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Solitudes & Avalon Music SelectionsOn this page are the current listings of our Solitudes and Avalon music selections including new releases. What are Solitudes? For those of you unfamiliar with Solitudes' we will provide a little background. Dan Gibson, the world-renowned naturalist founded Solitudes Ltd. more than 15 years ago. He used the beautiful sounds of nature that he had collected over a period of 50 years. He worked with talented artists who composed and performed music that blended magically with Dan's nature sounds.Solitudes products are know to be 'tuned in' to our environment and taking a more balanced, relaxed approach to life. Solitudes is constantly adding variety and new titles are released several times a year. Choose from the following categories
NEW RELEASES
Mediterranean Nights The spirit of the Mediterranean comes alive with the passionate
melodies and vibrant rhythms of the Spanish guitar. Instrumentation includes mandolin,
bouzouki, banjitar, violin, piano, guitars, bass, drums & percussion. Composers
are R. Piltch, K. Vehkavaara.
Thirteen tracks and program time is 67:55.
A Sense of Renewal Discover deep relaxation and a sense of renewal with these calming
compositions for saxophone, piano and guitar by Glendon Smith. Instrumentation includes
piano, soprano and tenor saxophones, keyboards & guitars. Eight tracks with a
program time of 53:26
Desert Spa  Experience pure relaxation with the distinctive natural sounds of the
Southwest and soothing native flute. Instrumentation includes native flutes, guitars,
keyboards & percussion. Nature sounds.
In a Sentimental Mood  This album of nostalgic classics, enhanced by the subtle tones of the
clarinet, will generate recollections as vibrant as those to be found in an old
photograph. Includes Stranger on the Shore, I Only Have Eyes for You and What a Difference
a Day Makes. Instrumentation includes clarinet & piano.
Polynesian Spa
Relaxation Music
A Sense of Renewal Discover
deep relaxation and a sense of renewal with these calming compositions for saxophone,
piano and guitar by Glendon Smith. Instrumentation includes piano, soprano and tenor
saxophones, keyboards & guitars. Eight tracks with a program time of 53:26
Bliss
Nature sounds include Carolina Wren, Herring Gull, Killdeer, Tufted Titmouse, Blue Jay. Program time 73:29 with nine tracks.
Canada from Sunrise to Sunset
Desert Spa Experience
pure relaxation with the distinctive natural sounds of the Southwest and soothing native
flute. Instrumentation includes native flutes, guitars, keyboards & percussion.
Nature sounds.
Track Listing (50:56): 1. Morning Glory (4:51), 2. Ancient Pathway (6:32), 3. Secret Garden (6:21), 4. Dance Of The Wild flowers (7:20), 5. Fountains Of Time (6:55), 6. Sweet Serenade (6:22), 7. Eternal Grace (5:11), 8. Reverie By A Stream (6:23), 9. Peacefulness (5:56)
Forest Cello
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Track Listing: 1. A Path To Solitude (6:47), 2. Beauty Abounds (6:22), 3. Moody Afternoon (12:44), 4. Ancient Stand (3:56), 5. Summer Sublime (5:53), 6. Chasing The Clouds (4:24), 7. Dreaming By The Stream (7:56), 8. Hymn To The Old Growth (3:39)
Homeward Bound
13 tracks including: 1. Homeward
Bound (4:35), 2. Birds (5:29)
In a Sentimental Mood
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Lull your little one to quiet slumber with soothing lullabies and the soft natural sounds emanating peacefully for nature's nursery. All the Pretty Little Horses, Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and eight other classic lullabies will bring back some of your fondest memories. Each song is presented twice, once with soothing vocals and then again instrumentally, so your own voice can lull your precious one to sleep. Instrumentation includes guitars & keyboards. Total Running Time - 63.48
Mediterranean Nights
Track Listing: (57:24) 1. Autumn Leaves, 2. Summertime, 3. Smile, 4. A Time For Us, 5. Moonglow), 6. Skylark, 7. My Romance, 8. Someone To Watch Over Me, 9. I Can’t Get Started, 10. Our Love Is Here To Stay, 11. When You Wish Upon A Star
Morning has Broken
Track Listing: (52:00): 1. The Sound Of Silence (4:16), 2. Close To You (3:58), 3. Sunshine On My Shoulders (4:30), 4. Something (3:43), 5. You’ve Got A Friend (4:54), 6. Angel In The Morning (4:53), 7. If You Could Read My Mind (4:47), 8. Morning Has Broken (3:43) 9. Turn, Turn, Turn (3:41), 10. I Write The Songs (3:56), 11. Annie’s Song (3:41), 12. Let It Be (5:31)
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Relieve the stress naturally with this combination of scientifically developed, relaxing music and natural sounds. Under the guidance of Dr. Lee R. Bartel, this sequel to NATURAL STRESS RELIEF applies the principles of body rhythm entertainment to create a powerful musical response to the stresses of our modern lives. Track Listing: (57:17): 1. Fade To Blue (15:29), 2. Lakeside Calm (13:12), 3. Forest Sanctuary (14:07), 4. Waves Of Peace (14:17)
Night At the Theater
Track Listing: (55:18): 1.
