Fernwarme [Import]

fernwarme [import]

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Product Description
Digitally remastered reissue of 1982 solo album by this bassist/ guitarist/ keyboardist for Krautrock duo Neu & early member of electronic pioneers Kraftwerk. Includes all seven cuts from the original release, plus three bonus tracks, 'Silencio' (1994), 'Unterwasserwolken' (1994) & 'The Doppelganger' (1994). 10 tracks total. 2000 release.

Fernwarme,Michael Rother,Rock/Pop

Fernwarme [Import]

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Music to dine by
Melodic Ambient/New Age Piano
An Excellent Long-Awaited CD
Awesome!

Walking Through Clouds
Bernward Koch
Manufacturer: Real Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000A3DG62
Release Date: 2005-08-02

Tracks:

Touched by Love
Childhood Hour
Walking through Clouds
Deep Green Summer
Flight Being
One Step at a Time
Mysterious Way
Bekoflow
Following Stars
Close Your Eyes
The Silver Veil
Gentle Touch
Simply Great
Evoking Wonder
Sunday Sky
Travel Lightly

Album Description

An hour of flowing melodies to bathe you in dreamy relaxation. Koch's piano compositions, enriched with flute, guitar and soft percussion, open the window to a peaceful, healing breeze.

German pianist Bernward Koch adds his indelible touch to Real Music's extensive catalog of relaxing and awakening music. They are delicately crafted and clearly show their creator's sense of form. Koch is joined by a group of equally talented musicians on flute, guitar and soft percussion.

Customer Reviews:

Music to dine by.......2007-02-21

I bought this CD to play when we have dinner guests. It is absolutely lovely.

Melodic Ambient/New Age Piano.......2005-09-11

Bernward Koch's style is New Age. When we discuss New Age music, we speak of compositions that border on classical, are soft, relaxing, and can be almost unnoticeable when played except for the feeling of calm that fills the spaces between the events in our lives.

This CD presents Bernward Koch doing some of his most soothing New Age compositions. The title Walking through Clouds sets the tone of the album; soft, expressive, wordless songs that fill as background music providing peace and enjoyment.

The piano is his instrument, lilting its way through short, original compositions that delight and invoke a soft emotional response of ease and tranquility. The piano is accompanied by various instruments that provide backfill and enhance the experience. We hear various keyboard effects, bass, guitar, glockenspiel, flute and soft percussion. Christiane Boehm fills in with a very experience flute and Christoph Koch provides some percussion as well as some lovely guitar accompaniment on two tracks.

There are 16 tracks on this CD, providing a total time of 60:45. Each track is light, airy and soft. The melodies, while short, are not superficial. There is real melody development here, some of them bordering on the tip of familiar, but not really. The melodies can become familiar however and you will find yourself humming along if you take time to listen to it a few times. The pieces are not long, running from about two and a half minutes to a little over five minutes.

If you are working, they make the perfect fill at the office. Each piece has its own character, and never bores or drones, never becomes repetitive nor does it distract. It can be calm in a madhouse, set the pace for a day of continuous work, and provide for an enjoyable break from everyday work.

At home, this can provide atmosphere for dinner, quiet evenings on the back porch, while reading or relaxing in a tub. Again, it is not intrusive and is perfect for personal time.

My only disappointment with this CD is that Mr. Koch has the ability to compose some very memorable melodies, but they never develop beyond the simple yet elegant short pieces. These compositions leave you wishing they were built upon and developed further.

A few noteworthy tracks on this CD include "Touched by Love", the opening track, which almost comes across as an anthem or a prayer, and has a very memorable melody. A strong composition that does not overpower the listener but gently make its presence known.

The title track "Walking Through Clouds" gives us another memorable melody, almost ethereal in feeling, as suggested by the title. Again, soft but with strong composition and piano, having the added bonus of a lovely flute accompaniment that makes this a poignant piece.

"Following Stars" gives us a contemplation piece with subtle guitar accompaniment. A lovely arrangement, allowing for drift but providing the anchor with a strong melody.

The track "Evoking Wonder" is almost pensive, contemplative in its structure, but never broods. A lovely, lyrical piece of music that provides a good example of Mr. Koch's composition skills.

I especially liked the closing track "Travel Lightly" which almost dances away with itself. Again, good strong melody, lyrical, memorable and a delightful close to this CD.

