Critiques Musicaux ----- Articles de Presse
EYES OF YOUR HEART, The CD
EYES OF YOUR HEART, The CD by Kathy Parsons - www.mainlypiano.com Frederic Delarue 2009/ Frederic Delarue Productions August 3, 2009
A Mind Like An Ocean
by Kathy Parsons - www.mainlypiano.com Frederic Delarue 2007/ Frederic Delarue Productions December 11, 2007 There is an interesting story about the creation of this album. Delarue’s composing is usually directed by his Angels, and although he knew what this album was supposed to be about, he wasn’t getting anywhere with the music. Painter Eva M. Sakmar-Sullivan contacted Delarue to purchase some of his CDs, and Delarue then visited her website (stardolphin.com) to see her artwork. He was blown away by the similarity of their approaches to creation and asked if she would design the cover for “A Mind Like An Ocean.” She agreed, but the music still wasn’t forthcoming. Delarue asked if he could purchase the original artwork, and when it arrived, he felt he could step into the painting. Almost immediately, the music started to flow, and with the painting placed in front of him at his keyboards, the music was created in three days. The title track begins the album. Blending a percussive rhythm and an ethereal melody, Delarue suggests vast openness and as well as majestic but gentle beauty. “The Journey Begins...” is more ambient and floating, like a peaceful musical dream. “Believe” picks up the tempo a bit, setting a simple but beautiful melody to a catchy rhythm. “In the Breath of Life” is a lovely guitar and piano piece that exudes warmth and contentment. “Intuition” feels a bit more urgent, but not uncomfortable. I love “Celebration,” a lively dance with an infectious beat - joy set to music! I also really like “Prayer Dance,” with its sense of mystery and of moving forward. This one reminds me a bit of Yanni in the instrumentation and spirit - a compelling piece! “A New Life” has a cinematic, quiet power that suggests that this journey is coming to an end, bringing with it a new beginning. The closing track, “Gratitude,” includes the sounds of the ocean and dolphins. Peaceful and contented, it is a warm and serene closing. Frederic Delarue’s music always carries a message of peace, but feels more musically substantial than many of the artists in the genre. Give yourself a treat and check out “A Mind Like An Ocean”! It is available from www.fredericdelarue.com, amazon.com, and cdbaby.com. Highly recommended! Kathy Parsons Solo Piano Publications REFLECTION
by Kathy Parsons - www.mainlypiano.com Frederic Delarue 2007/ Frederic Delarue Productions 52:00 minutes June 15, 2007 The opening track, “I Feel,” conveys the deep sense of spiritual contentment and connectedness that come too rarely in our rushed and over-scheduled lives. Listening to it, I can feel my breathing slow and go deeper, and the sense of urgency that has been plaguing me of late starts to melt away. “Beneath the Footprints of My Sole” has the feeling of gently floating in vast open space that Delarue does so well. The effortless flowing broken chords on the piano are hypnotic as the more ambient background coaxes you to a dreamy state of mind. Passionate as well as soothing, this is an exceptionally beautiful piece. “Caress My Spirit” begins with ambient voices that reverberate in a large space - perhaps a cathedral or even a castle. About a third of the way through, the piano enters with a much lighter melody. The piece melts into “With Tender Passion,” with its floating vocals and air of mysterious calm, supplemented with flute and subtle keyboard effects to gorgeous effect. “Beyond Eternity” lightens the mood quite a bit with a warm and graceful waltz. “I Remember” incorporates the simple melody of the Pachelbel Canon with strings and piano. It isn’t an exact rendering of the piece, but certainly suggests it. “The Power of Silence” becomes much more thoughtful and reflective - almost dreamlike, with shimmering strings and a quietly pensive piano. “I Am Free” closes the album with a bittersweet and passionate waltz that tugs at the heartstrings. What a lovely ending for another great album from Frederic Delarue! That I now want to get out his previous CDs and listen to them again says a lot. “Reflection” and Frederic Delarue’s other CDs can be purchased at www.fredericdelarue.com and amazon.com. Highly recommended! Kathy Parsons Solo Piano Publications REFLECTION
