Angela Donadio – “Finding Tranquility”
Artist: Angela Donadio
Album: Finding Tranquility
Posted On November 7, 2015
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The incandescent beauty of Angela Donadio’s piano playing generates both an emotional and spiritual uplift on her latest album, Finding Tranquility. The title is perfectly accurate, describing a person’s journey into inner peace but Donadio’s interpretation isn’t about sitting still but soaring through the heavens, strengthening a bond with God. The music here crosses over between piano jazz and Gospel as Donadio develops modern arrangements on vintage and timeless hymns. The result is a medidative, inspiring work, best suited for physical relaxation as well as mental stimulation.
The opening track, “Be Still My Soul,” is a slow-burning beauty, soothing the ears with Donadio’s lovely keys. The studio polish almost gives it a classic Vangelis feel. Donadio’s piano playing paints vivid images in the mind; they are like soundtracks for the imagination. The ethereal glow of “I Surrender All” is heightened by angelic, soaring vocal work. It’s easy to get swept away by “I Surrender All” because the melodies cast so much shimmering light.
The closing tune, “My Jesus, I Love Thee,” is Donadio at her most moving. It’s a gorgeous tribute to a higher power, brimming with soul and a deep-seated devotion to faith.
Website: http://angeladonadio.com