The third album in the "Solo Piano Diary" Trilogy
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The series was created as a means for Lindquist to seek truth from his own heart as well as an outlet for self-expression, and these wonderful pieces are in their purest and most sincere form, unedited and in the moment. Strong classical influences can be heard as well as jazz, new age, and even a little gospel. The moods are consistent enough to provide a subtle backdrop for other quiet activities, but I highly recommend giving this album your full attention at least a few times, as it’s too beautiful to not savor in its entirety. I will reuse my own quote from the previous two Diary reviews and re-state that “This is music to get lost in, hoping never to be found again!” as it is just as fitting for this collection.

There are too many tracks to mention each one, but I have to say that there is no filler or fluff and all of the pieces are reflective and spare. The beginning piece, dated 11/10/12 and titled “Coming Back,” is a lovely intro, setting a quiet, peaceful tone for the album. “I Need to Sleep” has the feeling of late-night musings at the piano - minimal and soft-spoken. As would be expected from the title, “My Gospel” has a very hymn-like style which is mostly quiet with a few gospel phrases in the middle that present a pleasant surprise. “Be There” is subtle and very graceful with lots of open space, giving the music plenty of breathing room. “So Happy” conveys a deep sense of contentment rather than a giddy joy. “Always” expresses a tender passion that makes it a favorite. “Walk With Me” is warm and peaceful while “Farewell” is more conversational and bittersweet. “My Island” closes the album with a soft-spoken tribute to a special place.

If you are new to Christian Lindquist’s Solo Piano Diary series, this is a great place to start for soothing, relaxing piano music with substance. If you have the first two in the series, #3 is a perfect finish to the set. It is available from Amazon, iTunes, and CD Baby. Very highly recommended! //Kathy Parsons

Solo Piano Diary III

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2012-Nov-12 Still Here

Solo Piano     Track 1   Joy to the World

From the album     Christmastide...Christmas around the world     (2005)

Christmastide

Joy to the World

Joy-to-the-World

Solo Piano.     Track 8     Sunset at Carmel Beach

From the album     Sounds of Monterey Bay    (2024)

Sounds of Monterey Bay

Sunset at Carmel Beach

These changes showed up and felt right. There's a deep underlying sadness in our world of intense distraction these days. I crave simpler times when honesty, truth, and patriotism were the rule.

Underneath there Lies a Beating Heart

There Lies a Beating Heart

Calm, soothing solo piano chords.
MOODS- Reflective Melancholic Intimate Lonely Poignant Romantic
CHARACTER- Ethereal Sparse Sophisticated Warm
MOVEMENT - Flowing Steady	
SIMILAR TO- Tire Le Coyote, Music Within, Aphex Twin, felicita, Dustin O'Halloran, Kirk Nurock, Michael Strening Jr., Bernward Koch, Ibrahim Maalouf, Jeff Beal


TM PIANO #1

TM PIANO #14

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Tenderness - calm piano melody for relaxing (second 'ambient' edition)

Beethoven Fur Elise and Brahms Lullaby for Kids and Children. Classical Music for Babies

Piano Sonata 09 Op. 14: III (Third Part)

Romantic Piano Wedding Music – Wedding Anniversary, Smooth Jazz Music, Candle Light Dinner, Classic Piano, Dinner Time Background Music, Wedding Reception

Wedding Anniversary

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Be Honest

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Aurora is the album of beautiful dreams lit up by the light of the stars and aspirations within each person. The main emotion of Aurora is about believing, honoring those who dare to dream and dare to pursue their dreams.

Aurora

The Year of Music project began in May 2011  there has been a new musical creation posted each day.  Each new piece is created in real-time.   The project is currently in its 13th year.  To date, there are over 4700 "Daily Doses" in the project.

Richard’s live performances take audiences on a journey away from the busy world and into a calmer, less chaotic mental and emotional environment.  Drawing on his classical training, jazz and pop familiarity, Richard creates music thru an improvisational process.  His music has been called a soothing elixir for the soul, mind and body.

In 2016, composer/contemporary pianist Richard Carr moved to the Monterey Bay area of California after living in his native St. Louis area since 2005.  Richard spent 10 years working as a pianist in the night clubs, hotels and restaurants of the French Quarter of New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina.  He has released twenty-fiven solo albums and one collaboration in the contemporary instrumental /new age genre.

Aware of the meditative quality of his music, Richard has been exploring the healing side of his music.  Working in the holistic community of St. Louis, Richard developed the I AM Creative Sessions. These sessions are personal sessions in which Richard creates music for the client’s intention or focus.  In essence, he creates a soundtrack for the intention.
  
Currently Richard's electronic keyboard set-up includes Kurzweil PC3x and PC4x,  StudioLogic Numa 2-88,and the Roland boutique synths JP-08 and JX-03.

Sunset at Carmel Beach

Richard Carr Piano

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