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Ethnicity

Yanni · 2003

57 min · 12 tracks · new age music

A vibrant tapestry of global sounds woven through Yanni's signature orchestral arrangements and emotive melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with emotional depth
  • gradual build towards resolution
  • immersive global soundscapes
  • reflective moments of tranquility
  • vibrant orchestral arrangements

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Ethnicity' was released in 2003, Yanni had established himself as a prominent figure in the instrumental music genre with successful albums like 'Live at the Acropolis' (1994). This album marked a return to his world music roots, showcasing diverse cultural influences after his commercial peak during the late 1990s.
Stylistic neighbors
Enya· Vangelis· David Arkenstone

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rites of Passage 4:35
  • 2 For All Seasons 5:37
  • 3 The Promise 3:42
  • 4 Rainmaker 5:36
  • 5 Written on the Wind 3:56
  • 6 Playing by Heart 4:38
  • 7 At First Sight 5:14
  • 8 Tribal Dream 5:35
  • 9 Almost a Whisper 3:51
  • 10 Never Too Late 5:01
  • 11 Play Time 5:29
  • 12 Jivaeri 4:37

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata