SKU: GI.G-CD-435
Composed by Denise La
Giglia. Sacred. CD. GIA
Publications #435.
Published by GIA
Publications
(GI.G-CD-435).
The harp and
the flute are among the
oldest instruments in the
world. These two
instruments have been
depicted in paintings and
sculptures from as early
as the beginnings of the
Cycladic civilization
(2800-2300 BC) in what is
now Turkey and Greece.
Paired together, the harp
and flute can produce an
ethereal sound that
calms, uplifts, soothes,
and delights the
listener. Their
musicality has been
captured by the great
composers of the baroque
and classical periods all
the way to moderns like
Shostakovitch and
Corigliano. Mystic Vista
is a collection of songs
Robert Hutmacher has
written over the past
eight years for musicals,
plays, and recitals,
together with five short
pieces from the French
repertoire. He and Denise
LaGiglia have performed
together for years, and
this recording brings
their musicianship to a
larger audience. The
title, cover photo, and
much of the music flows
from Bob's life,
research, and prayer in
his second home-Assisi,
Italy. In addition to
that unique Umbrian
flavor heard in his
previous recordings,
there are the usual
Hutmacher surprises.
Mystic Vista conveys a
wide variety of holy,
emotional, and artistic
moments, sure to
captivate the listener.
Duets, solos, and even
improvisations display
talent and
professionalism, the
diversity of style will
assure one is connected
with the aural beauty of
these timeless
instruments.