Mauna Kea: White Mountain Journal

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Meditative (often obscurely so), mystical (at least wannabe), and melodic almost to the point of becoming aural wallpaper (he seems to care little about his bass work), Beamer's music makes clear why the nation's leading slack-key label is a subsidiary of the nation's leading New Age label. But as such, Beamer is the de facto leader of one of slack key's strongest schools, and he's clearly the most prolific, and probably the best, of the lot. Still, those who aren't coming to him via New Age are likely to consider this background music. On this set he purports to tell his life story purely through his guitar, without vocals. --John Morthland

Mauna Kea: White Mountain Journal,Keola & Kapono Beamer,Windham Hill Records,Hawaii,Hawaiian Music,Int'l & World Music,Pop,Slack-Key Guitar,World Music

Average customer rating: excellent slack Sweet sounds Absolutely Perfect Spiritual Music Evocative Mellow slack key at its' best

Mauna Kea: White Mountain Journal Keola Beamer Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Hawaii | Pacific Islands | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Pacific Islands | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Soliloquy: Ka Leo O Loko Moe`uhane Kika: Tales From The Dream Guitar Black Sand Kolonahe: From the Gentle Wind Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Masters ASIN: B0000030M3 Release Date: 1997-04-15

Tracks:

1. 'Imi Au Ia 'Oe
2. Manu Kai (Sea Bird)
3. Sweet Lei Mamo
4. Keiki Dream (Child Dream)
5. Kaula 'ili (The Lariat)
6. Hi'ilawe
7. Pupu Hinuhinu (Shiny Shell Lullaby)
8. Ke'ena Malu (Quiet Place)
9. 'Ulili E (The Wandering Tattler Bird)
10. Pua Tubarose (Tuberose Blossom)
11. Barefoot On The Range
12. Sase (Sassy)
13. For Sweetheart Grandma
14. Makika (Mosquito)
15. Ka Wailele O 'Akaka ('Akaka Falls)

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Meditative (often obscurely so), mystical (at least wannabe), and melodic almost to the point of becoming aural wallpaper (he seems to care little about his bass work), Beamer's music makes clear why the nation's leading slack-key label is a subsidiary of the nation's leading New Age label. But as such, Beamer is the de facto leader of one of slack key's strongest schools, and he's clearly the most prolific, and probably the best, of the lot. Still, those who aren't coming to him via New Age are likely to consider this background music. On this set he purports to tell his life story purely through his guitar, without vocals. --John Morthland

Customer Reviews:

excellent slack.......2005-07-08

Excellent slack key. When Keola did this, his mind must have been in a very peaceful place. It evokes the peace that is the Pacific Ocean. For guitarists interested in adding some slack key to their repetoire, the liner notes give the tunings and with a bit of listening, and aloha, some nice pieces can be picked up. Keola's web site and taropatch.com will offer some help. Enjoy!

Sweet sounds.......2005-03-05

This is definitely Keola Beamer's best cd out of many fine efforts. I have all of his music, and believe me, it's hard to choose one and say that about it. This is music for those of us who love life, have a generally positive outlook, and appreciate music that reflects that attitude. This is music to celebrate all of the best life grants us, music to play when you're reading, eating, resting, being contemplative, getting a massage, working, playing, or all of the above. His strictly instrumental pieces are smoothly crafted, ( with great sound quality, by the way....not tinny like many slack key guitar cd's can be), original, and not particularly ethnic. the best part is that you won't tire of it. It's timeless, beautiful, and unobtrusive. Highly recommended!

Absolutely Perfect Spiritual Music.......2000-08-24

Keola Beamer calls to the very essence of my soul in this, one of his best albums. There is a wonderful sense of familarity upon first hearing his music that can be a mind altering experience. But the interesting thing is that over time, the music seems to grow in intensity. Instead of becoming old and tiresome, Keola's music can evolve into a special spiritual feeling. I most highly recommend this album.

Evocative.......2000-01-27

I have never had a reason to put forth my opinion on any recording but this cd is forcing me to make an exception. I recommend it highly as a look at a musical art form as purely emotional and beautiful as any in the world. For musical travellers, this is a good first trip to slack key. It will not be your last.

Mellow slack key at its' best.......1999-12-23

A neighbor who knew of my interest in slack key and traditional Hawaiian music loaned me his CD of White Mountain Journal and I had trouble giving it back until I owned my own. I have collected many such works but got tired of CD's with 3-4 good traditional Hawaiian tracks then several cuts of noisy raucous junk - this is good music all the way. Well done performances assembled by people who understand listening pleasure. A Must Have for Hawaiian music fans.

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