by by The Rebecca Review Frederic Delarue 2007/ Frederic Delarue Productions 52:00 minutes May 2007 Frederic Delarue's sweetly melodic symphony of healing touches the soul and creates a tranquil place for reflection. "Reflection Dream Your Life, Live Your Dreams" is soothing and brings out beautiful feelings of love and compassion. A sense of unconditional love and acceptance transcends all other emotions to lift the spirits and bring you to a place of safety and comfort. At times mysterious, the melodies weave calm into your daily existence and provide a place to rest on an emotional level. The minute I play a Frederic Delarue CD my day is transformed into a beautiful vast expanse of peace. If you are looking for music to awaken your inner joy and give you a sense of calm, then "Reflection Dream Your Life, Live Your Dream" offers quiet meditative moments to instantly transport you to a place of peace. I can also highly recommend Voyage of the Soul, Soaring with the Angels, Symphony of Light and Dophins...A Message of Love. Frederic Delarue is also featured on the benefit album Cousteau's Dream along with Yanni, Kenny G, Kitaro and Vangelis. He was born in Chartres, France, so, it is no wonder his music embraces the heights of the spiritual experience all while remaining grounded in a sense of profound moments of joy as experienced here on earth. ~The Rebecca Review SYMPHONY OF LIGHT
by Kathy Parsons - www.mainlypiano.com Frederic Delarue 2006/ Frederic Delarue Productions 56:00 minutes 2/22/2006 “Symphony of Light” is pianist/keyboardist Frederic Delarue’s fourth solo instrumental album and just might be his best work to date. In the liner notes, Delarue says that the album can be described as “when the great composers come play with Delarue.” Blending original music with phrases from classical pieces, Delarue has created a collection of music that is warm, often joyful, and very serene. He mentioned to me that the classical music came to him as he was working on the album in a natural flow, and he had to figure out what the pieces were after the music was created. An interesting process! A near-death experience at the age of twelve transported Delarue to the presence of angels who continue to guide his life and his music. ”Symphony of Light” was inspired by and dedicated to “The Angel On the San Jacinto Mountain,” an image etched into the rock by natural phenomena near Delarue’s Palm Springs, CA home. The music was recorded on Korg and Kurzweil keyboards, and includes full orchestrations, ethereal voices, and various sound effects, all to wonderful service of the music. “Heart Illumination” begins the musical journey with an ambient, floating piece that caresses the mind and strokes the imagination. Gentle voices draw you into a dreamlike state, and you feel as though you are flying very slowly through deep space. “Beauty of Forgiveness” hints at the Pachelbel “Canon” and contains snippets of “Fur Elise.” This one makes me smile with its gentle warmth and touch of humor. “Flying Over the Canyons” begins with a simple melody on guitar with voices in the background. Layers are added as the piece builds. Piano, strings, and rhythms fill out the shimmering melody to perfection. “The Sounds of Intensity” hints at Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata” with piano, strings, and other keyboard sounds - a very powerful and emotional piece. I love “The Scents of Joy,” which is based on Mozart’s Symphony #40. Strings and piano fill this piece with sunshine, joy, and a touch of whimsy. “Symphony of Light” is a little darker and more intense. A very full, rich sound gives it a cinematic sweep. Piano, strings, voices, and keyboard effects again create the sense of floating slowly and very peacefully through vast open space - gorgeous! “A Concert From Heaven” is another delight, combining musical phrases from a host of classical composers that include Grieg’s “Morning”, a Strauss waltz or two, and perhaps a little Tchaikovsky along with others. “A Morning At the Spring” is a lovely variation on Schubert’s “Ave Maria” with birds and bubbling water in the background - tranquility set to music. “The Angel On the Mountain” is a beautiful piano-based piece that is a lovely tribute to the inspiration for this album. The CD closes with “The Emotion of Love,” a gently flowing piece that you can just sort of wrap around yourself to feel all cozy and contented. “Symphony of Light” is a wonderful musical experience from start to finish. Frederic Delarue is a master of this kind of soothing, healing music - a feel-good experience with some substance. His CDs are available at www.fredericdelarue.com and amazon.com. Recommended! SYMPHONY OF LIGHT
by The Rebecca Review Frederic Delarue 2006/ Frederic Delarue Productions 56:00 minutes September 2006 In "Symphony of Light" Frederic Delarue not only channels his angelic muse, he explores beautiful classical selections as they appear to him throughout his playing. This is a unique experience and I would recommend that you first listen to "Voyage of the Soul" to truly understand the heart of Frederic Delarue. To fully enjoy this selection you have to be aware that he is "channeling" musical masters and that this is a celebration of classical music. His inspiration includes: "Fur Elise," "Moonlight Sonata," "Mozart's Symphony #40." He also draws on inspiration from Strauss, Tchaikovsky and Schubert. His playing embodies a sense of tranquility and in this creation he draws on the past to unveil even more beauty captured in classical music. This is a warm and calming escape that has moments of recognition throughout, but retains Frederic Delarue's own sense of timing and energy. As a pianist/keyboardist he excels at creating musical