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Light Through The Trees | Dave Patrick
The style is eclectic acoustic guitar instrumental, with flavors of Jazz, Classical, Irish, and New Age. Also, there are some cuts with the Roland GR-1 Guitar Synth (#'s 16-18).
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1. Light Through The Trees Sample: Stream | MP3
2. And They Lived Sample: Stream | MP3
3. Andrew's Last Words Sample: Stream | MP3
4. A Special Favor Sample: Stream | MP3
5. Irish Folk Song Sample: Stream | MP3
6. Modern Times Sample: Stream | MP3
7. Brokenness Sample: Stream | MP3
8. Suspension Sample: Stream | MP3
9. Court Suite Sample: Stream | MP3
10. Confidant Sample: Stream | MP3
11. How You Look At It Sample: Stream | MP3
12. Wild Ride Sample: Stream | MP3
13. The Undertow Sample: Stream | MP3
14. Laurel Sample: Stream | MP3
15. Dance of the Gondolier Sample: Stream | MP3
16. A Source of Contention Sample: Stream | MP3
17. Truce Sample: Stream | MP3
18. The End Of Something Beautiful Sample: Stream | MP3
Song Stories
- Light Through The Trees
I was hiking with a friend at Radnor lake, and the day was sunny at first. But later, the sky seemed overcast, because of the covering from the canopy. As the evening sun was going down , we saw a beam of orange light through a break in the trees. It seemed to express hope and warmth. I said "Sort of like light at the end of the tunnel". Life can be going great, but then seem dark. When a friend brings encouragement and hope, it is like "Light through the trees".
Colossians 1:11
1 John 1:5
Galatians 6:1-3
Psalm 18:28
- And They Lived
The question is not if, but when conflict will happen. Then, what will we do with that conflict? We may choose to ignore or downplay an issue, and hope that it will go away. Peacekeepers often do this at any cost. Or, another choice is to argue and increase the tension. With humility, it is possible to address issues, respect and affirm opinions, and agree to disagree. Working effectively through the conflict allows genuine closeness to become real.
Proverbs 13:10
James 3:17-18
- Andrew's Last Words
A massive hurricane devistated Homestead and south Miami Florida, August 24,1992, 3-4 AM central time . Many families were left homeless and disoriented. Trees and wildlife were swept away. Neighborhood families banded together to share food and protect their homes from looting. Remains of homes were later pulverized to form huge piles of white powder. Nothing could harness the winds or guide the devastating path of Andrew. He had the last word in man vs nature.
- A Special Favor
Someone asks, "Will you do me a special favor?" The reply is usually, "Sure". It often requires a sacrifice of time and going out of your way. Attitude is most important, as the favor will be done to benefit the other person. The comfort and mystery in the song illustrate the paradox of being filled through sacrificial giving.
Give/ Receive - Acts 20:35
Nothing in Return - Luke 6:35
Not to be seen - Mat. 6:1-4
The Ultimate favor -Rom. 5:8, 6:10
- Irish Folk Song
There is that awkward moment at the doorstep, after a date, when you wonder if you should hug or kiss. This deciding moment that often will 'set the precedent'. It seems out of place, and too deep to have 'the talk' which has not yet been spoken, and usually strains the spontaneous nature of freedom. . Will innocent motives make the relationship more than you intend? If you do nothing, does it mean you dont care? Will the other person feel unworthy? All of this is a mystery!
- Modern Times
We now have all types of fascinating electronic devices to increase our pace of living; fiber optic phone lines; the computer (and cell phone) with email and internet access to almost any idea; DVD video; cable; satellite and HD Television; and 3D video games; etc. But do some of the conveniences of our 'high tech' culture also bring an impersonal element? Self serve gas at the pump with a credit card; Plexiglas security panes at checkout windows; answering machines and services with push button options; Automatic Teller Machines; home shopping with catalogues and the internet. Will we lose the personal connection?
- Brokenness
There may be times when we feel confident and independent. But soon comes the balance of struggle, frustration, and searching for answers. It is that feeling of "hitting the "bottom", having tried all options and soul searching. It takes humility to admit a 'brokenness' , which then leads to rebuilding and wisdom. When a bone is broken, it will heal, and be even stronger than it was originally.
All things for good - Romans 8:28
Predestined to be conformed to His image - Romans 8:29
Testing, trials, and enduring faith - 1 Peter 4:12-13
The Ultimate favor -Rom. 5:8, 6:10; James 1:2-3
The Brokenhearted - Psalm 34:18
- Suspension
This is when I need to talk with someone to resolve an issue, but circumstances don't allow the time to settle the matter. I want to take action, but I just don't feel led in a solid direction. I am held in Suspension, waiting for desire to find opportunity.