All I Ask of You, from Phantom of the Opera (4:17), 2. Think of Me, from
Phantom of the Opera (3:28), 3. Music of the Night, from Phantom of the
Opera (5:32), 4. Bring Him Home, from Les Miserables (2:57), 5.
Don’t Cry for Me Argentina, from Evita (5:13), 6. Another Suitcase in
Another Hall, from Evita (2:59), 7. I Don’t Know How to Love Him, from
Jesus Christ Superstar (3:31), 8. Love Changes Everything, from Aspects of
Love (3:02), 9. Memory from Cats (3:56), 10. Tell Me on a Sunday, from
Tell Me on a Sunday (3:31),
Piano Songbirds
Track Listing: (57:27)
Pacific Grace: Spirit of the Killer Whale
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Track Listing: (55:12)
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Polynesian Spa
Seaside Retreat
Track Listing: (55:32)
Track Listing: (52:45): 1. Simple Gifts (1:31), 2. The Prayer (4:34), 3. Romance (3:04), 4. The Homecoming (3:25), 5. Nothin's Gonna Change My Love For You (4:28), 6. Flower girl (2:16), 7. You Needed Me (3:57), 8. That's What Friends Are For (3:45), 9. One Moment in Time (5:58), 10. The Glory of Love (4:33), 11. Journey (4:02), 12. Imagine (3:19), 13. The Greatest Love of All (4:49), 14. Simple Gifts (Reprise) (1:44)
Track Listing: 51:20): 1. Baltimore Oriole (8:24),
Track Listing: 54:38)
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Tao, Music for Relaxation
Track Listing: (58:50)
Rolling Thunder
Retreat to a cozy shelter and revel in the drama of a thunderstorm crackling overhead. Solitudes creator Dan Gibson reunites with composer Hennie Bekker to bring you this profoundly engaging album. Track Listing: (55:15): 1. Curious Peace (8:02), 2. Rolling Thunder (5:03), 3. Abstracts In Rain (5:10), 4. Still Waters (5:20), 5. Shades Of Gray (6:58), 6. Mesmerize (6:08), 7. Shoreline Serenade (5:41), 8. Shrouded Wonder (5:10), 9. Dancing Deluge (4:48), 10. Fade Away (2:43)
T'ai Chi Music for Wellness
Composed by Ron Allen and nature sounds by Dan Gibson. Birds you will hear are Warbling Vireo, American Robin, Black-capped Chickadee, Hermit Thrush, Nashville Warbler, Northern Waterthrush, Song Sparrow, White-breasted Nuthatch, Swamp Sparrow, Gray Catbird, Yellow-rumped Warbler. Instruments played are the erhu, bamboo flutes, piano, percussion, penny whistle, Chinese harp and the cello. Program time is 64:19 with 7 tracks.
