Making Light

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Track Listings

1. Trilogy

2. Simply Love

3. Oregon

4. This Island Earth

5. Dream of Tomorrow Medley: Wild Women/Processing/Dream of Tomorrow

6. Way I Want to Touch You

7. Last Night on the Back Porch

8. Gamelan

9. Aure Volanti

10. Gracias a la Vida

11. No One Is Alone

12. For a Lifetime

13. Earth Is Singing My Name

14. Song for Judith

15. Lev Ditt Liv

16. How Can I Keep from Singing?

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Making Light

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A Poetic Journey...
Nice!
Fabulous!
Fabulous
Makes you want to listen and dance at the same time

Mystic Journey

Manufacturer: Autumn Light Productions
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Sanctus

ASIN: B000040JKR
Release Date: 1999-12-14

Tracks:

Topanga Dreams
Katyia's Dance
China Lily
Fertile Crescent
Lhasa Love
Aduman
Darjeeling Sunrise
Clouds across the Darkness
Silver Lake
Lotus

Album Description

About this CD (notes from the artist )

Topanga Dreams
Since 1988, I've lived in Topanga, California. This small mountain town has taught me the true meaning of community. By being there for each other, we can make dreams come true. May all your dreams come true...

Katyia's Dance
This song has evolved from being a solo dance performance piece in our Mystic Journey shows into a passionate tango...for two. So grab someone you love and enjoy the dance!

China Lily
This flute was a gift from my Dize (rhymes with pizza) teacher and is one of my favorites. Whenever I play it, I am transported to a place of inner peace and stillness.

Lhasa Love
I found this melody in a book of traditional Chinese folk songs, It was called Tibetan Dance before we transformed it into a lively multicultural boogie!

Aduman
Although there are many dialects spoken in the West African region of Guinea and Mali, the universal word for "sweet" amongst all the tribes is aduman.

Darjeeling Sunrise
Inspired by an Indian sunrise raga, this song reflects the experience that I had when I was on top of Tiger Hill in Darjeeling, India, witnessing a magical sunrise illuminating the awesome Himalayan mountains.

Customer Reviews:

A Poetic Journey..........2004-05-05

I fell in love with the music of The Angels of Venice years ago, and thus when I learned that Suzanne Teng (a former "Angel") had produced a solo work, I was very excited. But the music on this CD easily surpasses anything Teng had done with the Angels of Venice. Lyrical melodies, accompanied by enthnic rhythms on traditional percussion instruments, overlaid with Teng's own haunting performances on Asian flute, transport the listener to another time and another place -- both in this world, and in the "otherworld" created by Teng's mystical music edge. Tibetan singing bowls, Middle-Eastern bells, Celtic strings and a vast assortment of drums and wind instruments create a musical whirlwind that will leave the listener breathlessly awaiting Teng's next musical offering.

Nice!.......2004-01-01

Suzanne Teng, the original flutist with the group "Angels of Venice", breaks out on her own in this playful and exotic 1999 release. Teng shows herself a master of flutistry, not only the playing the standard western "C" flute, but also piccolo, alto and bass flutes, dize (Chinese bamboo flute), ney (Turkish flute) and panpipes. Her tone is rich and liquid, and her improvisations range from jazzy to sinuous to ephemeral depending on the style of the piece. Many of the selections have a strong Near- or Far Eastern flavor, but the mood remains gentle and cheerful throughout the album, without any of the dark intensity that characterizes some of the "Angels'" work. Teng is not alone in "Mystic Journey" either; many guest artists lend their well-established talents to the mix to create ever-varied layers of texture. Gilbert Levy provides intricate world percussion accompaniments, while cellist Martin Tillman, Prince Diabate, Hans Christiansen of Rasa and Greg Ellis of Vas (among others) also pop in to lend a hand, making for a richly orchestrated album that is full of apt and interesting surprises. Occasionally the flute melodies seem a little trite and meandering, qualities that are at odds with the earthy, percussive background, but overall this album is appealing. Teng's simultaneously light and down-to-earth compositions find ways to be relaxing without being boring--a common pitfall for many New Age artists. The music of "Mystic Journey" would be great for warm-ups and slow-dancing for belly dancers, as well as just pleasant listening after a mundane and stressful day at work. Other recordings featuring Suzanne Teng's flute-playing include "Awake Inside a Dream" and "Music for Flute, Harp and Cello" by the Angels of Venice. For more bamboo and metal flute improvisations, in this case without accompaniment, check out also Richard Warner's "Quiet Heart / Spirit Wind".

