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David Arkenstone creates an experience that is new with each of his works. Awsome!
April 21, 2008I originally heard some David Arkenstone on an online New Age radio station. I love soundtracks and found his music very thematical. Some highlights on this CD were Temple of Vaal and Wings of the Shadow. This guy paints very vivid pictures with music. If you're a fantasy lover, this is a must. Travel with Kyla in search for the stone of truth.
May 12, 2007Arkenstone uses percussion and synthesizers to new heights! He inspires me to broaden my musical talent in being more open-minded using cool instrumental ensembles and creative chord structures. You can journey to places that inspire...
January 19, 2007David Arkenstone's seventh full-length album--Quest of the Dream Warrior (1995)--is the second installment of a trilogy. The first in the trilogy is 1991's In the Wake of the Wind, while 1996's Return of the Guardians is the third part. Including Quest of the Dream Warrior, these albums, also, come with a map and a story to go along with the music. Quest of the Dream Warrior consists of ten tracks. Arkenstone sings on three of the compositions: "Prelude: Tallis the Messenger," "The Voice," and "Road to the Sea." Overall, the album's songwriting, musicianship, and sound quality are pleasing. My favorite pieces are "Dance of the Maidens" and "The Magic Forest." The somber, yet pretty, "Dance of the Maidens" segues into one of my favorite compositions (in general), the nicely crafted, mysterious "The Magic Forest." Examples of other tracks that I enjoy are "Prelude: Tallis the Messenger," "Rhythms of Vision," and "The Journey Begins: Kyla's Ride." The driving "Prelude: Tallis the Messenger" sports commanding singing from Arkenstone; this piece segues into the curious "Rhythms of Vision"--which displays magnetic, spirited guitar playing from Arkenstone. "The Journey Begins: Kyla's Ride" is upbeat and sprightly. Along with the story and various color drawings, the CD booklet includes the song lyrics and a color photo of Arkenstone. Another nice color photo of Arkenstone is exhibited on the back of the CD jewel case. The disc is almost 53 minutes. Arkenstone is a proficient artist, and Quest of the Dream Warrior is recommendable.
September 23, 2006 | | A bit off track for the creators, but still a good listen | |
I've enjoyed David Arkenstone's music for quite some time, and have been a fan of Mercedes Lackey's writing even longer. Seeing the two of them collaborating, not once but twice, should pique the interest of anyone who enjoys either's work.
Now the bad news, if there is any for this creation...based on Lackey's novels and short stories, it seems like she wrote the backstory to support this album almost as an afterthought; heavy reliance on "deus ex machina" plot devices leave die-hard Lackey fans cold. At times the story gets in the way of the music; at others, the other way around. Perhaps the story was aimed at younger audiences?
I'm happy to rate this at 4/5, but a better story would have gained an extra star.
November 24, 2004More reviews at Amazon.com ...
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