Presence marks Sam Glaser's eighth Jewish album and his most sophisticated and spiritual to date. These fifteen moving compositions, recorded in audiophile 24 bit audio by Sam and his top notch L.A. ensemble, envelope the senses with seamless craftsmanship and powerful images. Using Hebrew lyrics from liturgy and Psalms interwoven with Sam's English interpretations, Presence focuses on the everyday opportunities for a enhancing one's relationship with the Creator. Lyrics, translations and transliterations enclosed. Composed, Produced and Arranged by Sam Glaser. Total running time: 68 Minutes
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
What An Album!:
What an album. Wow. Sam's music is always great, but this one's at a new level...such a leap forward, in terms of the depth of the lyrics and the instrumentation on several of the songs (mindblowing). This album isn't something (at least for me) that can be appreciated with a casual listen. This is an album that must be a repeat experience -- must be studied, if you will. And a most pleasurable "study" it is.
This is Sam's most sophisticated, yet personal, to date:
Sam continues to fuse and meld different styles. The result is a CD with spirituality and warmth that captivates, and will have you singing along. Some tracks: "Ma Ashiv" Warm and enveloping. An opening of the heart and a gathering in of neshamot . "Sheyibaneh Beit HaMikdash" One of my favourites. I adore the jazz fiddle. Catchy as well. "Presence" I have sometimes had this infectious song playing in my head even as I'm in that state between sleep and wakefulness in the morning. "Av... more info
Sam is the best:
I have all of Sam's cds. This one is the best so far. I am a teacher and my students love all his music. They especially love Tree of Life when his son Jesse sings the last line. I recommend this and all of Sam's albums to everyone. Ir is an uplifting experience.
I love Sam Glaser's music!:
"Presence" is one of the best recordings I've ever heard. Sam Glaser's vocals are great, the band is wonderful, and the quality of the recording is excellent. I can't listen to the song "Tree of Life" without reaching for the replay button! I enjoy music that is inspiring and uplifting, and I absolutely love "Presence"!
