Iho

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Chromatic accordionist and composer Maria Kalaniemi may be the star of this album because of both her amazing ability to generate sensitivity on an instrument better known for raw power and her skill in writing romantic pieces. But this 1997 CD is also where her ensemble, Aldargaz, finally comes completely into its own. Timo Alakotila's harmonium and grand piano are essential lessons in brilliance. Fiddler Arto Järvela gets some of his best work done when he's with this ensemble. Bassist Tapani Varis and guitarist Olli Varis contribute a wonderful rhythm section that precludes a need for percussion. On Iho, Kalaniemi and arranger Alakotila also show some new ideas, incorporating brass and string sections in both classical and jazz motifs that work remarkably well with the Finnish folk roots of much of the music. This album was a turning point for Kalaniemi, bringing her out of the folk-music world and into a broader new-music context where she rightly belongs. --Louis Gibson

Iho,Maria Kalaniemi And Aldargaz,Hannibal,Celtic/Irish,Finland,Finnish Folk,Int'l & World Music,Pop,Scandinavia,Scandinavian Folk,Swedish Folk,World Music

Average customer rating: One of my favorite albums Incredible writing and playing Accordian music for the soul, like you've never heard it.

Iho Maria Kalaniemi and Aldargaz Manufacturer: Hannibal ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Finland | Scandinavia | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | Scandinavia | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Celtic | International | Styles | Music Hannibal Records | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Ahma Bellow Poetry Maria Kalaniemi Airbow ASIN: B000000631 Release Date: 1997-01-21

Tracks:

1. Lomasavel
2. Green Score
3. Slingerdansin
4. Surun Silmat (Sus Ojos Se Cerraron)
5. Iho
6. Triolipolska
7. Sofias Flykt
8. Istunpa Sankys Laitalla
9. Sade
10. Linjarv
11. Napoleon

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Chromatic accordionist and composer Maria Kalaniemi may be the star of this album because of both her amazing ability to generate sensitivity on an instrument better known for raw power and her skill in writing romantic pieces. But this 1997 CD is also where her ensemble, Aldargaz, finally comes completely into its own. Timo Alakotila's harmonium and grand piano are essential lessons in brilliance. Fiddler Arto Järvela gets some of his best work done when he's with this ensemble. Bassist Tapani Varis and guitarist Olli Varis contribute a wonderful rhythm section that precludes a need for percussion. On Iho, Kalaniemi and arranger Alakotila also show some new ideas, incorporating brass and string sections in both classical and jazz motifs that work remarkably well with the Finnish folk roots of much of the music. This album was a turning point for Kalaniemi, bringing her out of the folk-music world and into a broader new-music context where she rightly belongs. --Louis Gibson

Customer Reviews:

One of my favorite albums.......2005-04-15

Listening to this album always makes me feel as if I'm escaping with a caravan of gypsies. Whether upbeat or a little melancholy, every song makes me feel free. If you like world music, you should add this, or one of her other albums, to your collection to give it a Norther European flavor.

Incredible writing and playing.......1999-03-04

Don't pay attention to the prior review implying any connection between what this music is and "new age" pablum. This music is living stuff, lively and satisfying. The first song on this album grabs you by the ears and won't let go. There is some contemplative stuff too, but it's much more harmonically interesting than what I'd consider new-age. She's a winner.

Accordian music for the soul, like you've never heard it........1998-07-11

Maria Kalaniemi must have learned to play the accordian before she learned to talk. Her stylings are unlike any other accordian music you have ever heard, and you will find yourself amazed with both the skill and artistry this Finnish musician applies to an instrument that many people consider quaint or even silly. No one will laugh at these recordings. The music is soulful and eerie, sometimes quite playful, and always compelling. If you like new-age violin music, popular Celtic ensembles, and electronic flutes and harps, then you must add the accordian to your list. Kalaniemi takes the accordian out of the polka circuit and into the imagination. It is accordian music for the soul, like you've never heard it.

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Ola Ka 'Oiwi Sam Keli'iho'omalu Manufacturer: Hula ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00004T073 Release Date: 1999-01-01

Tracks:

1. 'Ekolu Mea Nui (Three Greatest Things)
2. Ha'upu (Remembrance)
3. Pua Onaona (Sweet Flower)
4. Kawohikukapulani
5. Wahinemaika'i (Good Woman)
6. Makalapua Lei No Kamaka'eha (Makalapua Lei of Kamaka'eha)
7. Walapi (The Kangaroo Hula)
8. Lehua Medley: Beautiful Lehua/Lehua
9. Kanipoaokalani
10. Mai Nuha Mai 'Oe (Don't Be Upset)
11. Wailana (Drowsy Waters)
12. Huelo (Tail of the Dog)

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Offshore Sam Keli'iho'omalu Manufacturer: Hula Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B000250UQ2 Release Date: 2003-01-01

Tracks:

1. Kaulana O Kohala I Ka Hale Wili
2. Beautiful Kahana
3. Wahine U'i
4. Medley: Papalina Lahilahi/Pua Ke Kiele
5. Ku'u Ipo Maka Uliuli
6. (The Cat's Eye Hula)
7. Bamboo Is Bending
8. Off Shore

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G-Girl Keli'iho'Omallu/ Aloha Kaimu Liko Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000FTOW8C

Product Description

14 Hawaiian folk songs Volume One only of the series

Average customer rating: Hawaiian music is da best

O Wau Iho No Loma Lim Manufacturer: Olinda Road -- Navarre -- ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Hawaii | Pacific Islands | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000DF6Y Release Date: 2000-10-10

Tracks:

1. 'O Wau Iho No
2. 'O Keia 'Aina
3. He Mana'o Wale 'Oe
4. Was It All Just A Dream
5. Mokihana Lullaby
6. Kaha Ka Manu
7. On My Own Again
8. Ku'uipo, Aloha Wau Ia 'Oe
9. Na'u No I Pa'a Ke Aloha
10. Yesterday Once More
11. I Love You, Lord
12. Ku'uipo 'Hawaiian Style'

Customer Reviews:

Hawaiian music is da best.......2005-10-07

[First, the title is 'O Wau Iho No-- not "6 Wau..." as shown here.]
Lorna Lim is one of the best Hawaiian musicians found anywhere. Not only does she sing beautifully, she plays a number of instruments (including the stand up bass) and writes music and dances hula too. It's impossible to find this CD new anywhere anymore and that's a great loss. This is a fine CD with beautiful songs-- the Ku'uipo track is my favorite. The liner notes are great with the translations & info as to how & when the songs came about. It's always good to hear the lovely Hawaiian language put to music, and this CD does it brilliantly. The entire Lim Family are incredible musicians!

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