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Laurie Z. : Window to the World
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Masterful debut album features upbeat orchestration, sonic excellence, and has a strong melodic flow that engages you from the first song.
Genre: New Age: Contemporary Instrumental
Release Date: 1991
Window to the World
Laurie Z.
Record Label: Zebra Productions
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Preview Song Name Time Buy
1. The Explorer 4:31 Album Only
2. Summerland 4:27 Album Only
3. A Reflection of Ourselves 7:18 Album Only
4. It's a Jungle in Here 5:22 Album Only
5. A Night at the Improv 5:45 Album Only
6. Window to the World 3:32 Album Only
7. Folk Hero 4:33 Album Only
8. City Lights 3:40 Album Only
9. The Waterfall 5:58 Album Only
10. Just Beachy 3:38 Album Only
11. Promise to Forever 5:23 Album Only
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Album Notes

This masterful debut album by Laurie Z. features upbeat orchestrations, sonic excellence, and has a strong melodic flow that engages you from the first song. Wonderfully rich instrumental music composed and arranged with all the instruments performed on keyboard by Laurie Z. This captivating release is equally suited for active listening or as an enriching complement for any occasion.

Classically trained from the age of 4, influenced by Beethoven, Mozart, Beatles, Alan Parsons, Elton John and Bruce Hornsby, Laurie is remembered for the memorable melodies in her compositions.
REVIEWS -

\"The rhythms are upbeat, the songs original, the recording rich and sensual. An enormous talent.\"
~ J. Lou, The Secret Guide To Music

\"Energetic, lushly stylized synth music by a virtuoso artist with a lifetime of music to back her imagination. Her classical background is beautifully evident in \"A Reflection of Ourselves\", featuring piano keyboard interweaving with acoustic guitar rhythms. It\'s hard to tell that these are synth and not acoustic instruments. The subtle flowing beauty of Laurie\'s compositions is showcased in \"The Waterfall\" with delicate phrases, a beautiful closing to a richly satisfying album. She keeps the sound layers in a perfect balance, creating richness without chaos or loss of the integrity of each sound and rhythm... Always rich, moving, upbeat.\"
~ Acacia, Heartsong Review

\"I can see why this album is among CMC\'s most popular. Laurie Z. is an artist with popular appeal, creating a tuneful blend of classical, modern jazz and new age. I listened to \"Promise to Forever\" about eight times in a row when the CD first arrived! All the tracks from this CD are in rotation at WSUP.\"
~ Steven Olaf Dahlquist, WSUP Radio

\"This soothing release draws the listener into a sonic environment that flows seamlessly from one theme to another... Laurie Z. is creating expansive, texturally rich new age soundscapes.\"
~ Music Access Monthly

\"Laurie Z., on multi-synthesizers, weaves sophisticated compositions pulsating with heart and rhythmic vitality.\"
~ Carol Wright, NAPRA Journal

\"I find myself playing it over and over again, never getting tired, and always wanting more. From a musical point of view, the use of instruments is exceptional. Sounds flow smoothly, mix perfectly, and have an excellent touch of realism.\"
~ Ron Wallace, Aftertouch Magazine

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REVIEWS

I feel “nurtured” listening to it!
author: Sheryl Roush
                            
"I find myself gravitating toward Window To The World....over and over.  When I’m working, it’s soothing and uplifting, in the background, having a calming yet inspiring feeling for me. I feel “nurtured” listening to it! Yet it’s fine in the workplace without distracting productivity!"
~ Sheryl Roush - Author and Motivational Speaker

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Laurie's Amazing Debut
author: Kathy Parsons
                            
Laurie Z.’s first solo album is a fascinating study of both her earlier compositions and the keyboard technology that was available in the late 80’s. The CD opens with the buoyant and somewhat-funky “The Explorer” - upbeat and fun! “A Reflection of Ourselves” is amazing - I couldn’t believe it when I learned that the guitar is actually synth - a feat accomplished by great sampling AND keeping the playing within a guitar’s realistic tonal range. Technical aspects aside, this is a beautiful piece! “It’s a Jungle In Here” is also a lot of fun with a catchy percussion track and a great combination of synth voices. The title track is a real favorite - a sweet little intro breaks into toe-tapping rhythm and a terrific melody that combines rock and funk elements. I also love “City Lights” - an R&B/jazz number that is mind-blowing from the fact that one woman did all of the sounds on synth - a little red-headed soul! Laurie Z. is one of my favorite artists, and this first CD is a very important part of her musical evolution. Highly recommended!

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Open the Window of your Spirit!!! Listen to Laurie Z.!!!
author: G.M. Grena
                            
Prepare your spirit for take-off!!!  Your musical journey begins with The Explorer, an electronic, finger-snapping adventure to a place you never want to leave... at least until the next song, Summerland, where you can play on your own private beach & not have to worry about sharks or sunburn!  Visit a lush, tropical garden during It's A Jungle In Here; spend an evening dancing for joy to the melodies of A Night At The Improv, Just Beachy, & City Lights; let The Waterfall of songs carry your cares away!

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very good CD, brought back fine memories of Louisville, thanks
author: Larry W.
                            

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