St.Georges Island
(Birth Place of Apollo)
By Steve Sheppard
Written by
Chrissie Sheppard
I must admit the latest release from Steve Sheppard, his single St.Georges
Island (Birth Place of Apollo) is one that I totally adore, now I know the
story behind the music, it is a piece he composed about a location not too far
from our home, a little island surrounded in history that is still a mystery to
most people, a place that is according to legend, the birthplace of Apollo.
The use of natural sounds that are used so well throughout
the arrangement are used to perfection, even the sound of the boats engine
taking you the island are timed perfectly, and in some ways reminds me of Mike Wall and his album A Time for Healing.
The build and progression are just idyllic, they take you on
that journey with him to that very location, where you too can explore the
mystery behind the island, and the sounds of the children laughing also add so
much to the arrangement.
I must also give a mention to Andy Rogers, who added some additional keyboards to the piece, they
were just right, and did not distract from the original composition.
St.Georges Island
(Birth Place of Apollo) I am sure this will be a huge hit for Steve Sheppard, and even maybe an award winning piece too, as it
will be loved by all who adore good music that tells a story.
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