+ 1/2 stars...Exquisite Holiday Music
Steve Vrana | Aurora, NE | 12/14/2002
(4 out of 5 stars)
"David Lanz's solo piano stylings have always been characterized by a sense of elegance and intimacy. This collection of mostly previously released material is no exception. Just over half the songs are familiar seasonal favorites ("Silent Night," "O Holy Night" and others); the rest our original compositions like "In a Holy Place" from his 1983 debut HEARTSOUNDS and "Dreamer's Waltz" from 1996's SACRED ROAD. What makes this album special are three previously unreleased live recordings from 1989: Two solo pieces ("What Child Is This" and "Variations on a Theme from Pachelbel's Canon in D Major") and the ensemble recording of "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear," featuring Eric Tingstad (guitar), Nancy Rumble (oboe) and David Arkenstone (synth). If you like your Christmas music peaceful and reflective, this album is perfect. RECOMMENDED"
One Of His Best!
penguin1875 | 06/26/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This album is a gorgeous collection Christmas songs, all played on the piano, David Lanz's key instrument. Some of the best are The Dreamer's Waltz, It Came Upon A Midnight Clear, and In A Holy Place. This is truly one of the best Christmas albums out there, and I would recommend it to anyone."