Butterfly Dreams

Butterfly Dreams

Track Listings

 
1. Dr. Jive, Pt. 1
2. Butterfly Dreams
3. Dindi
4. Summer Night
5. Love Reborn
6. Moon Dreams
7. Dr. Jive, Pt. 2
8. Light as a Feather

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Brazilian vocalist Flora Purim brought a unique approach to her art that profoundly altered the nature of vocalization. She expands the basic techniques of vocalise--where every syllable is phrased like a note played on a reed or brass instrument--to include world music. On the title track her voice shifts, like a chameleon, from an exotic bird camouflaged by the jungle of husband Airto Moreira's percussion effects to a soothing delivery more reminiscent of Astrud Gilberto. By the time she sings "Dindi" in Portugese, her style so encompasses the content that the shift of language sounds perfectly natural. On "Dr. Jive" she dives into a dense fusion of Latin jazz powered by Stanley Clarke's inspired bass and some of the best keyboarding in George Duke's career. Joe Henderson delivers a stellar performance on tenor sax and flute, to boot. --John Swenson

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    Release Date: 1995-04-16

    Tracks:

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    2. Andante And Variations In B-Flat Major
    3. Symphonic Etudes, Op. 13
    4. Toccata In C Major, Op. 7
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    32. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46, No. 4: In The Hall Of The Mountain King
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      Release Date: 2004-11-09
      Butterfly Dreams
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      Butterfly Dreams
      Flora Purim
      Manufacturer: Ojc
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      Tracks:

      1. Dr. Jive (Part 1)
      2. Butterfly Dreams
      3. Dindi
      4. Summer Night
      5. Love Reborn
      6. Moon Dreams
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      Brazilian vocalist Flora Purim brought a unique approach to her art that profoundly altered the nature of vocalization. She expands the basic techniques of vocalise--where every syllable is phrased like a note played on a reed or brass instrument--to include world music. On the title track her voice shifts, like a chameleon, from an exotic bird camouflaged by the jungle of husband Airto Moreira's percussion effects to a soothing delivery more reminiscent of Astrud Gilberto. By the time she sings "Dindi" in Portugese, her style so encompasses the content that the shift of language sounds perfectly natural. On "Dr. Jive" she dives into a dense fusion of Latin jazz powered by Stanley Clarke's inspired bass and some of the best keyboarding in George Duke's career. Joe Henderson delivers a stellar performance on tenor sax and flute, to boot. --John Swenson

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      4 out of 5 stars Great!.......2005-04-14


      This is a very great set, and great performances.
      This album is one of the finest brasil-psycho-jazz-fusion albums ever made.

      The switch from Dr.Jive to Light as a feather is amazing, the performance of the band with light as a feather (a real Jazz classic) is superb, never heard this song so good as on this album. A wannahave!

      5 out of 5 stars Good News for 'A music fan from Chicagoland ' on this page!.......2003-01-24

      "still trying to figure out if there's a CD that includes her rendition of "You're Everything" - yes!! - it's on Return to Forever's Light As A Feather, a fantastic latin jazz album with beautiful Fender Rhodes electric piano playing from Chick Corea among other luminaries, and, as on this Flora's in fine voice on a few tracks - buy it if you like this, or latin-influenced jazz!!

      5 out of 5 stars Dreamy, indeed.......2002-10-26

      Two summers ago I was looking for a new CD to buy. Although I was intrigued by "new/neo" soul, I wasn't in the mood for hip-hop based music. I did want to hear something soulful, but whose fundamental component was jazz... and I wanted something that drew on a wider base than the American tradition. The music on "Butterfly Dreams" was exactly the type of music I was looking for. I guess I was really in a retro/nostalgic mood - my description of the music (though uninformed) is that it's similar to some of Stevie Wonder's 70's music, only authentically (as opposed to ostensibly) rooted in jazz. It has all of the elements of an enjoyable jazz or popular album - the solos are fun, and the melodies range from joyful to melancholic. The musicians are all jazz legends in their own right, and Flora herself is a refreshingly unique and inspirational vocalist. Much of what I said above applies to "Open Your Eyes You Can Fly" as well (though it's much more energetic and varied), but I prefer "Butterfly Dreams" - the mood is more consistent (mellow - even the more up-tempo songs are light and "dreamy") and the songs are more haunting.

