Incantation 1
The Dream Of The Children
The Dream Of Make Believe
Incantation 2
The Dream Of Flight
The Dream Of Mother Earth
Incantation 3
The Dream Of The Silent One
The Wonder Of Miracles
Frogtoon Music Album Info: The Dream Of The Ancient Ones
Published: 06 Jun 2009, 19:58
A Fascinating Musical Journey
author Kathy Parsons Solo Piano Publications
“The Dream Of The Ancient Ones” Was Pianist/composer Craig Urquhart’s Second Solo Piano Recording And He Accurately Calls It ‘an Epic.’ Somewhat ‘bigger’ And More Powerful Than Urquhart’s Other Recordings “Ancient Ones” Reveals Another Facet Of His Playing And Composing Styles.... “The Ancient Ones” Are The Ancestors From Long Ago Who Brought Knowledge To Civilization Over The Centuries And Have Special Spiritual Powers. The Three Incantations Reflect The Use Of Magical Ceremonies Used To Summon This Ancient Knowledge. Overall The Music Is Dark And Mysterious With Strong Classical Influences. Urquhart Is An Exceptionally Expressive Pianist Giving His Music A Broad Range Of Musical Colors. While The Three Incantations Are Darker And More Improvised There Are Also Quieter Gentler Pieces Such As The Warm And Serene ‘The Wonder Of Miracles ’ Which Closes The Epic On An Optimistic And Peaceful Note. ‘The Dream Of Flight’ Was Composed For Urquhart’s Late Employer Leonard Bernstein As A Birthday Gift And Is Also Very Tranquil As Is ‘The Dream Of Mother Earth.’ I Really Enjoy All Of The Tracks On This Album But Especially Like The Rhythm And Energy Of ‘Incantation II.’ “The Dream Of The Ancient Ones” Is A Fascinating Musical Journey.