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1. Pulse of America - This country is alive with millions of people, each with their own spirit, blending together to give this nation its identity.
2. The Washington Monument is one of the most recognizable monuments in the District of Columbia. The reflection of it on the pools gives one a sense that all is well and will remain so.
3. Freedom Ring - One of America's symbols of freedom, the Liberty Bell, still symbolically rings out in our hearts.
4. Paul Revere's historic Midnight Ride of April 18, 1775 remembered.
5. America the Beautiful - Truly one of the inspiting patriotic songs of all time.
6. Hope (Vietnam Memorial Wall) - The energy surrounding the Vietnam Memorial is intense. The continuous presence of Vets giving their time to help others to understand is both commendable and awe-inspiring. This track has been named
7. First conceived in 1976 for pipe organ, this composition is my very first ever. Twenty-five years later, this version for piano still catches the Spirit of 1776 with the inclusion of
8. A man of integrity and justice who took a stand for his own personal beliefs, imprinting them on his country, ultimately costing him his life.
9. Cherry Blossoms - One of Washington D.C.'s famous springtime marvels of nature.
10. Unknown Soldier - Dedicated to those who have given their lives selflessly without formal recognition, serving as an inspiration for this unsung
11. Korea - Veterans of this forgotten war have given much more than their time in the service to their country. This composition is dedicated to my godfather, Nicholas Zak, who gave an eye during this war, and to those soldiers he shared this experience with.
12. Jefferson - Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence, president, visionary, architect - a sense of order and assuredness of spirit.
An American Reflection
This release is dedicated to those who have served their country in whatever capacity, elected or chosen, drafted or volunteered - (soldiers, teachers, builders, factory workers, law makers, etc.) especially those who died in the service of their country. May their efforts be remembered always!
This project was born with the intent to, in some small way, honor America on its 225th birthday and to express my gratitude and thankfulness to be an American citizen. Many of the compositions have been created from my feelings of my visit to many of the monuments. To say that this project accurately depicts what others may feel upon visiting some of these monuments would be a mistake. I am in awe of the presence and visual impact these monuments have. Take some time to visit Washington, D.C., it is well worth the trip.

As always, this project has not been edited in any way. All compositions are recorded straight through without cuts. Many of the compositions are first time improvisations, allowing myself to freely express the vision and feelings I am trying to portray, capturing the moment of inspiration.

Proudly as an American, I give you American Reflection.

- Richard Carr
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Release Date: July 4th, 2001

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September, 2001 #78
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Credits
  • All tracks written, performed and produced by Richard Carr.
  • "America the Beautiful" (words by Kathleen Bates and music by Samuel Ward)
  • Recorded between December 2000 and May 2001 at Dixon Annex Recital Hall, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA ~ Lenny Bertrand, Recording Engineer
  • "Unknown Soldier" recorded at Four Seasons Media Productions, St. Louis, MO ~ Brian Bayley, Recording Engineer
  • Mastered by Parker Dinkins at MasterDigital, Inc New Orleans, LA
  • Produced by Richard Carr
  • Cover and graphic design by Noah William Gilman.
  • Manufactured at Nashville CD Manufacturing, Nashville, TN
  • Richard records on Steinway pianos.

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