Circular Motion

Track Listings

1. Vertical Time

2. Balancing Through

3. Circular Motion

4. Nth Degree

5. Aaina

6. Ventana

7. Reaching Out (for gravity)

8. Upwardly Mobile

9. Spiritual Crisis

10. At Least For Now

11. Circular Motion (reprise)

Editorial Reviews
Virtually Acoustic Club
If well thought-out, impeccably performed instrumental acoustic music is your thing, then this CD was made for you!

Product Description
UK ace guitarist Amrit Sond paints a unique musical picture with only a solo acoustic Guitar!!!

Circular Motion,Amrit Sond,Solid Air,New Age,New Age / Meditation,Pop

Circular Motion

Tracks:

The Braes Of Lacheil
Elizabeth Kelly's Delight
Lochaber No More
Old Heddon Of Fawsley
O Ho The Pretty Chain
Jesterpolska
Cantiga de Santa Maria #206
Trotto
Gypsy's Lament
I Love To See The Wheels In Motion
Shto Mi E Milo
Ladom Se, Goro Zalade
Polska efter Pelle Fors
We Brought The Summer With Us
Inishere

Album Description

Introducing Cello, the second solo recording by longtime Gourd cellist and producer Barry Phillips.

Cello's expansive soundscape features traditional and contemporary cello solos, duos, and trios gleaned from traditions around the globe and from eight centuries of music. The 15 tracks present instrumentation and arrangements of melodies from Western and Eastern Europe, Scandinavia and North America.

Phillips has recently been touring with and arranging for sitar legend Ravi Shankar. This influence is heard on his new recording as Phillips blends the sounds of harmonium, tabla and tanpura with traditional Celtic tunes and instrumentation.

Customer Reviews:

Wonderfully resonant, playful cello music!.......2006-09-30

Another great recording from Gourd music, "Cello" features Celtic, medieval and traditional European tunes arranged for cello and a host of other acoustic instruments too numerous to mention. I just love this CD, especially when played on a stereo system with a good bass! I've said it before and I'll say it again: there's something about the deep, rich tones of a cello that centers my body and awakens my soul, and I'm always glad to hear cellists breaking out of their customary role as accompanists and really strutting their stuff. On this album, Barry Phillips wanders far and wide, exploring musical traditions through the centuries and across the Old World, and creating clever, engaging arrangements that vary in flavor from traditional and "modern" classical to New Age and world fusion. Often the cello takes the lead, but just as frequently, Phillips is happy to switch off with one or more of his guest artists, transitioning easily from melody to harmony to accompaniment and back again. This jaunty, sonorous music is sure to be enjoyed by everyone, but musicians will especially appreciate it for its seemingly effortless complexity of texture, rhythm and line. In addition to performing cello, Phillips also plays cittern (a Renaissance strummed instrument with metal strings), harmonium, pipe organ, dilruba (a bowed, broad-necked lute from India), tanpura (a Near Eastern lute), zither and percussion. Joining him on what seems to be, in part, a family outing, are Shelley Phillips on oboe, English horn, whistle and harp, Nathan Phillips on guitar, and Todd Phillips on bass. Also joining the party are early music expert Shira Kammen on vielle and violin, Jared White on Scottish smallpipes and recorder, Lars Johannesson on flute, Theo Paige on fiddle, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh on low whistle, Bikram Ghos on tabla, Martin Simpson on guitar, Neal Hellman on mountain dulcimer, Chris Caswell on bodhran, tar and tambourine, Harris Moore on hammered dulcimer, and Karuna Ault on tanpura. The prolific Barry and Shelley Phillips can be heard together on many other recordings, including "The Crooked Road" by frequent collaborator William Coulter , "Celtic and Contemporary Music" by Orison, and the releases of Aine Minogue. For more great cello music, try also "Cello Blue" by David Darling, "Eastern Twin" by Martin Tillman, and "Spirit and Light" by Rasa cellist Hans Christian.

Barry Trivia.......2004-02-03

This brilliant CD is a collage of music from all over the world. When people pick up this album I think they may be expecting something with more of a Classical flare, but in fact Barry is known for his gifts as an interpreter of world music as well as an arranger/composer. Little Known Barry Facts: #1, He's a student of legendary sitarist Ravi Shankar, and played in Ravi's orchestra at the Concert for George. #2, Barry's first instrument was the drums, and he had a rock band at age ten. #3, His cello features a carving of a lion's head that looks uncannily similar to Teddy Rosevelt. #4, Barry has a degree in composition and has written chamber music inspired by 'Frog and Toad'. #5, He arranged a version of 'Purple Haze' for three cellos and performed it at a Celtic camp ceilidh. Anyway, the trivia could go on forever. I hope you enjoy this wonderful CD!!!

