A wonderful blend of smooth jazz, funk, dance and world music centralized through the piano, acoustic guitar and the occasional synth lead..
ALL of the compositions you hear here start with one simple truth - without God, I could do nothing but because of HIM, all this is possible!
Each and every effort is a serenade to Him, as I owe Him every song.
Over the years, I've learned new things about song composition and have always been willing to push the boundaries of sound. I was trained as a musician and recording engineer as a child, learning to put together melodies when I was only 7 years old. This was at the height of jazz fusion where lead instrumental improvisation was king. Although I was trained early on to read and write sheet music, this improvisation has shaped my writing. Now, I write from my heart.
The songs represented here are the culmination of my ventures. Each new song is a lesson in itself as I am a never ending student of music, sound and the new and emerging recording processes. As you listen, keep in mind these are my intimate conversations with God. My conversations are sometimes upbeat, sometimes somber, but never boring. In all, I share these songs so that you may enjoy the music.
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Kathy Reynolds
May 13, 2014
wow, love the Spanish vibe in this! so well produced. lots going on that just shines in a rhythmic motion. superb work!
Ascenzion - Al Massey
May 13, 2014
Arlen - Another beautiful composition with an sensational Latin groove that is awesome. You have stepped up to an higher inspirational level with this track. Superb arrangement and production as always. Just Marvelous.
Congrats on your new CD.
Falken
May 07, 2014
Very very cool piece with amazing latino jazz-guitar.
Magnificent intro! and that tiny drum-intro too.
It strike me the good feel you are able to get from a keyboard that many guitarplayers only can dream of achiving.
Well done my friend!
Musan Dera
May 06, 2014
Wow, this has got such a nice atmosphere, for getting a very good mood. "Sparkling" is exactly the word suiting here. My friend Spin was using it when he pointed me to this track. Sparkling, water, river. Yes, the title is very well chosen.
What I like here, is the use of pads and other sounds, as a contrast with the acoustic guitar, making it dreamy. I like the rhythms/drums/beats here as well. And the Latin influences.
Interesting....
spinaceto
May 06, 2014
My dear friend Arlen this is simply FANTASTIC! What a Jazzy/Latin atmosphere....the intro let me thought about a "berimbau" with such nice percussion sound.....splendid rythmic line!!! :)
A professional composition and such sentiment in this track, clear and top shelf production as well. Love it!! :)
Your fan & friend -Spin-
This is really true to the classic sound and a great showcase for light Jazz. Wonderful performance Arlen!