Product Description Nicholas Gunn spent 31 nights deep in the jungle and on the beautiful shores of Mexico s Yucatan Peninsula. He watched ancient Mayan ruins shimmer against aqua blue waters, witnessed a reverence for a simpler way of life, and emerged with a newfound passion for music. Thirty-One Nights expresses the story of his journey. More than two million units sold worldwide! Fifty-five consecutive weeks on Billboard s New Age Music Charts. The Association For Independent Music (AFIM) nominated Gunn for 2002 Best Album for Through the Great Smoky Mountains: A Musical Journey. New Age Reporter (NAR) Lifestyle Music Award Best Album nomination for Beyond Grand Canyon. Review Give the man a guitar and a flute and you have a symphony. Add a piano and sacred drums and you have Nicholas Gunn at his best. --Last.fmNew Instrumental Music Review: Thirty-One Nights by Nicholas Gunn, with vocalist Dana Kemmerle and guitarist Chris Fossek.Instrumental new age recording artist Nicholas Gunn has always been intensely passionate about his flute music, and his new instrumental album, Thirty-One Nights is no exception to the rule.For the acclaimed flutist Nicholas Gunn, who made Billboard s Top 10 Charts, with 55 consecutive weeks overall on Billboard s New Age Charts, and over two million in album sales, Nicholas Gunn is clearly a master at producing instrumental music that touches one in a profound way.Thirty-One Nights, which is his 14th album after an interval of 5 years, is a significant new release by its uncompromising instrumental qualities.Thirty-One Nights is like a case study of the depth and beauty in which he, Dana Kemmerle and Chris Fossek communicate the splendor of the natural world and beauty of its environment. Nicholas Gunn traveled to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico and spent 31 days in the Caribbean shoreline to find inspiration for this project. As if researching a part for a movie role, his true life experience of one month devoted to nature in its purist form is recreated and brought to life on Thirty-One Nights.The real time connection of a scenic, tropical atmosphere gives reflective depth and balance to the 13 songs of serenity that waltz hand in hand with songs rich in auditory intensity. Beautiful acoustic instrumentals and vocals paired with flute are key elements that have made this recollection one of true excitement.Two professional artists in accompaniment are vocalist Dana Kemmerle singing soft poetic verses on a number of songs and Chris Fossek, himself a wonderful guitarist well versed in Flamenco guitar tradition.For the classically trained flutist Nicholas Gunn, re-living the sight and sound experience has without exception, proven to be a wonderful true life excursion worth sharing. Included in the audio CD is an embedded journal about the creation of the album, and a 10 page cover booklet with bi-lingual lyrics. --New Age Music World, John P. Olsen
J**N
Well! Long time fan of his inventive music.
Some people have characterized this CD as if it were soft, easy listening.I find it much too involving to settle for that. I have always loved the wayNicholas can weave in his flute into his complex compositions. He seems tograsp that too much flute can be annoying. Instead, he is subtle, andhis "touch" is immaculate. Love the guitar and sublime vocals on thiscollection as well. Lamented BTribe 5 being the only recording of its kind,and this CD more than fills that gap and satisfies. If you love Btribe 5,you will love this album. If you love this album, grab BTribe 5 while you are here.Hope to hear more From Nicholas soon.
K**H
Magical & Beautiful
OMG ~ I am *so* in love with this CD. I purchased Thirty-One Nights a week ago and it's the only CD I'm listening to in my car and at home.I have been a fan of Nicholas Gunn's music for years, but I feel this is his best CD ever. The melodies, guitar work and vocals are beautiful, enchanting and romantic.If you are looking for a CD that will put you in a relaxed mood or lovely background music, you will not be disappointed.Love, Love, *LOVE* this amazing and dreamy CD. I'll be giving Thirty-One Nights as birthday and holiday gifts throughout the year.
N**T
Gunn is aways great!
I love Nicholas Gunn. His music is always playing when I go to bed at night. I enjoyed Thirty-One Nights enough that I cut a CD to carry in my car, so when the morning traffic jams get bad, I can switch from Talk Radio and all the insanity to relaxing music and chill out.
M**S
I love to listen to soothing music to help me sleep
I love to listen to soothing music to help me sleep. This CD is a lovely addition to my music library for a restful night.
R**Z
So beautiful.
I listen to this CD every day. I travel to this music. So beautiful.
C**N
Thirty-One Nights By Nicholas Gunn
Whenever I see something new by Nicholas Gunn I buy it, I love all his music it has a way of touching my soul and I never heard anything by him that disappointed me. I know I will enjoy this one for a long time
T**R
It grows on you
I liked his "The Sacred Fire" and "Music of the Grand Canyon", which I thought were well arranged. My initial impression of Thirty-One Nights was a so-so. After some more playtime, I found some gems. It grows on you and I am starting to look forward to playing it again. Hence 4-stars.
L**R
Typical Gunn
I love Gunn's music, I have all his CD's and this fits right in with his style, world music with Native American influences. It's a great addition to my collection.
S**V
Matured music of the master
It's not just the joy of running with the Nature around. It's deep in heart and mind that you muse over yourself within the ancient civilization cradle, having absolute recognizing of which son you are and all the rest as well.
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