The fourth release from Davol, Open Book, is a collection of honest and imaginative works that fans and new listeners will welcome. Using a colorful palette of sounds, his keyboard compositions make strong and distinctive ... more »musical statements. From rhythmic landscapes to cinematic vistas, each piece takes the listener on a soulful journey. Since 1989 Davol has been one of New Age music's leading voices, and after many quiet years, Davol has returned to satisfy listeners with his Open Book.« less
The fourth release from Davol, Open Book, is a collection of honest and imaginative works that fans and new listeners will welcome. Using a colorful palette of sounds, his keyboard compositions make strong and distinctive musical statements. From rhythmic landscapes to cinematic vistas, each piece takes the listener on a soulful journey. Since 1989 Davol has been one of New Age music's leading voices, and after many quiet years, Davol has returned to satisfy listeners with his Open Book.
Diane W. from FAIRVIEW, OR Reviewed on 5/12/2007...
Smoooooth and easy
CD Reviews
A Stunning Instrumental!
Gennaro L. Senatore | New York, USA | 12/27/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Sure it's been a long 6 years since Davol's last release, "Nature of the Beast", but a long wait certainly worth it! Without a doubt, "Open Book" stands out as probably the best contemporary instrumental release of all time. Every piece is superlative in both performance and sonics. The cd is at times uplifting,free-spirited and also pleasently moody. Such a treat to my ears that I listen to the cd almost everyday in my car. Very highly recommended for its musical beauty! Buy it at any cost."
Simply Brilliant
Peter | Atlanta, GA United States | 02/03/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"While driving around Park City on vacation , I heard a wonderful instrumental on the radio. Not often do I make attempts to track down a particular artist but did so by calling the radio station. After buying the Open Book CD, I was amazed to find a
brilliant instrumental CD and am an instant and devoted fan of Davol. Having read the other reviews, I find I am in similar company and can't find the superlatives to describe how I feel every time I listed to this wonderful CD. Thank you Davol for sharing your awesome talent."
Simply a pleasure
Mark | Phoenix, Arizona | 08/27/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I bought this wonderful c.d. while living in the San Francisco Bay Area, and listened to it a lot while commuting to and from work. It's a great c.d., with a more refined sound than his previous releases. It is consistently good all the way through and is generally more upbeat with a mystical rhythmic style all his own. It's inspiring music that doesn't sound contrived. I know that every Davol fan hopes it isn't another six years before he releases another c.d."
Still Outstanding
Mark | 11/07/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"For lovers of instrumental music, here's a gem. Davol has proved that he still maintains the edge in his music. He's written and produced another incredible journey with his magical signature. It's a shame that artists such as Davol haven't received the press they deserve. This is also true with the other talented instrumental artists like Patrick O'Hearn and Don Harriss. Davol is a survivor and has delivered a beautiful piece of work in an age of pop fluff."
DAVOL IS REFRESHING.....AS ALWAYS!!
Mark | 10/26/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have been waiting for several years for Davol to cut a new CD. It was worth the wait (though I hope he doesn't take this long for his next CD)!! Open Book has a new sound on many tracks, while retaining Davol's unique style throughout most of the CD. If you are one of his fans, I guarantee you will not be disappointed. If you are new to Davol, you will soon become a fan.Tracks 1,3,5,6,& 9 were my favorites."