This is background music for a gentler way of life or the calm point in the middle of a storm. It breaths stillness and serenity. If New Age music is your soundtrack, then this will quickly find a place in your life. A wonderful addition to your New Age collection and a lovely introduction to the works of this artist. mafoster

An Excellent Long-Awaited CD.......2005-08-23

I must confess to not really being a fan of Bernward Koch's before purchasing this CD. If ever Amazon wonders whether it is worth having music samples on its pages, here's the answer: Yes it is. Without hearing some of these pieces, I would have stayed away from this CD based upon my past experiences of this musician whose compositions have previously done nothing for me. But I was captivated by "Gentle Touch", and this was enough for me to buy the CD.

I was not to be disappointed. "Gentle Touch" was joined by several other pieces which I am enjoying, such as the title track, "Walking Through Clouds", "Sunday Sky" and "Travel Lightly". As ever, Real Music's production values and presentation are top notch. I did notice that the track times for 12 and 16 are the wrong way round, and for some time, so were the music samples for these two pieces.

The music is generally melodic, quite minimalist and very relaxing. Piano is the main instrument, and the tracks benefit from synth washes. A few have guitar or flute as an accompaniment.

The CD is 60 minutes long and is a welcome addition to my collection. If you enjoy beautiful, soporific music, then this CD might just be for you.

Awesome!.......2005-08-08

Finally a new album of Bernward Koch, and what a beauty! His unique relaxing piano style with some flute, guitar, keyboards and percussion is really effective, such gorgeous music! I have listened to the album many times now,
and it becomes only more beautiful each time. Not surprising, Bernward Koch's compositions on WALKING THROUGH CLOUDS are assimilable with the quality of Beatles songs, such timeless melodies, but in a relaxation mode, outstanding!

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Flows to the Heart
Flows to the Heart
Flowing - a perfect title!
One of the most emotional piano recordings I've ever heard.

Flowing
Bernward Koch
Manufacturer: Real Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000001J4G
Release Date: 1997-02-25

Tracks:

Ever Returning
Yearning
Yellow Flowers
Festive
Dancing Atoms
Reminiscence Of A Motion Picture
Bright Light
Grave And Lucid River
Weeping Willow
Rotation
Mysterious Remembrance
Flowing Blue

Customer Reviews:

Flows to the Heart.......2002-11-17

I first heard this recording in the early 90's. A station in So. California, the Wave, brought it to my attention. I am in the process of recovering some of my lost recordings and this is one of them. I used to play "Ever Returning" into the ground. I love that song most. It is especially a great healing song that revitalizes you.

Though there are a few of the songs I skip over, this CD is priceless in terms of a few of the gems on it. It is uniquely creative, flowing and beautifully emotional piano playing at its best.

Flows to the Heart.......2002-11-17

Though there are a few of the songs I skip over, this CD is priceless in terms of a few of the gems on it. It is uniquely creative, flowing and beautifully emotional piano playing at its best.

Flowing - a perfect title!.......2000-08-24

Beautifully gentle, unassuming, and soothing music. 'Ever Returning' is my favorite - the reason I acquired the album in the first place. "Yellow Flowers" is also interesting - its tiptoeing is reminiscent of classical Baroque music. Track 4 doesn't quite seem festive to me as the track's title would suggest - I sense longing and turmoil here... 'Dancing Atoms' is very lighthearted, fittingly. There's hesitant contemplation in Track 6 (I wonder what motion picture inspired this piece). Track 7 - 'Bright Light'- is flirtatious (and a bit flat). Track 8 is the most unusual, uneven, intriguing piece in the album, and, arguably, the most innovative. 'Rotation' is a bit too 'busy' for my taste in the context of this particular album, so to adjust it to my satisfaction, I picture flurries of dragonflies and butterlies, dancing to this track over a summer field, and it works :) The last two tracks are sweeping but a bit uninspired and short-winded.

Overall, "Flowing" should please everyone with affection for instrumental music.

One of the most emotional piano recordings I've ever heard........1999-02-10

If you like piano music, you will like Bernward Koch. "Weeping Willow" sill brings tears to my eyes even after years of listening.

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Spiritual New Age Music
Journey to your heart.
Journey to relaxation

Journey to the Heart
Bernward Koch
Manufacturer: Real Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000J7XU
Release Date: 1999-06-08

Tracks:

Walk In A Meadow
Little Moritz
Fragrant Memory
Sausalito
Lonely Waltz
Sometime
Long Way Home
Journey To THe Heart
Harlequin
Green Island
Sunset Glow

Customer Reviews:

Spiritual New Age Music.......2002-06-20

Koch's third album with his spiritual new age sensation composition. I can said all the eleven songs will cleanse your mind & heart totally. I'm especially like "Green Island", the melody flows smoothly & beautifully. Whereas "Sometime" presents a more comtemporary rythym due to the arrangement. Of course the title song "Journey to the Heart" is another song that impressed me. "Little Moritz" sounds a bit like oriental fusion-beat, very special. You should get this album if you love new-age music.

