Album Description
Dancing at the Gate is a refreshing restorative -- an hours retreat from the sharp edges of life. Its solo piano, and "contemplative" fits it like a glove. It is gentle, and Cunningham works in small melodic fragments, frequently repeated and developed in small changes of key and dynamic, but aimless it is most definitely not. We dont really have a word for this kind of music... The pieces feel loose and improvisational, but they are hung on a framework that is remarkably firm. This, I suspect is why they remind me so much of Debussys Images.
However, despite the fact that there is a structure here -- and even momentum, of a sort -- impatient listeners will find these songs as frustrating as trying to pick up mercury with a spoon. They shimmer like light reflected off water onto a wall. They stop, blink out, resume without moving and then trail off when the light -- I mean Ms. Cunninghams muse -- moves on.
Keith Jarretts massive improvisations do come to mind here, but theres a somewhat eastern feel to Ms. Cunninghams compositions -- their circular progression and intense artlessness... I find contemplation of these pieces an almost guaranteed doorway to an inner peace.
That may not be your idea of what music is all about, and if it is not, I suppose the fault is mine, for I am surely describing clumsily something that is, in fact, quite graceful and, yes, quite lovely. And, while it neither plumbs the passions of a Beethoven sonata nor storms the heights of a late Schubert piano piece, Dancing at the Gate succeeds on its own terms. It is quiet music that encourages quiet contemplation. And that, these days, is priceless.
Rate Points :5.0
Binding :Audio CD
Label :Fountain Creek Music
Manufacturer :Fountain Creek Music
ProductGroup :Music
Studio :Fountain Creek Music
Publisher :Fountain Creek Music
UPC :821059032121
EAN :0821059032121
Price :$15.99USD
Lowest Price :$9.00USD
Customer ReviewsAbsolutely Beautiful
Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :1
This album is incredibly relaxing... wonderful contemplative music that moves the soul to a place of rest and thoughtfulness. I highly recommend this CD for the artistic person, the spiritual person, or simply the person looking for a place of rest in this world. It is wonderfully both inspiring AND relaxing.
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I love Danas album and listen to it all the time. I knew her before she publicized her music and had a tape with some of her older music on it. Unfortunately, I lost this tape and was simply devastated. Now, I am glad to be able to listen to more of her music, and each time I listen to her new album it brings me peace and contentment. Thank you Dana!
Must Have!
Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :3
Danas music is moving, contemplative, and masterfully composed! There are times when the chords and melodies seem to resonate in my chest, and definitely help me achieve a more relaxed state - her music helps me put aside the day-to-day thoughts and concerns, which is wonderful.
INCREDIBLY UPLIFTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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This album has been my peace and hope through some very tough times in my life. Dana in this album allows you to feel the presence of GOD and the immense love he has for you-in difficult times AND always. This album is truly in a class all its own. I can hardly wait for her next album.
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