Steven Sharp Nelson - Sacred Cello (2006)
EAC | FLAC (tracks+.cue, log) | Covers Included | 00:45:58 | 217 MB
Genre: Classical, New Age | Label: Deseret Book | Catalog: 700012
Veteran studio musician Steven Sharp Nelson stepped out of a backing role and into the forefront with Sacred Cello, his debut effort. Having performed on over 100 albums previous to this inaugural solo project, he displays a penchant for improvisation even underneath a surface of meticulous precision. Nelson shows a mastery of tempo and dynamic contrast that evokes a surprisingly strong amount of emotion, even with what could be considered a familiar track list to classicists. There are no real surprises in the core lineup of hymns, but a stylish variety of classical and traditional work adds a sparkling flourish to the set.