Janie Horton enters at the top tier with her piano release, 'a gift from janie'. Combining elements of space, ambience, and pure unadulterated spaciousness, this relaxed, introspective and emotional CD is highly recommended. Her reflective style explores themes of acceptance, questions and relationships, played out with an elegant simplicity and delicate phrasings. There is a transparent tranquility that envelops the listener, & guest appearances by Daniel Kobialka (violin), Rick Ruskin (guitar), and Joan Jeanrenaud (cello, ex-Kronos Quartet member) enhance the majestic & evocative beauty of this debut recording. Definitely one of the most touching & sensitive piano releases to come our way in quite some time.
Lloyd Barde
Janie's product can be ordered through Backroads by calling 1-800-767-4748
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