Tibetan Wonder
Track time 64:20 1. Royal Lama (chattra) (8:43), 2. Lotus (padma) (6:53), 3. Infinite Love (shrivasta) (9:52), 4. Victorious Spirit (dhvaja) (6:54), 5. Circles of Life (dharmachakra) (13:36), 6. Immortal Nectar (Kalasha) (6:33), 7. Spirits of Peache (sankha) (4:31), 8. Blessed Abundance (matsyayugma) (6:48).
Tranquil Cove
The composer is John Herberman and nature sounds are the digital recordings of Dan Gibson. Nature sounds include: Common Yellowthroat, American Toad, Barred Owl, Bullfrog, Chipping Sparrow, Common Flicker, Common Grackle, Great Crested Flycatcher, Gray Treefrog, Herring Gull, Mourning Warbler, Northern Waterthrush, Red-winged Blackbird, Swainson's Thrush, Whip-poor-will, Wood Thrush, Blue Jay, White-throated Sparrow, Ovenbird, Canada Warbler, Red Squirrel, Red-eyed Vireo. Program time is 57:58 with 10 tracks.
What a Wonderful World
Track Listing: (71.22) 1.Daybreak, 2.Theme from a Summer Place, 3.What a Difference a Day Makes, 4.How Deep Is the Ocean?, 5.Old Cape Cod, 6.Over the Rainbow, 7.On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, 8.Shangri-La, 9.Wonderland by Night, 10.Strangers on the Shore, 11.One Day Will Come, 12.What a Wonderful World
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Yoga ~ Music for Mind, Body & Soul
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Zen Relaxation
Seven tracks including: Inner Journey, Serenity in Sand and Stone, Flowing Chi, Symmetry, Peace and Compassion, Breathe, Earth in Balance. Total time 55:57.
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Relax to the Classics
Classical Garden
CD
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Debussy Forever by the Sea
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PACHELBEL IN THE GARDEN
Piano Classics
Composers include J. Brahms, P. Tchaikovsky, G. Fauré, F. Schubert, J.S. Bach, C. Debussy, E. MacDowell, E. Satie, L.V. Beethoven, W.A. Mozart, R. Saint-Denis, A. Adam. Program time is 62:03
Alone, Favorite Piano Selections of Hagood Hardy
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International Selections
FIESTA DEL SOL
My favorite Avalon CD ~ Mary, Island Flower
PASION: Sensual Latin Guitar
Track Listing: (52:47) 1. Beautiful Maria Of My Soul (7:01), 2. Romanza D’Amour (7:11), 3. Siesta Mexicana (6:46), 4. Black Orpheus (5:13), 5. Spanish Eyes (6:59), 6. Guantanamera (6:05), 7. Jamaican Farewell (5:49), 8. Dominican Breeze (7:42)
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Indulge
in total relaxation as the warm, inviting voices of a Fijian choir harmonize with the
soothing sound of ocean surf. Instrumentation includes guitars, fretless electric bass,
midi-programming, wood flutes & voices. Twelve tracks with program time of
64:40.
Discover total bliss with this
blend of ambient grooves, subtle sounds of the ocean and gentle ethereal voices.
Instrumentation includes trumpets, flute, keyboards, guitar, bass, drums and percussion.
Experience a day in
the life of Canada, as original melodies merge with the gentle sounds of native wildlife
to showcase the pristine beauty of a vast natural landscape – from sunrise in the
Maritimes to sunset on the Pacific. Track Listing: (51:16): 1. St. Lawrence Sunrise
(6:36), 2. In A Maritime Cove (4:38), 3. Loons Of The Northern Lakes (5:08), 4. Drifting
(4:50), 5. Great Lakes Bluffs (6:05), 6. Camping By A Gentle Stream (5:18), 7. Rain On the
Trail (3:29), 8. Prairie Marshlands (4:45), 9. Rocky Mountain Valley (3:23), 10.
