Behind the Gardens
Andreas Vollenweider · 1981
44 min · 14 tracks · world music
Ethereal soundscapes weave together delicate harp melodies with world music influences, creating a meditative auditory experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Behind the Gardens - Behind the Wall - Under the Tree — This opening track encapsulates Vollenweider's signature style, using layered harp melodies that create a lush sonic landscape, inviting listeners into a world of introspection.
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Pyramid - In the Wood - In the Bright Light — The track showcases an intricate interplay of rhythms and textures, reflecting Vollenweider's ability to merge nature-inspired themes with complex musical structures.
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Moonlight, Wrapped Around Us — At just over a minute long, this piece serves as an atmospheric interlude that effectively captures the essence of tranquility and sets the mood for the rest of the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ethereal melodies for relaxation
- dynamic journey with interludes
- wave-like pacing encourages reflection
- serene soundscapes for contemplation
Maybe skip if you
- seeks high-energy, fast pace
- prefers straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Behind the Gardens' was released in 1981, Andreas Vollenweider was still emerging as a prominent figure in the new age genre. This album followed his debut, 'Eine Art Suite in XIII Teilen' (1979), and marked his continued exploration of blending classical instrumentation with contemporary sounds, solidifying his unique style in the evolving music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Enya· Yanni· Lisa Gerrard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Behind the Gardens - Behind the Wall - Under the Tree 7:19
- 2 Pyramid - In the Wood - In the Bright Light 7:52
- 3 Micro - Macro 2:49
- 4 Skin and Skin 3:22
- 5 Moonlight, Wrapped Around Us 1:05
- 6 Lion and Sheep 2:52
- 7 Sunday 2:16
- 8 Afternoon 0:46
- 9 Hands and Clouds 2:23
- 10 Vergeletto (Live 1982) 3:59
- 11 XIII (from "Eine Art Suite in XIII Teilen", 1979) 2:08
- 12 The Letter (from "Eine Art Suite in XIII Teilen", 1979) 1:41
- 13 Little Boy and The Mirror (From "Suite", 1979) 3:09
- 14 Hey You! Yes, You... (From The Album VOX, 2005) 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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