Essence features
Peter Kater doing what he does best -- symphonic-synth new age with acoustic accompaniment.
David Darling's cello, Cecil Hooker's violin,
Rhonda Larson's flute, and Chris White's wordless vocals complement
Kater's piano and synthesizer quite elegantly. That's a good term for this healing music treasure: elegance. It fits
Kater's theme as the deep atmospheres surround listeners with love, grace, harmony, and warmth. This single long-form (75-minute) piece is a delight that will appeal to fans of
Dean Evenson,
Anugama, Merlin's Magic, and
Deuter. ~ Jim Brenholts