Crossings
Tony Rice · 1994
35 min · 12 tracks · country music
An intimate collection of traditional hymns, woven together with intricate guitar work and heartfelt vocal interpretations.
Top tracks — play these first
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Amazing Grace — This rendition stands out with its serene arrangement and emotional depth, highlighting Rice's virtuosity while maintaining the hymn's timeless message.
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Swing Low, Sweet Chariot — Rice's interpretation blends traditional elements with his unique fingerstyle technique, infusing the classic hymn with a fresh vitality that captures its spiritual essence.
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I Have Decided to Follow Jesus — This track showcases a poignant vocal delivery paired with intricate guitar work, illustrating the commitment theme while inviting listeners into a reflective space.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong guitar work and heartfelt interpretations of hymns, maintaining a cohesive and reflective atmosphere.
What we noticed
- Each track features intricate fingerstyle guitar work that complements the vocal melodies, creating a rich harmonic texture.
- The album maintains a consistent tempo throughout, with most tracks staying within a moderate pace, allowing for reflective listening.
- Several tracks incorporate subtle variations in dynamics, enhancing emotional impact without straying from the traditional hymn structure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments of quiet reflection
- short bursts of heartfelt devotion
- gentle melodies for peaceful evenings
- comforting sounds for personal prayer
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek elaborate, extended compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1994, Crossings marked a notable period for Tony Rice as he transitioned from his earlier bluegrass roots to explore more diverse Americana influences. This album followed his acclaimed 1993 release, Me & My Guitar, showcasing his evolving style and deepening spiritual themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Grisman· Chris Thile· Jerry Douglas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In the Sweet by and By 2:43
- 2 I Have Decided to Follow Jesus 2:41
- 3 Swing Low, Sweet Chariot 1:57
- 4 Holy, Holy, Holy 2:59
- 5 Living by Faith 3:11
- 6 Amazing Grace 4:33
- 7 Victory in Jesus 4:47
- 8 Sweet Hour of Prayer 3:19
- 9 I Feel Like Traveling On 2:43
- 10 Just as I Am 3:11
- 11 Are You Washed in the Blood 2:04
- 12 Doxology 1:09
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