The story of the birth of Jesus is recorded in Matthew 2 and Luke 2 in the Bible. According to those chapters, "His Star" led the wise men and the shepherds to the manger where He laid. This album consists of six favorite Christmas hymns from "Joy to the World, "Away in the Manger", "Silent Night", "Angels We Have Heard on High", "The First Noel", and "What Child is This". The remaining four are "His Star", the cover song, "The Angels Came", "Winter's Eve", and "Great Joy". The last song, "Great Joy", is based on the Hebraic music motive for the word, "joy", and has the theme of Beethoven's "Ode to Joy" intertwined in it.
Throughout the centuries, Mary Magdalene as been a popular Biblical figure. Her story is that of the lowly who finds redemption through the of the love of Jesus Christ. Pianist Maribeth Alexander depicts through music, the emotions of Mary Magdalene as she follows Christ even through His death and resurrection. The piano style of Maribeth along with orchestrations by Charles M. Barnes, will leave you feeling the emotions that Mary felt throughout her journey.
Inspired by the story of Creation and using Hebraic themes, the ten songs in this album have been described as "movie music". If you like "Twilight", you will like this album. Some of these works of music have been selected for film score catalogs.
Soothing and peaceful, this newly released CD musically "paints a picture" of aspects or feelings associated with the emotion, "love". These piano solos, some with orchestral background, are perfect for any setting, especially those with the one you love.
When you think about a New Day, it implies something that hasn't been before, something different from what preceded it. Hence, "A New Day" is leaving behind what was--the past and the issues of the past--and grabbing ahold of what lies ahead--the future. It is the hope for the future and a better life and world that this album, "A New Day" represents. It is the promise for individuals and for our nation. Storms come, but eventually the sun will shine in the dawning of a new day. Winds of change blow to move us out of where we are (or were) to a bright and shining future where there is dancing, refreshing and joy!
Wings of the Morning is a single compilation that is soothing and peaceful. The piano style and composition is uplifting in a gentle way.
Clair Rose's Lullaby was written on the birth of a dear friend's first child. It is both soothing and peaceful, like a lullaby for a tiny child.
Life is a journey. On this journey there will be storms that come our way. But, there is always sunshine after the storm to remind us that there is Joy on this journey of life. We must stay on the path, constantly seeking and finding joy in the moments of our lives.
While looking out the window at the fresh fallen snow, I remembered the story of the babe so long ago. He was born in a manger, no crib for a bed; the hay in the manger was His bed. And then the Angels Came singing "Glory to His Name"!
Thankfulness musically depicts the blessings in one's life. These include family, friends, and faith, but most importantly, a thankful heart toward the One who is the Giver of our blessings. Our God, the Creator of all things has blessed us with life and so many things in that life to be thankful for.
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