Sunset On The Pacific (6:32) 
The ideal Country Retreat is discovered in this heart warming union
of guitar, piano, fiddle, bass and the gentle sounds of nature. This is an album of
incredibly soothing music that offers a rural getaway for the mind when it is just not
possible for your body to do so. Listeners can loose themselves in a cheerful symphony of
chattering birds or imagine themselves alongside a lazily flowing brook as warm melodies
performed on guitar, fiddle and piano softly waft by. 
Allow yourself to be swept away by the timeless charm of traditional
Celtic Ayres and ballads. Arranged to provide a poignant blend of music and the natural
sound of glorious glen, the album successfully yields both a joyful and relaxing listening
experience. There are ten beautiful tracks including: The Arran Boat; The Water is
Wide; Anach Caan; The Last Rose of Summer; and much more! Program time 56:45
minutes.
Awaken to
the enchantment of the English country Garden where soothing melodies resonate with the
sounds of the natural world.
A
new spa themed release from Solitudes. EUROPEAN SPA pairs gentle ambient moods with
natural sounds, thus offering listeners an environment that beckons one to take a load off
and relax. The album features a handful of long form pieces composed and arranged by Yuri
Sazanoff, which consist of subtle flute melodies and vocal textures wrapped in flowing
layers of synthesizer atmosphere. In the backdrop, the quiet chirping of birds and
tranquil water sounds help to recreate the ambiance of a garden sanctuary - most likely
one in the Alps region given the album's title. The music has a languid pace and an
overwhelming sense of serenity, making this a great accompaniment for a spa excursion or
anytime you simply wish to indulge yourself. Experience true bliss with this tranquil blend
of ambient music and nature sounds.
The expressive voice of
the cello resonates through the cool autumn air, poignantly portraying the emotional
beauty of a changing landscape. Composed and arranged by Daniel May, featuring
Darius Gottlieb on cello and nature sounds by Dan Gibson.
Follow a trail through into the unspoiled beauty of the forest
where, amidst nature’s most delightful sounds, the guitar's expressive voice comes
alive. Program time is 57:07 with 10 tracks. Music composed and arranged by Daniel
May. Nature sounds digitally recorded by Dan Gibson.
Listen and escape into the majestic peace of the forest with the
enchanting sounds of nature and these alluring piano melodies.
Relive the languid days and romantic nights that
typify life in the south of France. The sounds of a magnificent seaside garden in Provence
set the stage for classical music inspired by the great French impressionists. An
assortment of blackbirds, nightingales, wrens and orioles, recorded with stunning clarity
by Dan Gibson, welcome the listener to a sublime sojourn of peace and rest. The music is
light and impressionistic, often showing influences of works from composers like Debussy
and Satie. "Sunrise in Provence," for example, calls to mind a lazy afternoon in
a sun-drenched botanical garden on the outskirts of Marsailles and, at times, is
reminiscent of Debussy's "Reverie." Music composed and arranged by John
Herberman. Nature sounds digitally recorded by John Paterson & Dan Gibson.
Program time is 56:12 with nine tracks.
Guitars harmonizing beautifully with nature in these 70's era
popular tunes. Playing time 64:56.
Dream away to the sounds of paradise and the soft
stylings of traditional Hawaiian guitars. Under gently swaying palms, find
your favorite Island Retreat. Island Retreat whisks you off to a serene island paradise
deep in the Pacific where waves tumble onto white sandy beaches, palms sway in lazy trade
breezes and birds leap from tree branch to tree branch, filling the air with sweet song.
Aside from these environmental sounds (recorded by Dan Gibson), Hawaiian slide guitars,
piano, keyboards and bamboo flutes blend into glorious tropical melodies themed after
classic island music. 
Discover the tranquility of a Lakeside Retreat
with this laid-back combination of music and nature sounds. Music composed and
arranged by Oliver Schroer. This CD features gentle, pastoral melodies performed on
guitar, flute, piano and harp. Mixed in are the organic sounds of nature - lapping waves
on a distant shore, crickets chirping in the still of the night, loons warbling as they
glide through the water. Songs include "Lakeside Retreat," a song reminiscent of
an Aaron Copland piece, and the gentle "Glowing Embers." Nature sounds digitally
recorded by Dan Gibson. Program time 54:52 with 8 tracks. 
