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A replacement CD for one I lost, I am so glad to have this one in my collection again! Several songs are excellent, others are fine, and one or two simply bore me. But since I got this for $3.99 with free shipping, I decided: Why not buy the entire CD! This was a time of celebration and thanksgiving for Carlton and it always puts me in a better mood. I love Larry Carlton's clean, honest playing. He is a very "vocal" guitarist; I am a vocalist, and I appreciate the way that his playing delivers (albeit wordlessly) the message of the song. The arrangements are very tight and full, but they do have a bit of the late 80s, highly polished "Hollywood" sound. Still, listen carefully for the well done keyboard work throughout. I am trying to pick up keyboard skills so it's fun to get out my keyboard-synthesizers and Mason Hamlin and chime along with Larry! Arrangements tend to be challenging (chord changes and some challenging modulations). I have read some "expert critics" out there who claim that Carlton's playing is not complicated enough. To those critics I say: Clearly, you are not musicians -- You may be technicians but you are not artists in this realm. I would add that they should beware of equating accuracy and speed with artistry. Moreover, a discerning ear would be able to pick up the nuances such as crescendo/decrescendo, timing and feel, intonation, resonance, and other aspects of the art of music - all of which Larry skillfully and soulfully applies. But don't misunderstand me - You don't need to have a PHD or be a musician to enjoy and appreciate Larry Carlton! His music communicates to a variety of audiences. Rock out! (Rock on?) ;)Read full review
Pleased with quality of this CD
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
nice hard to find cd
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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