Appalachian Picking Society

 (8 customer reviews)

iTunes tells me I have now listened to this CD 12 times, but I've played it on the stereo several more and I'm ready to rave about it. Michael Hedges' Aerial Boundaries is one of my all-time favorites - I never found another that could compete until now. There are no super-human guitar stunts here, but like Aerial Boundaries, this collection is packed full of the haunting yet restful sense of home, wood, and simpler times that I enjoy so much.

Though the production quality has the clarity and presence you would expect from Windham Hill, the performances are extremely sincere and unassuming. Sometimes it sounds as though the musicians were whispering the tunes into your ear as if they are too personal to play for anyone else. Parts of it might almost be mistaken for a Smithsonian Folkways recording because of the traditional instruments and melodies. Other times it breaks into a lively Irish jig or reel. Though this is modern music, it captures a sense of what is good...Read more

I love this CD. I especially listen to it in the car when I want to enjoy music without having to think about it (and don't want something that will put me to sleep!) I'm not exactly a big bluegrass fan... My appreciation for it started with Nickel Creek about 8 years ago and I've expanded to Alison Krauss and some others over time; however this music would appeal to almost anyone with its intricate guitar/banjo picking. It's obvious the musicians are incredibly talented, and I would recommend it to anyone who just appreciates quality music.

I was browsing my library's CD collection, looking for some bluegrass, and found this CD. I think its very great, they take all these really good appalachian players, and have jamming sessions with them. I hope you enjoy it as much as I am.

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