      2 out of 5 stars there were many over indulgences in the 70's.......2002-04-07

      ... earth muffinish philosophies translated into boring music were some of the least harmful. this is a good example. maybe 1.5 tunes on this album are worth listening to more than once. in fairness, the same could be said for many artists and albums of this genre.

      5 out of 5 stars Classic.......2001-08-25

      After wearing out the grooves in the original LP, it's wonderful to have this CD. Flora's music took me through college and I introduced her to many others. It's lovely to hear Butterfly Dreams, Dindi, Moon Dreams, and Light As A Feather again. I'm still trying to figure out if there's a CD that includes her rendition of "You're Everything". That was special. If anyone can clue me in, please do.
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      Release Date: 2004-11-23

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      The Italian tenor Enrico Caruso holds a unique place in musical history, as the first operatic singer whose recordings sold in millions, and who created an international reputation on the strength of these. Caruso's robust tone and musical sincerity made him both an ideal stage and recording artist, whose voice the primitive acoustic recording technology of the early twentieth century was able to reproduce with startling fidelity. The Naxos Historical Caruso edition constitutes the complete cycle of all Caruso's recordings issued in chronological order. In addition, the transfers have been immaculately undertaken by top sound engineer Ward Marston, unrivalled for his knowledge of the specialized world of acoustic opera recordings, and his rare ability to retrieve all of the music lying in the grooves of the original recordings. Naxos Historical's incredible price (12 CD'S FOR THE PRICE OF 10) puts this unique legacy of great singing within the reach of all music-lovers. This! complete cycle of recordings represents a major document in the history of sound recording, and one which no collector and enthusiast of great singing will wish to be without. "There is no series of vocal records that have a greater documentary value, that meant more to the development of the phonograph record, or that are as consistently capable of providing pleasure to lovers of great singing. ...One of the most significant recording industry events of the decade." Fanfare

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      5 out of 5 stars Essential edition for opera lovers.......2005-02-01

      This set gives you the opportunity to follow the entire recording career of one of the greatest singers in Operatic History. Enrico Caruso was the first superstar of the 20th century -- and this without the benefit of mass media. His person and his records were his greatest publicity.

      The set begins with Caruso's Italian made recordings. They show a great raw talent. The artistry is lacking with many sobs, over acting and mistaken cues. The 1902 and 1903 clearly show a tenor with a lot to learn. But learn it he did. His 1904 sessions show a mature artist on par with any heard since. His voice matures before your very ears and by 1910, you wonder if you will ever listen to any other tenor the same way again.

      The engineering used for this set is wonderful. There is no attempt at all to use the soundstream process of computer sound enhancement as heard on the RCA issued sets. These are near perfect mint conditioned discs copied by engineer extraordinary Ward Marston. They sound like natural 78s, they way Caruso himself must have heard the playbacks at the (RCA) Victor studios.

      Also included are outtakes and extra takes. There is a "Celeste Aida" from 1908, complete with a broken high note, previously released by RCA in a 1973 set commemorating the tenor's centenary birthday. But there are new treasures here as well, including extra takes of two of Caruso's greatest recordings, the Italian song "L'Alba separa dalla l'uce ombra" and an aria from Rubinestine's Nerone. Listening to them, one wonders what Caruso could have possible thought inadquate in those long lost altenative takes.

      Finally, there is the simple joy of hearing so many things so well sung. Caruso was the pinnacle of the tenor art. He can be compared to no other single tenor since ... he has the brilliant ring of Bjorling, the passion of Gigli, the beauty of Gedda, the youthful enthusiasm of Lanza, the warm tonal quality of Tucker, the pure strength of Corelli, the charasma of Pavarotti and the artestry of Domingo.

      Whether you are an opera fan, a voice fan or just a music lover. This set is worth every penny.

      Todd Kosovich
      Butterfly Dreams
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        Butterfly Dreams
        Flora Purim
        Manufacturer: Milestone
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        ASIN: B000PY30JO
        Release Date: 2007-06-05

        Tracks:

        1. Dr. Jive, Pt. 1
        2. Butterfly Dreams
        3. Dindi
        4. Summer Night
        5. Love Reborn
        6. Moon Dreams
        7. Dr. Jive, Pt. 2
        8. Light as a Feather
        John Tavener: Schuon Hymnen; The Second Coming; Exhortations and Kohima; Shûnya
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          John Tavener: Schuon Hymnen; The Second Coming; Exhortations and Kohima; Shûnya