- Court Suite
There was once the age of Chivalry, where masculine men rescued damsels in distress! And there were battles fought against man and social class to win the hand of the beloved! However, the tradition of courting required a delicate balance of timing and action. It is based on integrity, respect for human life, self-control, honesty, courage, self-sacrifice, courtesy, generosity, loyalty, and consistency.
- Confidant
There may be three people in my lifetime whom I will have as close friends, those with whom I can be myself and trust. One friend inspired this song as we had coffee and late night talks.
We all need a confidant, though as people, we cannot be all that we need for each other. There is one friend who will always be with us.
Friend closer than a brother - Prov. 17:17, 18:24, 27:17
Friendship with God - Psalms 25:14
Jesus is friend - John 15:14; Heb. 9:24
Comfort/ Encouragement - 2 Cor. 1:3-7; 1 Thess. 5:11
- How You Look At It
There are many ways to look at how we make decisions. Sometimes waiting to take action can appear to be 'choosing not to choose'. Another option is to do anything, rather than nothing, though is is unwise to rush into the unknown. It is refreshing to have guidance when choosing a direction. Even having a friend to listen can bring us to our own conclusions. But sometimes we are told what we ought to do. What worked for someone else may not neccessarily work for me. It all depends on 'How you look at it'.
Wise Counsel - Proverbs 12:26, 13:14, 15:22, 18:4
Think Ahead - Proverbs 13:16, 14:8, 16:9, 27:12
Discernment - Proverbs 2:3-5, 24:3-4
- Wild Ride
I once dated a girl who was new to town. She enjoyed herself, as I gave her a tour around the city, concerts, and dinners. We soon agreed that we liked each other, and held to the notion that we would be 'seeing' each other 'exclusively'. However, she began to flirt with other guys, laughing and showing affections for them, but not for me. I told her that I felt sort of jealous, and that it hurt, but she continued to be a coquette. I slowly began to realize that we had the wrong idea about each other. We often want to appease to avoid hurting or losing someone, but it hurts more in the end.
Franc reply - Proverbs 24:26
- The Under tow
The growth of love between a man and a woman is something too amazing to understand. The subtle 'drawing together' of the two people is a force that cannot be seen. Neither person is consciously aware of the attraction and caring that develops. As a parallel, the ocean has it's undertow. The pull of the current is very subtle. While swimming in the surf, you may suddenly realize that the unseen force has moved you down the shoreline. And as a friendship progressis, it is common that only one person will reealize the pull of a 'romantic' undertow. Then the test begins. Will he or she hold on tightly to make the relationship work, or let the other person go freely? It is true that God call us to Himself. Yet, He lets us go so that we may voluntarily seek Him. And as the two people let each other go, they make it through the undertow.
Courtship - Proverbs 30:18-19
Issac and Rebekah - Genesis 24:3-4, 63-67
Jacob and Rachel - Genesis 29:15-28
Boaz and Ruth - Ruth 2:11-14, 4:13
The Open Invitation - Luke 5:32; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20
- Laurel
My friend treasured the value of friendship. However, since the heart can sometimes eager and fickle, our desire for a companion often leads us to advance a friendship beyond what it was meant to be. It takes time to know someone. Only God knows what the future holds. And as profound as it is, relationships develop with the least effort.
Wisdom - Proverbs 16:16, 16:21, 16:23
The Unknown - Proverbs 19:2
Our Thoughts - Proverbs 16:1
- Dance of the Gondolier
This piece was first written as sort of a 16th century waltz or dance. You know, the marble floors, chandeliers, gentlemen in tuxes, and ladies with hoop dresses and beehive hairdos! After later revisions, the scene turned to a romantic journey on a gondola, as it drifted through the waterways of Italy. A taste of this flavor still remains. The song now concludes as a village music experience. Imagine walking through a forest. Then, along the path you find a small ensemble of people with instruments, each person improvising his part to a spontaneous song.
GR1 GUITAR SYNTH:
- A Source of Contention
When arguements arise, what is the source? Where did it begin? A misunderstanding? A basic disagreement that needs discussion? Or, is selfishness and pride found at the root of the problem, which may be augmenting and personalizing the issues with insults, slander, disrespect, assumptions, judgements? We need to consider the source of our disputes. Things and events are meant to draw us together, but too often, they are used as tools that tear us apart. Let's 'use things and enjoy people', not visa versa.
Proverbs 12:18
1 Corinthians 1:10
Ephesians 4:31
Phillipians 2:14-15
Hebrews 12:14-15
James 4:1-3
- Truce
A temporary cease fire of warfare, where the two sides negotiate, and hopefully a compromise is found. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.
Isaiah 1:18
Mat 5:23-24
Mark 9:50
- The End of Something Beautiful
It had a great beginning. There wasn't a plan to fail or break apart. The unwritten future was beckoning 'success'. At the pennacle was beauty, vision, and 'one-ness'. Yet, sadly, because of unspoken reasons the amalgamation of time and events must come to an end.
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