landscapes filled with light and love. This album is no exception, but is exceptional in depth and the range of musical possibility. Frederic Delarue is also featured on the benefit album Cousteau's Dream along with Yanni, Kenny G, Kitaro and Vangelis. He was born in Chartres, France, so, it is no wonder his music embraces the heights of the spiritual experience all while remaining grounded in a sense of profound moments of joy as experienced here on earth. He has also recently toured Japan and Washington State, USA. I'd recommend listening to his music in this order: Voyage of the Soul Dolphins: A Message of Light Soaring with the Angels Symphony of Light If you open your heart to Frederic Delarue's creations you will be blessed by a feeling of peace and beauty. You will also gain a sense of a renewed clarity of vision. His playing is truly a gift from celestial realms and he seems to mainly channel the love of God in his heart-filled expressions. After listening to his music I feel as content as a kitten curled up in a warm blanket. It is truly a thing of beauty and this CD in particular takes me back to the days when my mother would play classical music as I fell asleep. I like the cover of this album because it seems to speak of an openness to receiving love/light from God and giving it back to the world. Truly when you hear all of Frederic Delarue's CDs, you know he is connected to the source of love. ~The Rebecca Review DOLPHINS... A MESSAGE OF LOVE
by RJ Lannan of NAR - New Age Reporter MUSIC OF THE MIRACLES... How many encounters with providence does it take for one man to acknowledge its influence? For pianist and composer Frederic Delarue the magic number was three times. Two major auto mishaps and an encounter with like sentient beings, the dolphins. Once he listened to his spirit guides, angels and beings of light, Frederic knew what his direction in life was to be. That of a musician with a special message to impart to others and he wrote the music placed in his heart. Dolphins…A Message of Love is the result. His contemplative compositions, channeled through the love from the dolphins are ambient New Age for the most part as they convey a message of hope, love and good wishes. Who are we to reject this gift? I for one accept it and with gratitude. Frederic’s music is a synthesized interplay of soothing, gentle tunes and melancholy tracks that enliven the spirit, heal the soul and relax the body. The first track is appropriately called Welcome. Basking in the glow of the dolphin’s positive energy and accompanied by the sounds of gentle surf and dolphin-speak, the music expands with a pipe organ sound and the voices of angels. There is no doubt that here lies strength, beauty and power. Track 3, Waves of Love is my favorite cut. The ebb and flow of ocean sound, the echo of woodwinds and the sparkling piano score presents a heartfelt offering of warm, contemplative music. It is a simple melody and yet it suggests a feeling of reverence that flows in many directions. A Message of Love is a perfect title for this beautiful and evocative tune that exudes positive energies. Delarue’s forceful piano lead commands this emotional tune with background vocals of dolphin-speak, ocean waves and synthesized voices. His music flows like the sea, a sometimes salty death for humans, but a giver of life to so many other species. Marie De La Mer (Mary of the Ocean) is a very artful rendition using Charles Gounod’s Ave Maria. The musical prayer is often said as a call for help for a mortal dilemma, but Delarue has woven it into a message that has common appeal and a common purpose. Revelation at 8:35, the longest tune on the album, is the best track on Dolphins…A Message of Love. I am thinking that Delurue’s second encounter with death made him write these beautiful, heartrending notes of discovery and joi de vive as he realized that life was such a special gift and not to be taken for granted. The message here is we all have the gift and not to take it lightly, ever. Lastly, as if he couldn’t help himself, is the tune Rejoice, a dance groove that finishes up the album nicely. Pounding beat, echoing voices and blissful keyboard score make you realize that it’s great just to be alive. You can almost imagine the dolphins leaping delightfully as you travel over the waves. Every creature has a playful nature. Delarue was born in the magical city of Chartres, France home of the famous Notre Dame Cathedral. He suffered a car wreck as a pre-teen and realized he was allowed life for a reason. Flash forward to California, 2003 and car wreck number two, another near death experience for Frederic. Again he was again allowed to keep on living. For him, his new journey was clear. He embraced his faith, his personal philosophies and his music began to take shape. He has two other albums, Voyage of the Soul and Soaring With The Angels and is noted for adding his talents to the to ttribute album Cousteau’s Dream. Frederic Delarue has combined Eastern philosophies, Western idealism and the hallowed symbiosis of two sentient races. It is no wonder that his music has universal appeal. Rating: Very Good DOLPHINS... A MESSAGE OF LOVE