          Manufacturer: Hyperion UK
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          All Works by TavenerAll Works by Tavener | Tavener, John Kenneth | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
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          ASIN: B0002VSS60
          Release Date: 2004-10-12

          Tracks:

          1. Birthday Sleep
          2. I. Butterfly Dreams Based On Chuang Tse
          3. II. Haiku By Kokku
          4. III. Haiku By Buson
          5. IV. Haiku By Issa
          6. V. Haiku, Anon
          7. VI. The Butterfly By Pavel Friedmann
          8. VII. Butterfly Song From Acoman Indian
          9. VIII. Butterfly Dreams Based On Chuang Tse
          10. The Second Coming
          11. Schuon Hymnen
          12. As One Who Has Slept
          13. The Bridal Chamber
          14. Exhortation And Kohima
          15. Shunya
          Piano Dreams (Box Set)
          Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
          • Lots of Great Music... Cheap!
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          Piano Dreams (Box Set)

          Manufacturer: Delta
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          ASIN: B000001VUX
          Release Date: 1996-03-26

          Tracks:

          1. Fur Elise - Various Artists
          2. Piano Concerto No.21 In C Major: II. Andante - Various Artists
          3. Traumerei - Various Artists
          4. The Venetian Gondola - Various Artists
          5. Intermezzo In E Flat Major Op.117, No.1 - Various Artists
          6. Piano Concerto No.2 In F Minor, Op.21: II. Larghetto - Various Artists
          7. Des Abends - Various Artists
          8. Suite Bergamasque: Clair de Lune - Various Artists
          9. Spring Song In A Major, Op.62, 6 - Various Artists
          10. Piano Sonata In C Major, K. 330: II. Andante cantabile - Various Artists
          11. Nocturne In B Major Op.9 No.3 - Various Artists
          12. Piano Concerto No.1 In D Minor, Op.15: II. Adagio - Various Artists

          Tracks:

          1. Moonlight: Piano Sonata No.2 In C Sharp Minor Op.27 - I. Adagio sostenuto - Various Artists
          2. Ave Maria - Various Artists
          3. Piano Concerto No. 23 - Various Artists
          4. Romance In F Sharp Major Op.28, 2 - Various Artists
          5. Nocturne No.13 In C Minor Op.48 - Various Artists
          6. Piano Concerto In A Minor Op.16 - II. Adagio - Various Artists
          7. Song Without Words In E Major, Op.19, 1 - Various Artists
          8. Arietta Op.12 No.1 - Various Artists
          9. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major Op.19 - II. Adagio - Various Artists
          10. Moment Musical In A Flat Major - Various Artists
          11. Chants sans Paroles (Souvenir de Hapsal) - Various Artists
          12. Piano Concerto No.9 'Jeunehomme' - II. Andante - Various Artists

          Tracks:

          1. The Saisons: Barcarole - Various Artists
          2. Duetto In F Major - Various Artists
          3. Piano Sonata In F Major K.332: II. Adagio - Various Artists
          4. Impromptu In A Flat Major D.899 No.4 - Various Artists
          5. Piano Concerto No. 3 In C Minor: II. Largo - Various Artists
          6. Einsame Blumen - Various Artists
          7. Prelude Op.28 No.15 In D Flat Major 'Rain Drops' - Various Artists
          8. Intermezzo In A Minor Op.76 No.7 - Various Artists
          9. Paganini Etude No. 3 'La Campanella' - Various Artists
          10. Prelude Op.28 No.2 In B Flat Major - Various Artists
          11. Nocturne For The Left Hand - Various Artists
          12. Piano Concerto No.1 In E Minor Op. 11: II. Romanze - Larghetto - Various Artists

          Tracks:

          1. Of Foreign Countries & People, Op. 15, 1 - PIANO DREAMS
          2. Impromptu In G Flat Major - PIANO DREAMS
          3. Piano Concerto No. 1 In B Flat Minor: II. Andante semplice - PIANO DREAMS
          4. Waldszenen Op. 82: Abschied - PIANO DREAMS
          5. Nocturne In D Flat Major, Op. 27, 2 - PIANO DREAMS
          6. Impromptu In B Flat Major D. 935 No. 3: Tema con Variazioni - PIANO DREAMS
          7. Romance In F Major Op. 118, 5 - PIANO DREAMS
          8. Sonetto 123 del Petrarca - PIANO DREAMS
          9. Barcarolle In F Sharp Major Op. 60 - PIANO DREAMS
          10. Piano Sonata In A Major K.331: I. Andante grazioso - PIANO DREAMS

