LARRY KEITH: Travelin' Angel

Larry Keith

Travelin' Angel

© 2006 Larry Keith (634479514333) (format: CD-R)

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From the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina comes the acoustic guitar music of Larry Keith in a performance of inspirational songs. Larry has given these traditional hymns new life by combining familiar, sacred strains with unique and colorful chords.

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From a small town in the Blue Ridge mountains of western North Carolina, we hear the talents of guitarist Larry Keith in a solo performance of inspirational songs. " I've idolized Doc Watson all of my life" he will tell you. "I heard Doc say once to keep the melody simple with the guitar so people could tell what you're playing." Larry has given these traditional hymns a " new life " by combining the simplicity of familiar, sacred strains with a unique combination of colorful chords.

" One of the most moving arrangements of In the Garden I've ever heard. . . haunting !" is what public radio announcers at WNCW radio call it. Other broadcast professionals around the Tarheel State say that '. . .it's simply beautiful; not as orchestrated as Tony Rice's "Crossing" but every bit as nice ."

There are three original songs on this project that Larry says were gifts from above. The title-cut, Travelin Angel is an up-tempo song that has a gentle but moving beat that makes you want to pat your feet and snap your fingers . . .traveling music if you will. "Movement of Faith" has an easy feel to it; a tender melody line that listeners will love and remember long after the CD has ended. His last entry is also his producer Terry Wetton's favorite of all. Prayer from the Cove is another instance of where less is more. Only one guitar with no other accompaniment it swells with meaning and conviction. Titled after Larry's favorite retreat, Cade's Cove in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, Prayer from the Cove replicates a spiritual quietness, perhaps even a stillness that invites us into a time of meditation and thanksgiving.

Larry recently performed "Come Thou Fount"and"Just As I Am" as a special dedication that is available for viewers to see on YouTube.com.After hearing Travelin Angel,he was descibed in a recent major music publication as "..like being on the front porch with friends,the conversation slows and everyone is silently listening to him play the guitar and watching the night settle in the Blue Ridge Mountains.Larry hardly depends on flash.His playing is straightforward,easy to follow with distintive rhythms and most interesting,he can make simple arrangements fresh."

Performed with a respect and reverence that can only be found in rural Appalachia, Travelin' Angel is a genuine gift of hope and inspiration from a North Carolina guitar man that is being recognized with an entry into three catagories of nomination for the 2007 Grammy Awards.

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  • Sweet Sounds
    author: Selena

    Play and Pray. Music that soothes the soul.

  • A gift developed over a lifetime
    author: O. B. Patton

    His renditions of Gospel music warm my heathen heart. As a musician, I'm impressed with his impeccable technique and restrained arrangements. This is not inspirational music, it's INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC. Make sure this CD gets into your library and check out his other recordings too.

  • A gift developed over a lifetime
    author: O. B. Patton

    His renditions of Gospel music warm my heathen heart. As a musician, I'm impressed with his impeccable technique and restrained arrangements. This is not inspiration music, it's INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC. Make sure this CD gets into your library and check out his other recordings too.

  • A gift developed over a lifetime
    author: O. B. Patton

    His renditions of Gospel music warm my heathen heart. As a musician, I'm impressed with his impeccable technique and restrained arrangements. This is not inspiration music, it's INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC. Make sure this CD gets into your library and check out his other recordings too.

  • A must have in your music collection.
    author: NOwens

    These are wonderful arrangements of the hymns you grew up singing in church. One of my favorites is Larry's arrangement of "In the Garden." I find myself playing this CD and humming along - you simply must have this in your music collection.

  • I like it.
    author: Al Abercrombie

    Good subject material and pleasing to listen to.

  • BEAUTIFULL SOUNDS EMINATE FROM THIS CD
    author: Wayne R. Kyzer

    I bought this tape because Larry was playing an acoustic guitar. As I rode home listening in my car I was really impressed especially the hymns. Well worth the $15.95 I spent. I will listen to this tape very often.. My wife really loved the music.

  • author: Paul Eaton

    Inspirational, beautiful, tasteful, well done recording of gospel favorites. Awesome arrangements, superlative guitar work. A MUST HAVE CD!

  • Highly recommended gospel guitar music form ex Dolly Parton band member Larry Ke
    author: Woodhead

    This is some of the best gospel guitar instrumental music ever recorded. Larry Keith is an ex Dolly Parton side man and current lead guitarist/singer for The Lonesome Road Band.

  • Highly recommended gospel guitar music form ex Dolly Parton band member Larry Ke
    author: Woodhead

    This is some of the best gospel guitar instrumental music ever recorded. Larry Keith is an ex Dolly Parton side man and current lead guitarist/singer for The Lonesome Road Band.

  • You can listen to this CD over and over and never get tired of it!
    author: Joy Staton

    This is an awesome CD - you can listen to it over and over and never get tired of it! Travelin Angel is one of my favorites. I love the way the traditional songs are played with so much meaning. For true inspiration for the heart and soul, this CD is at the top of the list.

  • Excellent record of gospel favorites from the Blue Ridge Mtns.
    author: Dwayne Durham

    This is without question one of the best gospel instrumentals records I have ever heard. The music brings a message of hope and comfort. The original songs along with the old favorites are played with meaning and sincerity. You will not be disappointed.

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