This is John's first solo CD.
The title cut, "Leap of Faith", was picked up by Northern Colorado's newspaper, the Coloradoan, to be featured on their compilation CD "Fort Collins Rocks Vol.3". Their CD showcases local talent up and down the front range.
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*************** Track List ****************
Leap Of Faith: Prepare to kick up your heels as this tune goes through it's paces. Interesting time signature changes propell it into a frenzy of guitar harmonies.
Mirage: a light and airy tune that places you in the desert, driving down that long road looking for an oasis.
Debra's Song: A classical piece written for my lovely wife - her invaluable support has been with me and my music from the very beginning.
Mindful Man: A lively Spanish influenced tune with interlaced guitar harmonies.
Another Time: A passionate piece as old as time itself
Summer Rain: Kick back on the front porch with that favorite person and watch the rain.
Story for this song:
My band was performing at a private party in the park. It was a sunny day with some scattered clouds. At the end of our set, I announced our last song(Summer Rain), and a joking disclaimer for any weather mishaps. Halfway through the song the clouds got dark. A ferocious wind picked up the canopy that was over the band and sent it tumbling towards the parking lot and the parked cars!
To keep us from any liability( the canopy belonged to us)two band members ran to secure the canopy while two stayed to protect the band's gear from the rain. A prime example of the band's teamwork at it's best. Needless to say there were no damages to the parked cars or our gear that day!
Only Believe: The first tune written for this CD. It gave me hope for continuing work on the project.
The Vision: A simply heavenly environment.
Mirage(Colorado remix): Same tune with a different mix of the guitars.
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*******Instruments used on this CD*******
1991 Ovation Elite acoustic guitar
1966 Hofner classical guitar(as shown on CD cover)
Fender Fat Strat(Richie Zambora model)
Ibanez SR490 bass guitar
Roland GR1 guitar synth(ocarina and organ on Summer Rain)
My trusty Roland TR707 Rhythm Composer with an Alesis DM5
LP Timbales
LP congas
John is a veteran of 6 bands in Southern California, one of which cut 4 albums and toured California, Oregon, Washington and Idaho. After moving to Colorado, he has made guest appearnces on 2 more albums and formed a group to do instrumental music.
I hope you enjoy this CD,
John
Check out the artist's website:
http://johnwichman.com
Track List:
1. Leap of Faith
2. Mirage
3. Debra's Song
4. Mindful Man
5. Another Time
6. Summer Rain
7. Only Believe
8. The Vision
9. Mirage (Colorado Remix)
Other Genres:
The title cut, "Leap of Faith", was picked up by Northern Colorado's newspaper, the Coloradoan, to be featured on their compilation CD "Fort Collins Rocks Vol.3". Their CD showcases local talent up and down the front range.
************************************************************
*************** Track List ****************
Leap Of Faith: Prepare to kick up your heels as this tune goes through it's paces. Interesting time signature changes propell it into a frenzy of guitar harmonies.
Mirage: a light and airy tune that places you in the desert, driving down that long road looking for an oasis.
Debra's Song: A classical piece written for my lovely wife - her invaluable support has been with me and my music from the very beginning.
Mindful Man: A lively Spanish influenced tune with interlaced guitar harmonies.
Another Time: A passionate piece as old as time itself
Summer Rain: Kick back on the front porch with that favorite person and watch the rain.
Story for this song:
My band was performing at a private party in the park. It was a sunny day with some scattered clouds. At the end of our set, I announced our last song(Summer Rain), and a joking disclaimer for any weather mishaps. Halfway through the song the clouds got dark. A ferocious wind picked up the canopy that was over the band and sent it tumbling towards the parking lot and the parked cars!
To keep us from any liability( the canopy belonged to us)two band members ran to secure the canopy while two stayed to protect the band's gear from the rain. A prime example of the band's teamwork at it's best. Needless to say there were no damages to the parked cars or our gear that day!
Only Believe: The first tune written for this CD. It gave me hope for continuing work on the project.
The Vision: A simply heavenly environment.
Mirage(Colorado remix): Same tune with a different mix of the guitars.
**************************************************************
*******Instruments used on this CD*******
1991 Ovation Elite acoustic guitar
1966 Hofner classical guitar(as shown on CD cover)
Fender Fat Strat(Richie Zambora model)
Ibanez SR490 bass guitar
Roland GR1 guitar synth(ocarina and organ on Summer Rain)
My trusty Roland TR707 Rhythm Composer with an Alesis DM5
LP Timbales
LP congas
John is a veteran of 6 bands in Southern California, one of which cut 4 albums and toured California, Oregon, Washington and Idaho. After moving to Colorado, he has made guest appearnces on 2 more albums and formed a group to do instrumental music.
I hope you enjoy this CD,
John
Check out the artist's website:
http://johnwichman.com
Track List:
1. Leap of Faith
2. Mirage
3. Debra's Song
4. Mindful Man
5. Another Time
6. Summer Rain
7. Only Believe
8. The Vision
9. Mirage (Colorado Remix)
Other Genres:
- JAZZ: Smooth Jazz
- NEW AGE: New Age
- TYPE: INSTRUMENTAL