          Tracks:

          1. Melody In F - PIANO DREAMS
          2. Piano Sonata No. 8 'Pathetique': II. Adagio cantabile - PIANO DREAMS
          3. Piano Concerto No. 12 In A Major: II. Andante - PIANO DREAMS
          4. The Spring - PIANO DREAMS
          5. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Old Castle - PIANO DREAMS
          6. Impromptu No. 3 In G Flat Major Op. 51 - PIANO DREAMS
          7. Moment Musical No. 1 In C Major - PIANO DREAMS
          8. Intermezzo In C Sharp Minor Op. 117, 3 - PIANO DREAMS
          9. Piano Sonata No. 3 In B Minor Op. 58: III. Largo - PIANO DREAMS
          10. Piano Concerto No. 2 In B Flat Major Op. 83: III. Andante - PIANO DREAMS

          Tracks:

          1. Humoresque In G Flat Major - Various Artists
          2. Notturno Op. 54, 4 - Various Artists
          3. Impromptu In A Flat Major D. 935 No. 2 - Various Artists
          4. Prelude In F Sharp Major Op. 28 No. 13 - Various Artists
          5. Piano Sonata No.23 'Appassionata': II. Andante con moto - Various Artists
          6. Prelude No. 25 In C Sharp Minor Op. 45 - Various Artists
          7. Intermezzo In B Flat Minor Op.117, 2 - Various Artists
          8. Moment Musical No. 6 In F Minor - Various Artists
          9. Phantasie Pieces Op.12: Warum? - Various Artists
          10. Piano Sonata No. 2 In B Flat Minor: III. Marche funebre - Various Artists
          11. Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major Op. 15: II. Largo - Various Artists

          Tracks:

          1. Love Dream No. 3 - PIANO DREAMS
          2. Berceuse In D Flat Major - PIANO DREAMS
          3. Der Schmetterling Op.43 No.1 - PIANO DREAMS
          4. Intermezzo In A Major Op. 118, 2 - PIANO DREAMS
          5. Piano Sonata In B Flat Major D.960: II. Andante sostenuto - PIANO DREAMS
          6. Mazurka In G Minor Op.24 No. 1 - PIANO DREAMS
          7. Piano Concerto No. 18 In B Flat Major K.456: II. Andante un poco sostenuto - PIANO DREAMS
          8. Piano Sonata No. 12 In A Flat Major Op. 26: I. Andante con variazioni - PIANO DREAMS
          9. Mazurka In C Minor Op. 30, 1 - PIANO DREAMS
          10. Waldszenen, Op. 82: Vogel als Prophet - PIANO DREAMS
          11. Ah, vous dirai-je Maman: 12 Variations - PIANO DREAMS

          Tracks:

          1. Waltz In A Major Op.39 No.15 - Various Artists
          2. Prelude In F Major Op.28 No.23 - Various Artists
          3. Piano Sonata In C Major K.545 'Sonata facile': II. Andante - Various Artists
          4. Piano Concerto No.5 In E Flat Major Op.73 'Emperor': II. Adagio un poco mosso - Various Artists
          5. Mazurka In B Minor Op.24 No.4 - Various Artists
          6. Pianno Sonata In B Major Op. Posth. 147 D.575: II. Andante - Various Artists
          7. Bagatellen, Op.126: III. Andante Cantabile e gracioso - Various Artists
          8. Ballad No.2 In F Major Op.38 - Various Artists
          9. Intermezzo In F Minor Op.118,4 - Various Artists
          10. Nocturne No. 16 In E Flat Major Op.55,2 - Various Artists
          11. Songs Without Words Op.67: Spinnerlied - Various Artists
          12. Klaviersonate D. 959: II. Andantino - Various Artists
          13. Piano Concerto No.17: II. Andante - Various Artists

          Tracks:

          1. Nocturne In C Sharp Minor Op. Posth. - PIANO DREAMS
          2. Recuerdos del Viaje No. 6: Malaguena - PIANO DREAMS
          3. Piano Concerto No.26 In D Major K.537 'Coronation Concert: II Larghetto - PIANO DREAMS
          4. Mazurka In C Sharp Minor Op. 30, No. 4 - PIANO DREAMS
          5. Piano Concerto In G Minor Op.50: II. Adagio - PIANO DREAMS
          6. Valse Obliee No. 1 - PIANO DREAMS
          7. Piano Sonata In B Flat Major D.960: I. Molto moderato - PIANO DREAMS
          8. Invitation To The Dance - PIANO DREAMS

