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In the Wake of the Wind

David Arkenstone · 1991

60 min · 16 tracks · new age music

Ethereal melodies and lush orchestrations transport listeners to serene landscapes of imagination and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ethereal melodies for daydreaming
  • dynamic journey through landscapes
  • wave-like pacing invites reflection
  • for serene introspection
  • immersive soundscapes for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'In the Wake of the Wind' is David Arkenstone's third album, following the success of his previous works which established him as a prominent figure in new age music. At this point in his career, he was refining his signature blend of instrumental soundscapes that evoke natural imagery and emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Yanni· Enya· George Winston

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Papillon (On the Wings of the Butterfly) 5:21
  • 2 Dark Dunes 3:13
  • 3 Not Too Far to Walk 4:14
  • 4 Borderlands 5:37
  • 5 The Rug Merchant 3:34
  • 6 Firedance 3:58
  • 7 The Southern Cross 5:26
  • 8 Overture 3:50
  • 9 The Stardancer 4:08
  • 10 Morning Sun on the Sails 2:35
  • 11 The Lion's Breath 3:14
  • 12 Dances of Jankayla: The Marketplace / The Gypsy's Veil / The Festival 5:15
  • 13 Discovery 3:28
  • 14 Emerald Dream 1:55
  • 15 Through the Gates 3:11
  • 16 Sailing 1:51

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