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The search for solace involves a difficult reconciliation of conflicting emotions, pitting ones need to grieve at odds with a heavy-hearted realization that life, however diminished, must go on. Using an audio palette of grays and dark blues, Michael Hoppe offers Solace as a balm for the soul during such times, "where the dark clouds in life give way to the glow of eternal hope and peace." The clouds never fully lift during the 12 tracks of Solace, which appear to progress in a stages-of-mourning manner. The effect can be moving, even lovely (particularly the grand orchestral opener, "The Majestic Land," one of four splendid selections involving the Prague Symphony -- recorded remotely via an Internet link, of all things). The prevailing mood is melancholy but not quite maudlin two angelic arias ("Pie Jesu," which Hoppe had written for the memorial service of his wifes mother, and "Lachrymosa") are tearless, reverent expressions that aspire to the divine. The closing moment of "The Parting," a retooled but otherwise ordinary composition from 1986 that involves Vangelis, finally yields a sense of closure. For those in a state of bereavement, Hoppes Solace may offer you comfort. --Terry Wood
Rate Points :5.0
Binding :Audio CD
Label :Spring Hill
Manufacturer :Spring Hill
MPN :6042
ProductGroup :Music
Studio :Spring Hill
Publisher :Spring Hill
UPC :718795604227
EAN :0718795604227
Price :$16.98USD
Lowest Price :$11.40USD
Customer ReviewsBeautiful music but same old melodies
Rating Point :3 Helpful Point :1
Needless to say, Michael Hoppes music is beautiful, lyrical, expressive, and passionate. However, after purchasing several of his CDs, I keep hearing the same old tunes played with different orchestrations. Dont get me wrong...I love the melodies...but once you have heard a tune it gets trite after multiple playings, no matter how beautiful.
Michael needs to let go of his old themes and ask for fresh melodies to come forward.
Of course, if you havent heard his earlier works, you will enjoy this one.
Gorgeous Music to Work and Meditate to
Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :4
I am seldom so overwhelmed with the beauty of a piece of music that Im moved to tears. This does just that to me. Each track is as meaningful and beautiful wrought. Powerful stuff.
Inspirational
Rating Point :4 Helpful Point :0
First track could be a countys anthem, very nicely performed. The remainder of album is inspiring, and much like Hoppes other works.
For peace...
Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :0
Id never heard of Hoppe or his music, but downloaded this album on referral from, of all people, my mother. Id have never thought shed be the source of a referral to such a good piece of music (no offense mom, but you know how it is).
I find the slightly new-age elements of this music combined with the symphonic and orchestral arrangements to be simply outstanding. This music is peace. Its romance. Its calm. And its solace. When Im need of moments of peace and escape from some of lifes daily troubles to which I am exposed, I can play this music at work, in the car and at home and receive quality music and peace in my mind, eliminating as much as possible the noise of life.
All the tracks are worthy of recommendation in their own right however, I think the first one, This Majestic Land, rises above all and is truly powerful. When I listen to it I can see in my minds eye the greatest beauties and majesty of Gods creations on earth.
My friend and musical idol
Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :0
When I first heard Michael Hoppes YEARNING about 10 years ago, the tears came flooding. I didnt know anything about NEW AGE music. Since then, I began my own composing and performing career & Michael and I have become good friends. I consider him my musical idol, having visited his Portland, OR home and played on his grand piano some of my own compositions. This SOLACE album is spectacular! That sums it up. The first piece stirs such deep feelings that even after listening to it many, many times, Im still overcome. Hes amazing, IMHO. If you love great music, you want all his albums!
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