Originally released in 1997 on the North Star Music label, In the Arms of the Wind is now part of Robin’s own playMountain Music catalog.
The songs:
1. Dancing In the Quiet Rain
2. Just Float Away
3. Pages, Princesses and Daughters
4. That’s How the Story Goes (sheet music pdf available)
5. Butterfly
6. In the Arms of the Wind
7. Take the Time (Learning to Knit)
8. The Softball Game/A Swim in the Quarry
9. Dawn at Walden Place
10. Dromberg Circle Dance
11. A Kitten’s First Snow
12. Dream On
All pieces composed, arranged and performed by Robin Spielberg
“Pages, Princesses and Daughters” composed by Robin Spielberg and Chris Theriault
Produced by Robin Spielberg and Gerry Putnam
Reviews
Truly inspiring work that stands out in “front of the new age pack”. Be sure and give this one a listen – it’s MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! North Star has a sure-fire winner here.” – Improvijazzation Nation
Piano soloist Spielberg has made the best record of an already illustrious career… her expert, yet delicate touch coaxes heart-opening melodies from a remarkably resonant instrument in crystal clarity. Being partnered on a few songs by guitarist Chris Theriault, fiddler Johnny Cunningham, and others on cello, flute, recorder and percussion does not diminish the haunting fragility of these remarkable compositions. Rather, tasteful accents only enhance their ethereal loveliness with a soothing, comforting, human touch that entices one even deeper into reverie.” -PJ Birosik, New Age Retailer
This collection of original piano and piano/ensemble compositions earns high marks all around.Spielberg`s highly developed sense of melody is enhanced by a technical facility for the piano which lends an almost vocal air to these pieces….thoughtfully arranged and sensitively executed…Spielberg`s ability to conjure up visual images through purely instrumental works ranks among the best I have heard anywhere. –The Music Paper
Another winning effort from Spielberg showing off a progressing style that’s inspired while remaining distinctively delicate. –New Jersey Herald & News
Elegant music that captures the essence of living and loving life, In the Arms of the Wind lends itself equally well to relaxation and romance, and is highly recommended to all lovers of beautiful piano music. – Omega New Age Directory/Phoenix, AZ
In the Arms of the Wind will keep you charged emotionally….her sixth album is so soothing that you will immediately enjoy this after a long day at work… ” GRADE=A – Music Scene
This stuff is absolute ambrosia…Her piano solo and piano/ensemble compositions are exquisite; check out the title track, “Butterfly”, “Dawn at Walden Place” and “Kittens First Snow”…Spielberg displays admirable maturity as she tickles those lovely ivory keys. –Spotlight /Detroit, MI
Sophisticated, thoughtful arrangements. For nice relaxing piano instrumentals, you won’t do much better than this. Twelve dreamy tunes. Sooooooooo niiiiiiice… “(Rating: *****) – Baby Sue Music Review
This is the sixth album from composer/pianist Robin Spielberg, and is every bit as good or better than her critically acclaimed best-seller, “Songs of the Spirit”…exceptional … the instrumentation is excellent…I highly recommend this album… ” – Kathy Parsons, Wind & Wire Magazine