Robert Jennings
Behold This Dreamer Cometh
© 2000 Robert Jennings
CD IN STOCK. ORDER NOW. Will ship immediately.
Robert has taken imagery from the Bible and transformed it into beautiful instrumental compositions for solo guitar. From exuberance to introspection these compositions transcend stylistic boundaries to touch the listener in a profound, healing way.
tracks
- 1 Through the Darkness
- 2 Through a Glass Darkly
- 3 An Array of Light
- 4 Behold, This Dreamer Cometh
- 5 Can't Say
- 6 To You Alone
- 7 Firmament Like Crystal
- 8 Transcendence
- 9 Windows In Heaven
- 10 View From Here
- 11 Journey Into Spain
- 12 Bring Me A Minstral
- 13 Instigator in Blue
try this
albums you will love
genres you will love
By Location
Recommended if you like ...
links
notes
Robert began playing classical guitar at age 10 and owes much to his early studies with Barry Lusted and later with Glenn Caluda, Joseph Breznikar (of Southern Illinois University) and John Sutherland (of University of Georgia). These studies culminated with being one of three performers selected to play in a special master class for Christopher Parkening. In 1998, Robert went on to study with Parkening at a weeklong master class at the University of Montana, Bozeman. Robert was also very fortunate to have a mentor in the late Charlie Byrd.
Some of Robert's earliest performances were given in his early teens at his home church, 1st Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge, LA. Robert continued performing both solo and with various bands through high school. Robert later attended Berklee College of Music where he studied jazz and composing, but left before graduating to pursue a career in construction management. Robert did complete his college studies with a Bachelors of Science in Business with a minor in Music from University of Wisconsin-River Falls and later a Masters of Science in Construction Management from University of Wisconsin-Stout. During his career in construction management, Robert found time to play regularly at church and also for weddings and other engagements. Robert eventually released a CD entitled "Paths of the Heart," a collaborative project with Rock Island based pianist Coleman Harris.
It was after the release of this first self produced CD that Robert began to seriously consider a calling to devote more of his life to music and music ministry and he has been playing professionally since 1998. In the summer of 2000 Robert was part of a Group Study Exchange Team that was sent to Israel by Rotary International. This life changing experience in the Holy Land brought the Bible to Life and helped solidify the direction that Robert was to take as a composer. Robert also gave several performances while in Israel including a performance to members of the Israeli military organized by head of the USO in Israel. Robert was also recognized in Israel as an "Ambassador of Good Will." In November of 2000, Robert released his second CD of solo guitar works entitled "Behold, This Dreamer Cometh," which features 13 original compositions inspired by the poetry and imagery of the Holy Bible. Many of the pieces were inspired during the trip to Israel. Robert was a winner at the 2001 Gospel Music Associations Instrumental Solo Completion
Today, Robert maintains a busy schedule of performances at church events, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, schools and libraries. His most recent concerts include performances at the 2001 Hinsdale Baptist Church Concert Series, the Fox Valley Folk Festival and the Downers Grove Heritage Festival.
Robert and his wife Mary are active members of First Congregational Church of Downers Grove. Robert is active in music ministries, is on the adult education committee and is a commissioned Stephen Minister.
reviews
Please log in to review this album.
:)
author: Some GuyGood CD.
I like it more each time I play it!
author: Geoff WoodcockI love this cd - Robert's playing inspired me to learn the guitar myself. It's very intricate - you'd swear there were two guitars at times. There are so many layers to it that I never get tired of listening to it! I highly recommend this cd!
Robert is without question one of the top ten guitarists I've heard in my life,
author: sue westIt is rare to hear instrumental compositions that remain in the heart, and become those songs you can't get out of your head. These songs enter both realms and remain. Their presence within the human spirit is comforting, joyous, and healing. And no-one plays a faster guitar riff than Robert Jennings. He is a master of the genre and the instrument. Also anyone looking for some interpretation of Biblical verses that is nonjudgemental, inspiring, and uplifting, would do well to read the liner notes that explain the Biblical connections and underpinnings of the songs. Great peace is to be found there, and where no words can say, the songs inform. Good job, Robert. Keep up the good work.