American Chanukah: Songs of Chanukah & Peace. Traditional selections, Robin's beautiful original songs, and a few contemporary pieces are seamlessly woven into the quintessential Chanukah collection
From one of America's premier contemporary pianists/composers comes a CD full of light and hope: "American Chanukah: Songs of Chanukah and Peace". Robin Spielberg's newest CD, American Chanukah: Songs of Chanukah & Peace is one that is especially close to the artist's heart. With the help of Robin's 99 year-old Grandmother, Jennie Spielberg, Robin researched and arranged songs of Yiddish , Sephardic, Israeli, Ashkenazi , European, and American origin for inclusion in this beautiful quintessential Chanukah collection.
In this solo piano CD, you will find cherished melodies such as "Rock of Ages", and a beautiful interpretation of the theme from "The Moldau" (used as Israel's national anthem). There are Chanukah favorites like the "Dreydl Song" and "Chanukah Prayer". And then are the songs of peace: the U2 song "One" is delicately arranged and performed in a heartfelt longing for peace. "West Bank Serenade", a brand new Robin Spielberg original is sure to become a favorite among audience members on her upcoming holiday tour. Composed during the suicide bombings of 2002, the music takes the listener on a journey that is at once moving, hopeful and triumphant.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful Surprise:
I love everything Robin does. Have seen her in performance and she has amazing ability to transform notes to feelings that sooth and comfort.
Inspirational:
I loved this new album from Robin. I haven't stopped listening to it since I opened it in my mail, today. I found it very beautiful, spiritual and inspiring. Its "ethnic" feel took me away from my often-times hectic life to a place where I could be "in the world, yet not of it", and reminded me of who I am and why I celebrate this Holiday. Thanks Robin, I needed that.
from Solo Piano Publications:
Several years in the planning stages, Robin Spielberg's collection of Chanukah songs arranged for solo piano is a masterpiece. One of the most elegant and graceful pianists around, Spielberg keeps the arrangements of the traditional pieces simple, letting the melodies sing their messages of hope and peace. With the help of her ninety-nine-year-old grandmother, Jennie Spielberg, Robin researched and arranged songs of Yiddish, Sephardic, Israeli, Ashkenazi , European, and American origin for inclusion in this... more info