Across the still water, the loon's haunting cry echoes through the
mist. Retreat to the Land of the Loon and savor the calming sounds of a secluded lake and
the evocative music of piano, guitar, flute and strings. Program time is 50:40 with 13
tracks. Music is composed and performed by John Herberman. Lots of northern wildlife
featured including the loon of course! A classic recording.
Lullabies: From Nature's Nursery 
Recall fond
Memories of Summertime with this collage of
The
delightful awakening of a new day is celebrated with solo piano renditions of popular
melodies blended with the sounds of nature’s early risers.
Natural
Stress Relief II 
Join us for a Night at the Theatre, as the
stars of London’s acclaimed West End present favorites from some of the most
memorable musical productions ever to have graced the stage. 
The sweet harmony of songbirds and piano recreates the simple
pleasure of a relaxing walk in the woods.
Powerful yet graceful, the killer whale is the master of these and one of
its most beloved creature. Escape to the Pacific Northwest and commune with this
magnificent species through a union of music and nature sounds. The essence of the
whale is manifested through this album's seven exciting tracks. Program time is
50:56. 
Take
time to PAUSE and enjoy life’s simple pleasures with these refreshing, original
melodies. From Avalon.
The calming sounds of a sheltered cove, echoed
by soothing piano compositions, charm and relax with all the power of the sea. Dan
Gibson's crisp, digital recordings perfectly capture the poetry of a secluded cove and its
abundant life. Let the sounds evoke memories of childhood holidays and solitary
walks and the taste of salt air and ocean mists. As if in a continuous eddy, the
sounds spiral together with Gordon Sheard's melodic piano compositions to captivate, relax
and calm with all the power of the sea. Wildlife species featured, Gulls, Cardinal,
Finch, Crow, Mockingbird, Woodpecker, Sparrow, Flicker, Wren, Titmouse. Nine tracks
with a program time of 58:46
Travel from the heights of the breathtaking Rocky Mountains to the
dramatic coast of the Pacific Ocean. Along the way, a soothing musical theme escorts
you to a variety of wilderness retreats and creates an engaging, tranquil journey.
This continuous play album offers music and nature sounds interwoven together. As
well, there are sections that present the natural sounds unaccompanied. Program time
51:42
Take refuge at a Seaside Retreat and savor the tranquil harmony of
nature sounds and soothing original compositions.
Pianist Chemayne Micallef delivers elegant performances of compositions
that inspire, comfort, and remind us that the most valuable sentiments are often found in
the simplest of gifts. From Avalon.
Relax
with this collection of eight beautiful original melodies, each inspired by a different
songbird.
Revel in the joyful arrival of spring! Music and the natural sounds of the
season are united to provide the ultimate therapeutic listening experience. The
album offers eight separate tracks, each one designed to emphasis the beauty of
spring. Program time is 54:13 minutes.
Turn your face
toward the sun and prepare to greet the day. Through this meditative recording, inspired
by traditional Chinese music, the mind, body and spirit become one, a serene trilogy
achieved through reflective focus and inner calm. Music composed, arranged and produced by
Boko Susuki.
Inspired by the Taoist principles of simplicity and balance, these
soothing soundscapes invite reflections, meditation and relaxation. From Ron Allen
& One Sky. Avalon
Embark
on a path to total wellness with rejuvenating music, inspired by the ancient principles
of T'ai Chi, and the tranquil sounds of the natural world.
Discover the magical beauty of Tibet as the natural sounds of the
Himalayas blend with indigenous instruments and the timeless chants of Tibetan Monks.
Contains flutes, singing bowls, erhu, didgeridoo, Tibetan horns, guitars, Harp and tablas.
Experience
a peaceful escape as gently uplifting music and the natural sounds of a tranquil cove
portray a quiet solitude. Instrumentation includes oboe, English horn, flutes, cello,
violin, guitars, piano & keyboards.
