More than simply providing the proverbial soundtrack of our lives, the ever-inventive, wildly adventurous sonic visionary David Arkenstone has given us the soundtrack to our imagination with a nonstop flow of epic recordings fusing new age, orchestral and world music. The night of June 27, he previewed his latest masterwork Quest for the Runestone at the Dolby Screening Room in Hollywood - the perfect place to experience the full glory of the Arkenstone magic in Dolby Atmos. With compelling visual illustrations on title cards illuminating specific points in the musical narrative, he took us on a dynamic, multi-faceted aural journey full of beautiful melodies, explosive world music rhythms, sweeping orchestral grandeur and exotic voices. It was a stunning way to experience the music - and a powerful invitation to open the packaging, unpack its goodies and open the booklet to read the accompanying inspirational story penned by Arkenstone's son Dashiell. - Jonathan Widran, The JW Vibe |