by Kathy Parsons - Mainly Piano 2004 / Frederic Delarue Productions Solo Piano Publications 63’40” 11/13/2004 “Dolphins: A Message of Love” is quite simply one of the most beautiful albums I’ve heard in a long time. Frederic Delarue’s third album of original instrumental works is stunning in its richness, passion, and joy. Using Korg and Kurzweil synthesizers/keyboards/ samplers, Delarue has created vibrant, inspiring music, and some tracks feature the sounds of dolphins and the ocean. Several pieces are piano-based and some feature wordless vocals that give them a very ethereal sound. I really like Delarue’s first two albums, “Voyage of the Soul” and “Soaring With the Angels,” but think this is by far his best work to date. “Calming” and “soothing” are words that come to mind, but the music goes beyond that, as it can be listened to many times with full attention without getting “old,” and yet is very effective in the background. There aren’t many albums where I thoroughly enjoy every track, but I love this one! Delarue truly composes and plays from the heart, and his sincerity and emotional depth are compelling. The CD opens with the sound of the surf, dolphin “clicks,” and heavenly voices. Ambient, floating sounds set the tone of the album, creating a sense of peace and tranquility. “Ballet of Light” is playful and free, with a simple piano melody and lovely string washes. “Sincere Communion” is a gorgeous piece, again piano-based with strings, voices, and soothing ambient sounds; it almost feels like dreaming on a cloud. “Marie de la Mer” is a lovely piece that must have been inspired by the Bach/Gounod “Ave Maria.” Heavenly! The first part of “Revelation” hints at a very slow Pachelbel “Canon,” and evolves into a very quiet and meditative piece that tugs at the heart while soothing the mind. Other titles include “Calm In My Spirit,” “Splash of Joy,” and “Angels of the Sea,” suggesting correctly that this music is peaceful, joyful, and deeply felt. In addition to the twelve tracks that were inspired by the dolphins, the CD includes two bonus tracks, “Dance of Love” and “Rejoice,” which feature more of a “dance mix” feeling with rhythm tracks and an upbeat, fun, spirit. Sure to be on my Top 10 for 2004, “Dolphins” is available from www.fredericdelarue.com and amazon.com. Very highly recommended! DOLPHINS... A MESSAGE OF LOVE
by Sing4Life.com As I started the listening of the first song of Frederic Delarue's Dolphins, I was reading the inside cover message from Frederic. Suddenly my heart began to vibrate with the ring of truth. Wow! Although our original intention was only to have music with words, we are discovering profound messages can be received through the music alone. That the artist when in the correct state can send the emotional power that he has received directly into his music and we then can in turn receive that same intention when listening in a correct state. The power of respect and love can be felt in every song. Frederic has become enlightened through his life experiences and powers of observation. Through his own personal graduated for his life being saved he has been given a gift, the gift to recognize love. Love in it's purest state, unconditional and forever lasting, a gift he wishes on all of us. (Tracks 1,2,&3) Pause for a moment and think of your loved ones who are now gone, while listening to Dolphins by Frederic Delarue, then send them the message of your love, how much you loved and love them still. This is the effort I found my self doing while listening to tracks 4 & 5. Then , yes, they did hear me, yes, we are not alone. Comfort and gentle loving caresses, this music will inspire and give you the strength to face another day, to care deeper, to love stronger, to stand taller, to know all are connected in God's love. We should all be so inspired by the Dolphins. Piano- acoustic and electric, woodwinds, ocean sounds, dolphin sounds, sweet strings, chimes, and many orchestra sounds. How can you make the music sing the message of "Surrender to God"? Frederic Delarue enchants us with his sounds of unity with our maker. To truly ‘Surrender' means God doing Gods work through you with every breath, every sound, every effort. Spectacular are songs 6 & 7. Together with the piano sounds of hundreds of voices we aspire to reach the heavens and one can feel the "Moment of Personal Blessing"(track 7) Frederic Delarue is trying to share with us. We hear Frederic, Thank you! This album is wonderful in all the glory in which it was given to you we are receiving it. Thank you, Thank You! Tracks 8,9,10,11,12 all create there own different messages, or of course you can just listen as background music and you will still be grateful you bought it. Wether you sit quietly to merge with the efforts of these beautifully inspiring sounds, to "Feel the Peace in Your Heart" (track 8) or just in your car for the drive to work or home stereo while preparing dinner for the family, you will feel as though