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Exceptionally Beautiful Other Dimensional Music

Erika Borsos | Gulf Coast of FL, USA | 07/07/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

""Mystic Island" by Cusco captures the heart and soul of the listener with ambient soothing mysterious music ... not at all like Apurimac I and II,which derived from a distinct earthly culture, the Incas and South America. This CD has flowing melodies and wonderful instrumentation and synthesizer accompaniment. One track includes a wonderful harp and flute melody with chimes and synthezier variations on the theme ... which is very magical. Another track has an upbeat tempo with guitars and percussion ... The music is varied and altogether highly satisfying - it does not get stuck in one mood or feeling but carries the listener across many feelings all of which are enjoyable experiences. The overall feeling of this music is like experiencing the wonders of nature ... a sunset ... watching the waves splash on shore ... gliding down a river in raft or boat and absorbing the scenery as it unfolds. One senses the natural balance and harmony of different instruments but there is no competition for solo recognition ... This CD is about moods and feelings that ride the waves of natural flowing music ... slower at times, other times quicker paced but always natural and free. The ethereal sensations stay with the listener ... long after the music has stopped playing. The sense of peace and contentment this CD produces is priceless. Erika Borsos (erikab93)"

The Absolute Best ? Extreme Recommendation

Jeffery S Ward | Carmel, CA | 04/07/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Cusco is by far my favorite music group. As a long time fan, I highly recommend Mystic Inland. It is beautiful, haunting but with great up tempo feelings to all the tracks. I personally think the track #5 "Solitude" is one of the most moving and emotional pieces I have ever heard. I can play it over and over again. When things in life happen and I need get to "get in touch" with my soul, this piece helps to relax but uplift me both at the same time. And the "North Easter" version on this CD is best of the various versions from some the "Import" Cusco CD's."

Good CUSCO Album

Mike Smith | 08/07/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This album has some good music on it, but it is not my favorite CUSCO album. Even so, it still has enough good music on it to warrant a four star rating. If you like CUSCO then it is worth a purchase."