Fabulous!.......2002-07-05

I ordered this CD after only hearing two songs which I "accidentally" heard while flipping the channels of the television. There was a performance done on Public Access and I was surprised to see that a CD was available. I ordered one for myself and a friend who is a yoga instructor. I love this CD! It is perfect for yoga or meditation or even just in the background while working. The music is heartfelt and joyous and everyone who hears it immediately loves it. I would definitly recommend it, especially if you are looking to expand your collection of instrumental music. Personally, I love flute pieces, so this was a perfect choice for me.

Fabulous.......2001-06-28

I caught Suzanne Teng & Mystic Journey on vacation at this year's Topanga Days festival, but didn't buy the CD. I thought about their music the whole rest of the trip and ordered the CD as soon as I got home. It's truly magnificent and beautiful music, and I could listen to the CD over and over. Perfect background for anything - reading, meditating, special dinners, yoga, whatever. I find myself getting up just to move to the music. They're all very talented and the CD is a real stress-melter.

Makes you want to listen and dance at the same time.......2000-08-31

This is really an excellent independently-produced CD. Some of the tunes are fairly straight-forward, rhythmic wonders with Ms. Teng's incredible flute playing polishing them off. Others are more "world" sounding incorporating thraot singing and chanting. There is not a bad cut on the CD. Listen to Katiya's Waltz, and try to concentrate on the beautiful music while your feet waltz across the floor.

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Making Things with Light
The Mr. T Experience
Manufacturer: Lookout Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Milk Milk Lemonade

ASIN: B00004YTRX
Release Date: 1994-04-25

Tracks:

What Went Wrong
She's No Rocket Scientist
What's in the Cuckoo Clock
I Don't Get It
Zero
Pig Latin
Parasite
I'm Breaking Out
So Long, Sucker
Weekend in Hogboro
Psycho Girl
Girl Who Still Lives at Home
Send Me a Postcard
Now We Are Twenty-One [Live]
Danny Partridge Got Busted [Live]
Marine Recruiter [Live]
Slagbag [Live]
Velveeta [Live]
Zillion Years [Live]
History of the Concept of the Soul [Live]
Flying Jelly Attack [*]

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Fantastic

Songs My Grandmother Taught Me

Manufacturer: Albany Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005ABNR
Release Date: 2001-03-27

Tracks:

A Hundred Years From Now
Good Night
Answer The First Rap
Birds
When Church Is Out
When My Ships Come Home
To Understand
Her Greatest Charm
A Perfect Day
A Present From Yourself
Shadows
A Little Pink Rose
The Pleasure Of Giving
June And December
Your Song
Keep Awake
Just A-Wearyin' For You
God Remembers When The World Forgets
A Good Exercise
Because Of The Light
Have You Seen My Kittie?
First Ask Yourself
Until God's Day
Were I
Still Unexprest
Roses Are In Bloom
When They Say The Unkind Things
I Love You Truly
At Morning, Noon, And Night
A Song Of The Hills
Making The Best Of It
Nothin' But Love

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Fantastic.......2007-04-25

Pardon me if I'm a bit biased, but William Hughes and Peggy Balensuela are fantastic people and amazing teachers. Who knew that I would find recordings of my professors on here?

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this one is good!
Great CD

Making Things with Light
The Mr. T Experience
Manufacturer: Lookout
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000000FGF
Release Date: 1992-11-16

Tracks:

What Went Wrong
She's No Rocket Scientist
What's In The Cuckoo Clock
I Don't Get It
Zero
Pig Latin
Parasite
I'm Breaking Out
So Long, Sucker
A Weekend In Hogboro
Psycho Girl
The Girl Who Still Lives At Home
Send Me A Postcard
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Now We Are Twenty-One
Danny Partridge Got Busted
Marine Recruiter
Slagbag
Velveeta
A Zillion Years
The History Of The Concept Of The Soul
Flying Jelly Attack

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this one is good!.......2001-12-02

I've owned this cd now for 5 years and I can tell u that it is still one of my favorites! I love the live tracks, velveeta, zillion years........and such. It's really one of MTX's best CD's.

