Songs From Within

Mark Holland is the leader of the world/progressive ensemble, Autumn's Child. "Songs From Within" features the native American flute in a solo context. "Playing from the heart" is what Mark Holland is known for and on this album he exhibits just that! S.F.W. includes a total of 15 spontaneous items in traditional and contemporary styles. A combination of single, double and triple chambered flutes in various keys and woods are used on this recording. Each flute has it's own voice and personality! The overall energy and emotion of this cd is reminiscent of early solo recordings of R. Carlos Nakai. Track 3 is entitled, "Mr. Nakai" (a tribute) Track 4 "In Hawk's Own Words" is in memory of the late flute maker Hawk Little John. Each flute used to coincide with each song title was carefully selected and then created in the moment. Many reviewers have said that Holland has mastered the native American flute. He has been perfoming and recording with native flutes since 1995. He began with the silver flute in 1975 and studied with two members of the St.Louis Symphony. His love for the family of flutes led him to the native American flute where he has recorded 8 cds to date with the native flute and performed throughout the USA. ***If you like solo flute music also check out Mark's newest recording, "For Such A Time As This" here at CD Baby!*** For additional bio information on Mark Holland please visit: www.autumnschild.com And on this CD Baby site go to: Autumn's Child, "Four Winds" the collection and Autumn's Child, "Progressive World". "These heartfelt Native flute pieces in both meditative and social styles (performed on a wide variety of sonorous instruments) are pure joy to the ear. Special tracks include a loving musical portrait of the legendary R.Carlos "Mr.Nakai," as well as "Bird Song Rising,"dedicated to Bill Miller....this is a must-have CD for all flute aficionados. PJ Coyote Caller Birosik, Native Spirit