embraced by the arms of compassion, as though you were given permission to peer into the window of a secret place. Dolphins by Frederic Delarue is a must have. It sounds as though an entire orchestra is playing, but it's just Frederic or is it just Frederic? We have heard many times in our travels this statement,"Be it not for the grace of God..." finishing the statement with what ever event took place. In this review we have understood an event has taken place, like a rock in still waters the event is over but the ripples form that event will travel the world in the form of this CD. Fredreic Delarue has created the ability for us to taste a portion of his event, hence we too have an event, an experience to which we send out the ripples of the power of love, peace and unity with man, God and his creatures. This belief also understands that God does His work through us when we get out of the way. We believe Frederic has ‘gotten out of the way' and is a truly inspired musician. Kudos to the studio, to those who work with Frederic, and the amazing technology of the keyboards he uses to masterfully create and play these great works of true love, understanding, and hope for a better life for all of us. There are two Bonus tracks ‘Dance with Love', & ‘Rejoice' Let's just end this by saying own this CD, because I feel like I could type all day telling how we have received by only one listening :-) Ok! Buy it, listen, and fall in love all over again, my heart is full, my soul is awake, my mind is in awe, and we are grateful. Dolphins by Frederic Delarue Magnificent! There’s something special about dolphins, perhaps its their witty intellect or joyful outlook to their cohabiting life with the rest of the world. Regardless they somehow seem to soothe the inner soul of humans. If you’ve ever seen a child gasp with glee at the sight of one of the ocean’s most unique inhabitants, then you haven’t seen real joy yet. Frederic Delarue takes on that message of hope, love, and joy with his new age adventure named after these beautiful creatures. Many artists would love to aspire to such a great undertaking but Frederic takes it in stride and produces one of the most inspiring audio massages of a lifetime. J-Sin DOLPHINS... A MESSAGE OF LOVE
by John Sekerka When Frederic Delarue had a near death experience at twelve years old during which he encountered angels. He's joined the likes of Kenny G., Yanni and Vangelis as a new age musician. He's even recorded with those fellas. Delarue's transcendental music is all about soaring, whether it's up above with the angels, or below with sea mammals. "Dolphins are made of Love," Delarue writes, and who can argue? The soothing sounds of porpoises, the pan flute, the Korg Triton Extreme, the Kurzweil K2500, and the Roland JV-2080 stir up a ballet of waves sure to bring on a calming dream state. And if this just isn't enough you can order a personalized CD of the music of your soul based on your birth name. Real Piano ![]() Real Piano
Voyage of the Soul
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PRESSE FRANCAISE Mai 2009 Vendredi 1er mai, à 20 h 30, chez Debowska Productions Films, Grand-Rue des
Thermes à Rennes-les-Bains, sera projeté un film hors-normes «Voyages... récit
de l'au-delà». Les instituts de sondage ont rendu leur verdict: 60 millions de personnes
dans le monde ont frôlé la mort (accident, maladie) et ont ramené de leur coma
un récit, toujours le même, celui d'un merveilleux voyage au pays de la beauté,
du pur amour. «A vrai dire, l'expérience est connue depuis la nuit des temps
(Platon, Héraclite, Anaxagore), mais, actuellement, les «rescapés» témoignent de
plus en plus nombreux et de grands médecins s'investissent dans la recherche»,
ajoute l'historien quillanais Jean Blum. Une fin? Un recommencement? la question
nous interpelle tous! Depuis l'Antiquité, des écrits sont restés... C'est le
récit de voyageurs ayant franchi les portes de la mort et ayant connu un monde
de paix et d'amour. Aujourd'hui, de grands médecins sont arrivés à un résultat
fabuleux: 30% des personnes frôlant la mort et rappelées à la vie font le
merveilleux voyage. «J'ai été présente lors des douze interviews des personnes
qui ont vécu l'expérience de la mort imminente. Nous avons tourné au bloc
opératoire avec le Dr Charbonier, à Toulouse, ainsi que dans la salle de
réanimation, où nous avons rencontré son équipe, dont deux infirmières, Cathy et
Patricia, qui ont eu la gentillesse de nous parler de leur NDE. Ce sont des
messages d'espoir!», explique Malgorzata Debowska, et de continuer: «J'ai fait
ce film pour permettre à des personnes de ne pas rester bloquées sur une vision
négative de la mort mais, au contraire, à travers ces témoignages, leur montrer
que seule la vie existe». En fond sonore, la musique du film de F. Delarue est
extraordinaire avec, de plus, des paysages des quatre saisons. Vendredi, en une heure et demie, une douzaine de témoignages et la conclusion
par le grand spécialiste français, le docteur Jean-Jacques Charbonier, vous sont
présentés, une projection... à ne pas manquer! |