Great CD.......2000-08-02

I absolutely love this CD. Mr. T Experience is a one-of-a-kind band. I love all three of their CDs, but this is my favorite. Awesome music - a must-have. If you like Mr. T Experience, or even if you don't, you gotta get this CD.

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A Good Start with Compass Reocrds
Uplifting Singer-Songwriter
you need to own this
Warmth, grace, and wit--beautifully rendered.
Heard it, bought it, liked it, loved it!

Making Light of It
Pierce Pettis
Manufacturer: Compass Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000002036
Release Date: 1996-10-01

Tracks:

Satellite Sky
My Life Of Crime
Miriam
Depending On Gravity
Desire
Granddaddy Blew The Whistle
Absalom, Absalom
This Ain't Love
Affectionate Girl
No Big Deal
Hold On To That Heart
You Move Me
Love's Gonna Carry Me Home

Customer Reviews:

A Good Start with Compass Reocrds.......2007-03-30

"Making Light of It" is the first Pierce Pettis album on Compass Records (his fourth, if I know what I am talking about).

The album contains many memorable tracks. "Grandaddy Blew the Whistle" is an instrumental dedicated to his grandfather who worked the Southern Rail Road lines. "You Move Me", a song about God, was popularized by Garth Brooks. "Love's Gonna Carry Me Home" is an inspiring tune that hopes for Heaven beyond death.

However, the best track may very well be "Absalom, Absalom", which is the lament of King David for his son as recorded in 2 Samuel. What makes the song sting is Pierce's own son on the covers of this CD booklet, one wonders if Pierce is not only sharing King David's fears that his mistakes led Absalom to become the man he was, but if the songwriter fears he is making mistakes with his "impressionable son".

"Making Light of It" is not Pierce's best work, but it's certainly better than most albums from 1996 (or any year).

Uplifting Singer-Songwriter.......2005-07-20

Uplifting and thought-provoking lyrics with a voice to match. This is a lovely album.

you need to own this.......2002-02-25

Pierce Pettis is one of the most under-rated singer-songwriters in the world today, period. This album soars with songs listeners can't help but connect with. "My Life of Crime" is a study in parallels... "Depending on Gravity" captures the state of blossoming love... "Granddaddy..." is an instrumental song that transports you back in time... "You Move Me" even got covered by Garth Brooks...

Seeing Pierce Pettis play live is an amazing experience. But since he doesn't play within driving distance every weekend, owning this and his other cds enriches my cd collection.

Warmth, grace, and wit--beautifully rendered........2000-03-14

If the good news is an acid no vessel can hold finally, Pierce Pettis' songs bear it better than most anything I've heard in recent years. Phony religious piety is nowhere to be found here--the life of faith is a ragged business. Shame and sadness are the lot of us all. And yet, there is beauty and joy even in the struggle of contemporary life. Pettis' songs explore the full range of the emotions of faith and almost always with telling insight. The spirituality of this music is warm and inclusive. "Miriam" is beautiful homage to "one sure miracle, the faith of a little girl." "Absalom" is the haunting lamentation of a father who knows that he was the one who stole the innocence of his son. Mark Heard's "Satelite Sky," magnificently performed, sets a melancholy but hopeful tone that persists throughout the recording. All the songs on the disk are moving, warm, and beautiful.

Heard it, bought it, liked it, loved it!.......2000-03-06

Like everyone else, I had to see Pierce Pettis live todiscover him. How is this man not being played on TV and Radio. He has a unique and memorable voice, and is a staggering guitar player. More importantly, he writes superb songs. Personal (Love's gonna Carry Me Home) eye opening (Absalom Absalom) humorous (Depending on Gravity) they are always moving and beautiful. Buy it now. If you like this album, visit my members page. I may have reveiwed other music you will ike but haven't heard.