          Tracks:

          1. Romance In E Minor - PIANO DREAMS
          2. Folk Song Op. 12 No. 5 - PIANO DREAMS
          3. Nocturne No. 12 In G Major Op. 37, 2 - PIANO DREAMS
          4. Piano Concerto No.4 In G Major Op.58: II. Andante con moto - PIANO DREAMS
          5. Impromptu In C Minor D899 No. 1 - PIANO DREAMS
          6. Piano Concerto No.14 In E Flat Major K.449: II. Andantino - PIANO DREAMS
          7. Piano Sonata In A Minor Op. Posth. 143 D.784: II Andante - PIANO DREAMS
          8. Berceuse - PIANO DREAMS
          9. Prelude In A Flat Major Op. 28, 17 - PIANO DREAMS
          10. Piano Sonata In G Major Op. 78, D.894: I. Fantasy - PIANO DREAMS

          Customer Reviews:

          5 out of 5 stars Lots of Great Music... Cheap!.......2006-03-18

          This is a ten CD box set with a huge number of great classical piano pieces. Most are played by Jeno Jando, who gets high marks from the Penguin Guide to Compact Discs and DVDs (highly recommended in its own right for the novice and experienced classical music CD buyer) for his playing on budget labels. You will recognize many of the pieces and they will serve as a jumping off point for additional exploration of classical piano. At roughly $2 each, you can't lose!

          5 out of 5 stars They are giving it away!.......2000-02-22

          The Laserlight label also offers a similar box set of orchestral selections "Meditation - Classical Relaxation". At the time of this writing, that boxed set enjoys a much higher sales ranking than this one. This boxed set deserves to be discovered too. Don't let the low price fool you, these are excellent recordings.
          Frances Alda: Acoustic & Electric Recordings (1910 - 1928)
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            Frances Alda: Acoustic & Electric Recordings (1910 - 1928)

            Manufacturer: Video Artists Int'l
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Boito, Arrigo | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
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            ASIN: B000003LL9
            Release Date: 1996-03-26
            Dame Eva Turner - The Collected Recordings
            Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
            • Interesting representation of the singer
            • Voice of a Legend
            Dame Eva Turner - The Collected Recordings

            Manufacturer: Pearl
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

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            ASIN: B00004C8TK
            Release Date: 2000-04-25

            Customer Reviews:

            5 out of 5 stars Interesting representation of the singer.......2003-11-07

            Eva Turner was condemned to be remembered as a one role singer; the role of Turrandot. Her artistry went far beyond that. She was a slow starter in many ways, and it took a considerable amount of time for major houses outside Italy to notice her. Yes, she was enjoyed and used in the Italian opera houses, but ignored in her own land. Eventually, she made her debut there and was a hit. Her voice is not to everyone's liking, and some critics found her interpretations very "ordinary." Some felt she couldn't color her voice enough to render complete interpretations of the roles she sang.

            The real problem was her voice was not subtle at all. Through her development it grew and grew in size (many other singers didn't want to sing with her, not because of her personality -- she was a trouper, but because they had to strain so to be heard when singing with her). As with all very large voices, the virtues are astonishing and the vices just as pronounced. Perhaps she was not capable of much subtle coloring as many smaller voices were capable of, but she was able to "raise the roof" in the theatres she sang in, and present a very powerful living drama. Her intonation was nearly perfect at all times. And, unlike is often thought, she had great stage presence.

            Finally, when a role came her way, one in which she had no competition, people were willing to actually open their ears and hear what she had to offer.

            This set of recordings is very interesting to listen to. Yes, as with all "complete works of anyone" we hear repeats of various arias. The key then is to listen and see what changes had developed as the performer expanded their understanding of the role. Few singers really show much development in that regard. In this case, there are improvements that we hear from time to time.

            Some of the pieces recorded do nothing for me, and I wouldn't have wasted the time recording them, however, they reflect what producers were having singers record at that time.

            One role that Turner sang and excelled in was the Leonora from Trovatore. Yes, she had the necessary agility. She even produced a beautiful trill. Sadly, nothing here gives evidence to this fact.

