The Heart Aid Project

Artist: Various Artists
Label: Spring Hill
Category: Music

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Media: Audio CD
Number Of Discs: 1

UPC: 718795604029
EAN: 0718795604029
ASIN: B00006EXIX

Release Date: 2002-08-27

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Tracks:

Wherever You Go - Robin Spielberg
Walls That Move - Spencer Brewer
Journey - Janie Campbell
I'll Carry You Through - John Boswell
First Embrace - Evan Gould
Grace - Michael Hoppe
Silent Prayer - Ira Stein
Ivory - Ray Lynch
Shooting Stars On Trillium Trails - Zola Van
Shadow To Light - Eric Chapelle
Turning - Suzanne Ciani
Silence Once Served - Dan Chadburn
The Heart's Reach - Craig Casey
Porch Swing Summer Night - Jeff Bjorck
The Dance Left Behind - Ken Pederson
Lullaby - Karen Fitzgerald
When The Sun Goes Down - Julie Rivers

Customer Reviews:

Music from the Heart for the Heart.......2002-12-17

Do you remember the last time you listened to music so beautiful it gave you shivers? Do you remember being amazed at the kindness and beauty in the human soul? This album brings both of those elements into play as you listen.

I was not only struck by the sheer beauty of the soothing piano compositions, I was filled with such appreciation for the amazing abilities God gives artists so they can generously give beauty to the world.

"Music is...?" was the subject heading of an e-mail sent out by Kathy Parsons in the first week of September, 2001. She sent the e-mail to a group of pianists and composers and asked them to fill in the blank. At the time she was writing an article for her newsletter "Pianotes." This newsletter is about how music is experienced, created and lived.

Then September 11th unfolded before Kathy's eyes.

"It was about mid-week, after watching yet another tragic story, that I cried and wondered what I could do to help. Suddenly I remembered Kathy Parson's e-mail - "Music is...?" ~Eric Chapelle

Writing music was what he loved to do most and he knew others would want to also help in some way. Eric suggested a long list of composers to Kathy. Together they created a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to help launch the idea.

After receiving music from various keyboard composers, they had to select musical tracks that would fit together in a unified ensemble. Seventeen tracks were chosen for this CD. This contemporary piano music compilation was then released on September 11, 2002.

1. Wherever You Go - Robin Spielberg
A delicate, exquisite expression of hope amidst sorrow.

2. Walls That Move - Spencer Brewer
Seems to speak of a place beyond this life. As if the walls move away and open to release all feelings of pain and you feel peace.

3. Journey - Janie Campbell
Begins with a wilderness feel, perhaps a thunderstorm. The deep soothing vibrations in this piece balance sadness with joy. Janie Campbell is known for her music which enables individuals to connect with their emotions and experience comfort.

4. I'll Carry You Through - John Boswell
An evocative duet between Boswell and Tillman. The cello and keyboard help to transport the listener into a deep sense of peace and security. This piece borders on worship. Very healing.

5. First Embrace - Evan Gould
Upbeat and hopeful with elements that seem to embrace you in warmth. Within the tragedy, this brings to mind all the miracles and love shown.

6. Grace - Michael Hoppe
A meditative piece which encourages tranquility. Perhaps like the slow trickle of melting snow.

7. Silent Prayer - Ira Stein
This was composed after the 9/11 incident and reflects deep sorrow and loss. It has an element of "becoming aware" of the deep pain hate can cause. At times the piece waits for your thoughts and then at times seems to make definite statements.

8. Ivory - Ray Lynch
Feels like an awakening on a new day. Realizing that in deep sorrow there is a time to feel as if you are dying and then you can follow a path to rebirth.

9. Shooting Stars on Trillium Trails - Zola Van
Passionate piece that says there is still kindness and beauty in the world.

10. Shadow to Light - Eric Chapelle
The minor and major keys reflect sadness and hope.

11. Turning - Suzanne Ciani
Mysterious and emotive melody.

12. Silence Once Served - Dan Chadburn
Heartfelt piece which encourages introspection.

13. The Heart's Reach - Craig Casey
This piece was written for the men and women who offered their aid and protection. Thankfulness and peace are present in the soaring melodic lines.