Journey to your heart........2000-09-18

Relaxing-romantic-sensual. Music to heal your soul,

Journey to relaxation.......2000-04-09

This music is very flowing, and very easy going. Great for background music for taking a bath or reading a book. This is one of my favorite CD's. I also enjoy an pianist by the name of Micheal Strickland. If you enjoyed this CD you might like his music (which should be available here on Amazon). His music is similar to what you hear on this disc, although his music is not labeled 'New Age'. I recommend 'Moonlight' or 'Floating'.

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Hasse: Bella, mi parto

Manufacturer: MD&G Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 2000-05-23

Telemann: Concertos & Chamber Music, Vol. 4

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Telemann: Concertos & Chamber Music, Vol. 4

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La doce acordance - Chansons of the trouveres (12th & 13th century) /Diabolus in Musica * Guerber

ASIN: B000G6BKH0
Release Date: 2006-09-19

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Adagio
Presto
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Harlequinade
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La Famiglia Scarlatti - Cantatas And Sonatas / Kai Wessel · Musica Alta Ripa

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Musica Alta Ripa; Scarlati

La Famiglia Scarlatti - Cantatas And Sonatas / Kai Wessel · Musica Alta Ripa
Alessandro Scarlatti , Domenico Scarlatti , Francesco Scarlatti , Kai Wessel , Musica Alta Ripa , Bernward Lohr , Anne Rohrig , Danya Segal , Ulrich Wedemeier , Ursula Bundies , and Albert Bruggen
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ASIN: B0000021FI
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Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Sym
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Recit.: Perche Tacete
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Aria: Alla Mano Che Dotta
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Recit.: Ma, Che Dissi, Tacete
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Aria: Tra Le Fiamme Del Mio Duolo
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Recit.: Ne M'ascolti, Crudele
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Aria: Dormi, Dormi
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Recit.: Ma, Tiranna, Tu Dormi
Perche Tacete, Regolati Concenti: Aria: Deh Pensieri
Son Nona in a: Allegro
Son Nona in a: Largo
Son Nona in a: Fuga
Son Nona in a: Pno
Son Nona in a: Allegro
Doppo Lungo Servire: Recit.: Doppo Lungo Servire
Doppo Lungo Servire: Aria: Luci Umicide
Doppo Lungo Servire: Recit.: Cosi Dal Duolo Oppresso
Doppo Lungo Servire: Aria: Lo Lo So Che Una Pena Tiranna
Doppo Lungo Servire: Recit.: Ma Pur Non Disperar
Doppo Lungo Servire: Aria: Cara Se Vuoi Che Io Speri
O Come In Un' Istante: Recit.: O Come In Un Instante
O Come In Un' Istante: Aria: Si, Si, Sperar Vogl'io
O Come In Un' Istante: Recit.: Si, Si, Che Sperar Vogl'io
O Come In Un' Istante: Aria: Contento All'or Saro
Son in F: Spiritoso
Son in F: Allegro
Son in F: Grave
Son in F: Allegro
Bella Dama Di Nome Santa: Adagio-Lento Alla Francese
Bella Dama Di Nome Santa: Recit.: Tu Sei Quella, Che Al Nome
Bella Dama Di Nome Santa: Aria: Dal Nome Tuo Credei
Bella Dama Di Nome Santa: Recit.: Fedeltade, Ne Pur Ottien Ricettol
Bella Dama Di Nome Santa: Aria: Il Nome Non Vanta

Customer Reviews:

Musica Alta Ripa; Scarlati.......2001-01-21

It is clear that musica alta ripa plays as amongst the formost of the european ensembles with something new to add to a repetoir long held to be exhastivley overplayed. With an empathetic poignancy and uncanny singlemindedness, the players bring forth what surely must stand as one of the definitive interpretations of the Vivaldi chamber music repetoir of the Twenty-First Century.

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Bach: Flute Sonatas Vol.2

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Con in d, BWV 1063: Allegro
Con in E, BWV 1053: (Allegro)
Con in E, BWV 1053: Siciliano
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