            I recommend this recording for those interested in having recordings of this great and under appreciated singer who had so much to give. I recommend it also for those interested in hearing a truly huge voice (some say that even Nilsson could come close to the power of Turner) recorded with minimal destortion. We are not able to know exactly how magnificent her voice really was, not even through these recordings, but we can hear the even quality of her noble instrument.

            It is a pricey set, but for those who are interested in historic recordings of very famous singers, I would recommend it.

            5 out of 5 stars Voice of a Legend.......2001-01-13

            Dame Eva Turner was arguably the greatest singer that England produced in the last century. Sadly, she was also one of the most under-recorded singers in history. This compilation finally releases in one package all of the material that we know of at this time. Unfortunately, that means that there are numerous recordings of the same arias, done at different times. Rumors continue as to the existence of more material in the vaults of companies in England, but none of that is available.

            What you will hear is the voice of the definitive Turandot, a role which Dame Eva premiered in many houses, though the first performance of the opera was sung by Rosa Raisa. However, Franco Alfano, who completed the opera after Puccini's death proclaimed Dame Eva as the perfect Turandot. She effortlessly produces enormous waves of sound that are, at turns, steely or supple. Her instrument was one that has only been equaled by the great Birgit Nilsson.

            Dame Eva left the stage in 1949 and moved to Oklahoma, where she was a professor of voice at the University of Oklahoma for 10 years before returning to her native England and taking her place on the faculty of the Royal Conservatory. She died in 1990, at the age of 98.
            Butterfly Dreams
            Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
            • Handsome Authentic Good Moodsetter
            Butterfly Dreams
            Anthony Wakeman
            Manufacturer: Canyon Records
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Folk | Styles | Music
            Traditional FolkTraditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | International | Styles | Music
            Native AmericanNative American | North America | International | Styles | Music
            ASIN: B0007YH79G
            Release Date: 2005-09-15

            Tracks:

            1. Grandmother's Prayer
            2. Chu-Chu
            3. Montana Mountain Shadows
            4. Plains Breeze
            5. My Best Buddy
            6. The Gift
            7. Butterfly Dreams
            8. Mother's Guidance
            9. Tha Tribe
            10. Thank You
            11. Little Butterfly
            12. For My Brother

            Product Description

            1. Grandmother's Prayer
            2. Chu-Chu
            3. Montana Mountain Shadows
            4. Plains Breeze
            5. My Best Buddy
            6. The Gift
            7. Butterfly Dreams
            8. Mother's Guidance
            9. Tha Tribe
            10. Thank You
            11. Little Butterfly
            12. For My Brother


            Format: CD

            Customer Reviews:

            5 out of 5 stars Handsome Authentic Good Moodsetter.......2007-04-12

            An intimate native experiential creation-- I wouldn't say I sit and absolutely listen to it, a single slowish/quiescent flute of another culture, at least not much yet, but driving on a solitary foothill road the other night, it was rightly special. I stopped to take some photos of a sheered-off tree with all these images, angel- one bug-like with starry antennae, also mysteriously modern Incans (with those semi-bucketish/brimmed hats they wear sort of shaped like our old folks' ones), North and Central America (no South?), and fairy, etc in its bark. Then I returned and switched the music back on and a great half-Moon rose awesomely from behind a distant Sierra ridge! This cd has assisted several such times at home and driving. It is an excellent production-- Carlos Nakai's that I recently tried frayed my ears with its amp and effect, etc but this is almost like listening to a seashell, gentle on ears wise. It is personally and culturally beautiful in naming and art (not much lit or art inside though which bothers me some but likely due to costs)- and coinciding perhaps with the minimal and careful feelings but without being too. There is a sense of sharing older young adult male ingrained wisdom, dreams, and respect. Please don't get me wrong. Nakai's may have a more stop and listen, great-sensed matured entertainment obviously and its own great spirituality but this touches in meeting it and being with its puerer-ness, and greater innocence(?) Maybe it's because Nakai originates in desert and his myths are more widely known, but his seems more general and darker. (I wish I could listen to it enough to understand better though.) Anthony's is felt-good mysterious and sacred personal yet in a way that can be comfortably shared, if with respect. At the right times, it has been perfect calming- and for my muse and mood intro and healthy, humble, confident and brave sustain. I don't really know it though. What is the butterflies' personal and other significance to him etc.? They have mattered to me greatly though in sync with listening to this and other aspects of my recent spirituality.

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