Lisa Pressman - Angel Dreaming (2000)

With her new CD, "Angel Dreaming," Lisa Pressman has redefined New Age piano and voice. Drawing on her extensive study of classical and jazz, she has created a unique style all her own. The Latin rhythms and classic orchestrations blend seamlessly with her ethereal melodies and inspirational lyrics. Her sensitive touch on the piano and her intimate vocals combine to create an other-worldly experience. From the opening notes of Angel Dreaming, Lisa creates the peaceful atmosphere that was sustained throughout the recording. The first song "To Be Free" is a contemplative search for oneself, over gentle Brazilian rhythms. Then, "The Magic Of Your Love," a New Age love song written with co-producer Tim Ponzek, highlights the depth of Lisas piano improvisations. Lisa continues her explorations of the relationship between woman, man and spirit with the sensual ballad "Keep This Night." Following is the title track, the beautiful instrumental "Angel Dreaming." Returning to the rhythms of Brazil, "Earthen Dance" is a cry for spiritual love. Lisas approach to Tims bolero, "Wrapped In The Love," brings to life the vulnerability of new love. Inspired by the loss of close friends to AIDS, Lisa wrote "Hes Had Better Days" to commemorate their spirit. The second instrumental, "So Long Ago," again combines Lisas lyrical sense of melody with her subtle romantic piano. "Promises" was originally written for her sister Ilene, for her marriage and celebrates the commitment between lovers. Lisa continues on the spiritual path with the light and airy "Waltz Of Serenity," then portrays the sorrow of a love lost with the pensive "Descending." Lisa completes the CD with "A Fighting Chance," an anthem to peace.