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An American Composer in Concert |
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Amazon Sales Rank: 31395
Release Date: 2001-10-23
Publisher: Tim Janis Ensemble
Type: Audio CD
Number Of Discs: 1
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Composer Tim Janis has long straddled the line between contemporary instrumental and classical music. With An American Composer in Concert, he further blurs that line. The first nine tracks of this disc were recorded by the Tim Janis Ensemble in the composer's studio. They're short, majestic, and relaxing instrumentals named after nature themes ("Cape Elizabeth," "The Fallen Leaves of Autumn," "Pacific Wind"). Things pick up slightly during the 10 live tracks that make up the second half of this disc. Recorded at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center with the American Symphony Orchestra, these tracks feature luxuriant strings, the occasional pennywhistle solo, and one vocal track (a take on "Amazing Grace" with sweeping orchestrations). As with most Janis efforts, there's nothing groundbreaking here, just soothing music and pleasant melodies. --Jason Verlinde
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Review: 2008-02-19
"Unoriginal" Says It All
This is the least original, most disorganized music I've heard in a long time. It goes in one direction for a few seconds, and then makes an abrupt turn and starts to go someplace else; it's like A.D.D. for the ears! I made the mistake of buying this CD at the behest of a friend after hearing only samples of the music, and it was a huge disappointment. I thought it wasn't "going" anywhere because the samples online WERE only samples; instead, I find out that what's online is just about all there is, and that the album as a whole is no more cohesive than those samples. It moves me not at all; I wish it DID, but there's no emotion there. Add to that the fact that many themes and passages have CLEARLY been borrowed from John Barry (consciously or unconsciously, I don't know), whose music DOES move me, and this album is a disaster.
Review: 2004-10-16
December Morning
It is just so soothing. I've had the opporturnity to see him in person (sort of) on QVC shopping channel. I can just see his face as he places along with the rest of the group. He looks so peaceful and serene. And that is how I feel listening to his music.
Review: 2003-04-23
Splendid Live Performance from Modern Composer Tim Janis
Tim Janis's latest CD is split into two sections; the first 9 tracks feature new works, and the latter 10 tracks are taken from his live performance at the Lincoln Centre (USA) earlier in 2001.The new tracks are a little repetitive in sound, but there is some quality music within them. Where the CD really takes off, however, is in the live section, which features renditions of his favourite pieces ably supported by the American Symphony Orchestra. Stand-out tracks include "Twin Lights", "Water's Edge" and my favourite of all, "Amazing Grace", featuring the powerful voice of Gwendolyn Leathers supported by some fabulous orchestration. "White Mountain" deserves a mention of its own for its sheer excellence and beauty. Stunning penny-whistle playing! These live tracks are taken from Janis's previous releases, including the excellent "Water's Edge" and the now unavailable "Flowers in October". At over 70 minutes in length, you get a lot of music for your money. If you enjoy melodic, soothing instrumental music played by a symphony orchestra, this CD may well be the one for you. Highly recommended.
Review: 2002-11-22
Very good but not excellent
When I first heard Tim Janis on our local PBS station, I was memerized by his music so I had to get the CD. I'm glad I did but I have to admit when a friend pointed out that all his songs pretty much sounded the same, I had to agree. Maybe as he gets older there will be some more variety, I hope so. He's a very talented young man.
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