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Making Light Work
Bobby Wellins
Manufacturer: Hep Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000024RRD
Release Date: 2002-07-03

Tracks:

Erco Makes Light Work
Visionaire
Bossa Oseris
Logotec Logarhythm
Track Sound
Downright Downlight
Take The A Train
Just Friends

Album Description

Straight-ahead jazz from the Bobby Wellins Quartet features Wellins on tenor sax, Pete Jacobson on piano, Kenny Baldock on bass and Spike Wells on drums.

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A Journey Indeed!

The Second Half of the Journey
JD Warrick
Manufacturer: Kingmaker Productions/Montanesque Ent
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004TCLH
Release Date: 1996-02-26

Tracks:

The Fields of Bannockburn
The Next Choice
Not So Very Far to Go
The Second Half of the Journey
Sorrow Breaks Season
"Dear Katie,"
Great Spirits
The Last Dance, with Love
The First Time
On My Way
With Thoughts of You
Issaquah

Album Description

"The Second Half of the Journey" is the lastest release by instrumental/new age keyboardist J.D. Warrick. This collection of twelve thematically connected works, building from sometimes symplistic themes and dramatically orchestrated rhythms, will touch your heart, mind and soul. Created during highly emotional periods of his life, JD shares both joy and pain through music that grows more interesting with each listen.

Customer Reviews:

A Journey Indeed!.......2001-11-06

This CD is both challenging and rewarding. On *Second Half of the Journey*, multi-instrumentalist J.D. Warrick serves up 12 smooth, soothing aural excursions. Many of these tracks evoke images of the great outdoors-perhaps of the expanses of the American Far West. Warrick's music can't be described as ambient, though, as that term is used by, say, Brian Eno, who ought to know. It is too "busy," and too diverse both musically and instrumentally, making use of the full range of instrumentation (acoustic guitar taking the lead on "Sorrow Breaks Season," for example). While I've never been wild about the term *New Age*, it fits. While several of these tracks begin by exploring realms of melancholia, as they develop they seem to break free and soar up into the sky (e.g., "The Next Choice," "The Last Dance, With Love."). Certain tracks ("Not So Very Far To Go," for example, or "Dear Katie" or the CD's best track "On My Way") recall a more restrained Yanni, but obviously without Yanni's distinct Mediterranean sensibilities. German keyboardist Hans-Joachim Roedelius also occasionally comes to mind, but Warrick's compositions avoid his repetitiveness. "Great Spirits" conjures up images of benevolent sprites moving slowly about over a campfire at night. "The First Time," finally, approaches a somewhat jazzy rock. The bouncy and playful "Issaquah" closes out the CD on an upbeat note.

Every track on this CD is something like a sound painting, full of shimmering, multifaceted gems. Each conveys a different mood. Each is short; the entire CD clocks in at only 45 minutes and 11 seconds. At first glance, that might seem a drawback, but *Second Half of the Journey* is sufficiently demanding listening that what would have been the length of a vinyl record comes out about right.

J.D. Warrick the next Yanni? If enough people get to hear him, who knows? There is more instrumental diversity here than on a Yanni recording, though. Don't expect to appreciate *Second Half of the Journey* on just one, two or even three or four listenings. I've played this CD over a dozen times now, and I am still hearing things I missed the last go around.

Symphony 9: Introduction to Dvorak
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Symphony 9: Introduction to Dvorak
Dvorak
Manufacturer: Naxos
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Making Light
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Making Light
Portland Lesbian Choir
Manufacturer: Portland Lesbian
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005O6EI
Release Date: 1997-10-16

Tracks:

Trilogy
Simply Love
Oregon
This Island Earth
Dream of Tomorrow Medley: Wild Women/Processing/Dream of Tomorrow
Way I Want to Touch You
Last Night on the Back Porch
Gamelan
Aure Volanti
Gracias a la Vida
No One Is Alone
For a Lifetime
Earth Is Singing My Name
Song for Judith
Lev Ditt Liv
How Can I Keep from Singing?

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Making Light
Joanne Tatham
Manufacturer: UE3 Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000MUPBG6

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11 tracks

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