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Release Date: 25-06-1999
Label: Hearts of Space
Catalog Number: HS11091-2
Barcode: 25041109123
Musical Style: New Age
| Disc 1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waiting | 8 | Reckoning |
| 2 | Shadows Fall | 9 | Distant Call |
| 3 | Long Ago | 10 | Listening Wind |
| 4 | Land of Serenity | 11 | Thoughts Of You |
| 5 | Longing | 12 | Salvation |
| 6 | Lady of Silence | 13 | Waiting (Reprise) |
| 7 | Thousand Whispers | ||
Afterglow brings together two of the finest improvising soloists in instrumental music for a wonderfully rich and inspiring album of contemplative chamber music. Under the sensitive direction of keyboardist-composer Michael Hoppé, cellist Martin Tillmann and flutist Tim Wheater create a haven of warmth and beauty.
A composer of exceptional and varied melodic talents, Michael Hoppé has an extensive background in both pop and classical music. Since 1985 he has released 12 albums, gathering numerous accolades including CD Review Editor's Choice, 'CD of the Year' and the Association for Independent Music INDIE award for 'Best New Age Album' in the year 1999.
Hoppé's endeavors in the music industry have brought him 15 gold and 4 platinum records. His music has also been heard internationally on numerous TV programs and feature films and his songs have been recorded by a variety of singers and instrumentalists including Tim Wheater, Martin Tillmann, Zamfir, Frank Mills, Eliza Gilkyson, Cecilia, Louise Di Tullio, Lou Anne Neill, Eugene Fodor and Lily Haydn. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife Monica.