Omar Akram - Secret Journey [2007]

Secret Journey is new age pianist Omar Akram's third album, but it is his first to be released under his full name; his previous releases, Opal Fire and Free as a Bird, were billed simply to Omar. On the evidence of Secret Journey, Akram might consider using an even longer name, the Omar Akram Band, for example, or some more imaginative title, since the music on the album is anything but solo piano work. On the contrary, Akram's piano is just one instrument weaving around in the arrangements alongside Charlie Bisharat's violin, Pedro Eustache's flute, and Ardeshir Farah's and Ramon Stagnaro's acoustic guitars in what is really ensemble playing. Akram has a broad international perspective that informs the music he writes with producer Gregg Karukas, who provides much of the rhythmic accompaniment in the form of drum and percussion programming and additional keyboards. The rhythm tracks often exhibit a Middle Eastern or Indian influence, particularly when Ron Wagner, whose credit is "ethnic percussion".. Fans of contemporary instrumental music should be prepared for some exotic flavors on this pleasant, stimulating album, though nothing that will really disturb their palates...

...William Ruhlmann...

''Secret Journey reflects a musician in full stride, creating compositions laced with unbridled passion and poised grace. Rooted in world themes layered in smooth jazz and new age influences, Omar's third album has all the ingredients to be not only a chart topper but also a critic's darling."

...Michael Debbage...

"Having lived and traveled in many countries, I realize that we need to embrace aspects of each culture that make them unique and special. What some people see as problematic differences, I see as our planet’s entire cultural heritage. I invite music lovers from all cultures to join me in traveling on this Secret Journey."

...Omar Akram...

Tracklist:

1.Run Away with Me
2.Secret Journey
3.Nomadic Rhapsody
4.Passage of the Heart
5.Gypsy Spirit
6.Stargazers
7.Seven Secrets
8.Whispers in the Moonlight
9.Mirage
10.Shimmering Star
11.Caravan
12.Angel of Hope

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