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Adiemus III: Dances of Time

Adiemus · 1998

64 min · 13 tracks · new age music

A vibrant tapestry of world rhythms and ethereal vocals weaving together a celebration of dance across cultures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Un Bolero Azul — This track showcases a rich orchestral arrangement paired with captivating vocals, embodying the essence of cultural fusion that defines the album.
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    Rain Dance — With its rhythmic complexity and evocative melodies, this piece captures the celebratory spirit of dance while illustrating Jenkins's ability to create atmospheric soundscapes.
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    Hymn to the Dance — Closing the album, this track offers a reflective yet uplifting tone, encapsulating the thematic journey through various dance traditions represented throughout the record.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
  • vibrant rhythms for communal dancing
  • immersive experience for reflective moments
  • joyful energy for uplifting gatherings
  • exploratory journey through diverse cultures

Maybe skip if you

  • seek instant gratification tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 12, 1998, 'Adiemus III: Dances of Time' is the third album in the Adiemus project led by composer Karl Jenkins. Following the success of 'Adiemus: Songs of Sanctuary' (1994) and 'Adiemus II: Cantata Mundi' (1996), this album continued to push the boundaries of new age music by integrating global musical styles and choral elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Deep Forest· Oregon· Mike Oldfield

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Corrente (Courante) 5:06
  • 2 Un Bolero Azul (Blue Bolero) 8:37
  • 3 La La La Koora (Ländler) 3:22
  • 4 Dawn Dancing 3:15
  • 5 Kaya Kakooya (Rumba) 4:36
  • 6 Intrada & Pavan 7:28
  • 7 Minuet 1:25
  • 8 Rain Dance 4:32
  • 9 African Tango 8:09
  • 10 Zarabanda (Saraband) 4:39
  • 11 Ein Wiener Walzer (A Viennese Waltz) 5:02
  • 12 Hymn to the Dance 3:53
  • 13 Dos a Dos (Square Dance) 4:13

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