14. Porch Swing Summer Night - Jeff Bjorck
(Pure Piano Panoramas and Pure Piano Portraits are equally beautiful (see review) and this piece is from the Pure Piano Panoramas CD.)

This piece speaks of coming home to family and friends and has a smooth sway like the calm sway of a porch swing on a summer night. Jeff made me aware of this album and is also involved in other very significant humanitarian efforts in his daily life. After you hear this piece, you will want all his albums. They are intensely beautiful and very relaxing!

15. The Dance Left Behind - Ken Pederson
A blending of classics with the contemporary. Bright, beautiful
notes that are sophisticated and elegant.

16. Lullaby - Karen Fitzgerald
A sweet lullaby which moves the listener through a cycle of renewal. Inspired by the beauty of nature. If you love rain, you will also want "Heart of the Rain."

17. When the Sun Goes Down - Julie Rivers
A jazz duet signaling the conclusion of this musical journey. Contemplative keyboard melodies dance around the calming saxophone improvisations. Seems to speak of a new day and renewal.

The proceeds from The HeartAid Project CD will be donated to charities benefiting 9/11 and their families. Each artist has decided to donate all the royalties from this album to The HeartAid Project and its healing mission.

Music speaks to us in a way words can't. Music can heal the heart. Out of a great tragedy comes intense beauty. What a wonderful way to express love and care.

Music for the Heart.

from Solo Piano Publications.......2002-08-31

This review is of a much more personal nature because it is about a project that is very close to my heart and one that I've been quite involved with on a very emotional level. In early September 2001, I sent out an email to a long list of pianist/composers asking for their definitions of what "music is..." for an article I was writing for my newsletter. And then 9/11 happened. A few days later, Eric Chapelle sent out another email using my mailing list, asking if any of the composers would be interested in donating their music to create a compilation CD to raise funds to help the victims of 9/11 and their families, and to also make it an album that would bring comfort and healing to the aching souls throughout the country and beyond. The response was incredible. More than thirty artists responded with songs that they wanted to contribute! At this point, I had to pull back a bit because a selection process was needed, and since all of the artists were my friends, I didn't feel I could do that. Eric took a firm hold of the project, forming a Board of Directors and obtaining "Non-Profit Organization" status to move forward. It was a sometimes rocky road, but Eric's drive and determination made it happen. And what an incredible album this is! Some of the artists are well-known, and some aren't yet, but should be soon! Some of the tracks are from other albums, and some were composed specifically for this collection. Suzanne Ciani contributed a solo piano version of her wonderful "Turning", Ray Lynch gave us "Ivory", Spencer Brewer donated "Walls That Move", and Robin Spielberg's "Wherever You Go" opens the CD. Michael Hoppe and Ira Stein both composed stunning new songs for this collection, as did Eric Chapelle and Craig Casey. The other artists are Janie Campbell, John Boswell, Evan Gould, Zola Van, Dan Chadburn, Jeff Bjorck, Ken Pedersen, Karen FitzGerald, and Julie Rivers. With so many different artists and composing styles, it is amazing how smoothly the CD plays. There is a mix of emotions that works really well, reflecting the range of feelings we all had in the days and months that followed the tragedy. Some of the pieces are dark and a bit brooding, but most of them are soothing and uplifting. A true tribute to the human spirit and to the power of music, this is a must-have collection, and I give it my whole-hearted recommendation and endorsement. All proceeds from the sales of this CD will go to the Robin Hood Relief Fund. Because Robin Hood's board of directors underwrites all administrative costs, 100% of the money raised goes directly to the most effective organizations aiding victims and their families. What wonderful gifts this CD will make, so let's make it a huge success! You definitely won't be disappointed! Heartfelt thanks to all of the artists who put so much into this project - most especially Eric Chapelle - and for showing once again what incredible human beings you are!

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