Carefully chosen melodies beautifully played.......2002-02-08

On this CD Barry Phillips has assembled a collection of compelling melodies from a whole range of traditions. The tunes are predominately Celtic, but there are also some lovely Shaker melodies and music from Sweden and Spain. The arrangements are wonderful - original combinations of acoustic instruments including zither, tanpura, oboe, cittern, fiddle and of course cello. It's not for strict traditionalists, but any fan of acoustic music would find this worth a listen.

Celtic classics with a twist.......2001-10-25

Barry provides a really excellent album. If you're looking for pure cello music with only mild accompaniment, you're probably looking in the wrong place, but this is pretty good. The songs reminisce of other things i've heard from other Celtic artists, but that may just mean that the composer is providing different renditions. It's a relaxing set of songs that will provide lots of enjoyment if you like Celtic music, particularly strings. But if you want more in-depth Cello music, look elsewhere.

Lush, haunting melodies.......2001-01-04

I first heard Barry Phillips performing Shaker music in Santa Cruz on New Year's Eve. I went up to ask him about cds and Celtic music for cello, and my sister said, "I have his cd, and it's wonderful!" So I had to rush back to her place to hear it. I'm a cellist, and a fan of Celtic music, and it's such a treat to have those two passions combined on this recording. Besides cello, there are many other traditional instruments featured, such as bagpipe, wooden flute, and Celtic harp played by Barry's wife. I highly recommend this cd for fans of traditional Celtic and folk music, and also those eager to hear the rich voice of solo cello.

Average customer rating:

Amrit Sond
Amrit Sond
An Incredible Musical Journey
Music to your ears
An eye opening experience

Circular Motion
Amrit Sond
Manufacturer: Solid Air
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | New Age | Styles | Music

Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music

General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music

Jazz | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00005QEH2
Release Date: 2001-09-18

Tracks:

Vertical Time
Balancing Through
Circular Motion
Nth Degree
Aaina
Ventana
Reaching Out (for gravity)
Upwardly Mobile
Spiritual Crisis
At Least For Now
Circular Motion (reprise)

Album Description

UK ace guitarist Amrit Sond paints a unique musical picture with only a solo acoustic Guitar!!!

Customer Reviews:

Amrit Sond.......2001-11-07

Musicians of Amrit Sond's ability are as rare as the inspiration that this wonderful guitarist is able to find to produce such extraordinary music.
I have been lucky enough to see him play, and whilst the CD is simply a "must have", you are left with the question "How is he able to produce such dazzling sounds ?" The answer is he is able to use the guitar like no one I have previously seen play; moving about this instrument with a dexterity and artistry that defies description and probably wouldn't do it justice even if you could find the words.
The CD leaves you asking "Where can I see this man play ?"
Seeing him play leaves you asking "Where can I see this man play again ?"

Amrit Sond.......2001-10-22

There is something special about listening to this CD and seeing Amrit perform live. His music covers every human emotion, is expressive, reflective, joyful, sad, wistful and also intense. It sounds absolutely beautiful and transports you away somewhere else. For anybody who loves listening and appreciating original music then this is for you.

An Incredible Musical Journey.......2001-10-18

Circular Motion was a new experience in music for me. The unbelievable guitar style never ceases to amaze me no matter how many times I listen to this incredibly talented musician.
It is intense but at the same time, soothing to the spirit.
I was taken on an incredible musical journey with Amrit Sond and Circular Motion. A journey never ending.

Music to your ears.......2001-10-04

These collection of original solo acuostic guitar songs are all beautifully written and recorded.
The sound and feeling is incredible and very very inspiring to all who hear them.
BUY IT NOW!!!

An eye opening experience.......2001-10-04

I was introduced to Amrit's music when I saw him perform at a folk festival in England in June 2001. The way he was described in the flyer convinced me to stick around and watch the set, and I wasn't disappointed. Amrit is one of those performers who sounds as flawless live as he does on disk, and his approach to guitar playing is extremely creative. I have pretty conventional tastes, and have always chosen music that follows the practices of rhythmic consistency and harmonic concordance - that is until now. Although largely melodic in nature "Circular Motion" occasionally illustrates Amrit's experimental side, and for the first time in my life that kind of approach makes sense! Regardless of your level of experience, from first time buyer to guitar aficionado, I thoroughly recommend "Circular Motion".

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