The
soft melodies of a flute and the whispers of nature dance in a perfect marriage of
woodwind and woodland, recalling the very balance of life itself. These nine
wonderful tracks provide a peaceful and harmonious environment. Program time is
53.58
Gently awaken to the sounds of the enchanted woodland as a string
ensemble play a masterful homage to the eternal peace of nature. These eight
peaceful tracks provide a relaxing environment. Program time is 57:02 minutes.
Find
peace and relaxation with music designed to enhance the practice of YOGA and bring harmony
to the mind, body and soul. Composed and arranged by Ron Allen.
Inspired by the simple beauty of the Zen Garden, Masakazu
Yoshizawa's original compositions create the perfect mood for a peaceful meditation and
enlightenment. Zen Garden is an engaging array of original music blending the
contemporary and traditional styles. A seamless blend of old and new, and of eastern
and western styles. As masters of their ancient classical instruments, the musicians
create a place where the mind can go to relax. Features twelve tracks with a program
time of 59:55 An Avalon selection with no nature sounds.
Experience
the serenity of a Zen garden as music and songbirds unite in gentle harmony.
Instrumentation includes piano, keyboards, viola, cello, flutes, erhu,
shakuhachi, guozheng & percussion. 
Nature
has always been a source of inspiration for the great composers. By blending the
world's most enduring classical works with the voices of our natural world, Solitudes has
successfully merged man's and nature's most beautiful music. This harmony is captured on
ten lovely tracks including: Grieg's 'Morning from the Pier Gynt Suite, Opus 46; Chopin's
'Nocuturne in E Flat, Opus 9, No. 2; Debussy's Clair De Lune; Beethoven's Moonlight
Sonata, Opus 27, No. 2: Bach's 'Air in C'; and more. Program time is 62.37.
Immerse
yourself in a tranquil garden where classical masterpieces blend with the soft sounds of
nature.
Succumb to the delights of a seaside
garden where the world's most romantic classical music entwines with the purest sounds of
nature. Features selections such as: Romeo & Juliet by Tchaikovsky, Menuett by
Boccherini, Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven. Eleven tracks for a total program time of
56:18
Celebrated French composer
Claude Debussy’s most cherished pieces magically complement the timeless sound of the
sea.
Pachelbel's
Canon remains one of the most peaceful and mesmerizing classical compositions of all time.
By blending the sounds of the sea with seven arrangements of this celebrated piece,
Solitudes has created a listening experience that is both majestic and serene. Johann
Pachelbel originally composed his famous Canon as a charming, seven minute piece for a
chamber ensemble. Musically, it is a three part canon constructed over an ostinato bass
with a two bar harmonic sequence repeated throughout. Program time is 52:08.
Wildlife species featured are: gulls, Goldfinch, Oriole, Thrushes and Gulls.
Johann Pachelbel’s sublime Canon is merged seamlessly with the
warm sounds of nature, treating listeners to an afternoon amidst the splendor of the
garden. Track Listing: (55:57)
This enchanting union of classical melodies and
nature’s sweet songs nurtures a state of deep relaxation.
For
the first time in his illustrious career, award winning composer/pianist Hagood Hardy has
recorded his favorite original compositions. The results are extraordinary. His refined
performance skills and feeling for the music create a masterful and moving piano
experience. Program time is 63:02 with 16 selections including The Homecoming, No Good on
My Own, Love Me and much more. 
When dusk fades to starlight, timeless piano standards and the natural
sounds of the night set a sentimental mood. Become enchanted by the piano as it
paints a picture of stardust and moonbeams. Thirteen beautifully crafted tracks that
will entertain for a total of 55:13. Some of the tracks are: Moon River; In a
Sentimental Mood: I'll be Seeing You; Unforgettable: and much more.
Celebrate life with the vibrant music of the Spanish guitar –
from joyful, energetic salsa to passionate Flamenco.
Luciani explores the sensual side of passion with smooth guitar
stylings and radiant Latin rhythms.