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Ray Lyon's "Figures Of The True" is a powerful collection of biblically based contemporary instrumental jazz compositions in a style reminiscent of such jazz artists as the Pat Metheny Group and Yellowjackets. With a fresh and original approach all his own, Ray is a skillful and melodic keyboardist who is equally adept on both acoustic piano and synthesizers. "Figures Of The True" combines exquisite textures and grooves, soaring synth leads and burning piano solos into an exciting mix that is richly panoramic, evocative, and inspiring. Produced and recorded over a five year period at his own studio, Balsam Pillow, this recording is Ray^Rs second release on his own label, Burning Blue Records. The title, inspired by Christian writer and missionary Amy Carmichael, is a saying she coined in one of the many devotional books she has written. A "figure of the true" is something seen in the creation that reflects a spiritual truth. (see Hebrews 9:24) The project is a collection of songs designed to reflect a spiritual truth regarding life's experiences, the second coming of Christ, or the Divine Patterns behind the reality of all of creation. Accompanied by selected writings both by Ray, other authors, and bible passages, some of these themes include suffering, peace, searching, and joy. "Figures Of The True" features guest appearances by Yellowjackets bassist Jimmy Haslip, Jonathan Joseph (drummer for Al Jarreau, Pat Metheny, David Sanborn, Joe Zawinul, and Richard Bona), and Blue Man Group drummer/musician Jeff Quay among others.