Three-time
GRAMMY®-nominee David Arkenstone and enchanting
vocalist Charlee Brooks crossover to Pop with INAMORATA
One of the most anticipated music releases of 2015 is a gorgeous collection featuring multi-Grammy nominated musician/composer
David Arkenstone and enchanting vocalist
Charlee Brooks. Arkenstone’s incomparable music joins spectacular lyrics and vocals by Brooks, who last teamed up on their Mermaid-themed album Loveren.
Speaking from his Laguna Beach home, Arkenstone talked
excitedly about this new album of love songs. “There are eight original songs
in addition to the themes from Downton Abbey and Game of Thrones, Zedd’s
‘Clarity’ and Sarah Brightman’s ‘Harem.' This time out, we wanted to craft some
songs that were more pop/crossover tunes, and we chose a few cover songs that
we felt we could bring something fresh to; the lullaby is for my niece, who was
born during the recording.”
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David Arkenstone & Charlee Brooks
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Often compared to Sarah Brightman and Enya, Charlee Brooks
made her debut on their first collaboration, Lovéren, followed by Celtic
Garden, and she performs many of their songs with Arkenstone in the epic live
concert event
David Arkenstone’s Symphonic Adventure currently a popular public television special.
“We usually start with the music…a melody or theme, then
Charlee comes up with some evocative lyrics that complete the musical thought I
have,” says Arkenstone.
Adds Brooks, “Overall, this record is very sweet, of course,
with its deeper moments. The lush strings and arranging that David did on both
the originals and covers really move it to another level. When he writes, the
lyrics are almost unnecessary as the music itself evokes so much on its own.
The additional strings added by
David Davidson complemented the tracks so well,
he is an amazing violinist. Many of these songs are written from the female's
perspective, especially the main title, ‘Inamorata.' This piece in particular
is written from a place of longing to be somebody's everything. A reassurance
to them that they will be there forever.”
“ ‘Inamorata’ was the first track we wrote and it set the
tone for the rest of the album,” says Arkenstone. Brooks continues, “Inamorata is an Italian term for a
person's female lover. Lyrically and melodically, this album takes you through
many emotional journeys. I feel that everyone has experienced some
interpretation of love, whether it was great or just a passing moment.”
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Celebrating the 25th year of his impressive recording career
that includes more than 40 albums, 20 Billboard hits, film & TV soundtracks
and game scores, three-time GRAMMY®-nominee David Arkenstone has established
himself as one of the best contemporary instrumental musicians of our time.
This visionary continues to create distinctive tracks that inspire the
imagination. A musical storyteller, Arkenstone is passionate about taking his
listeners on a journey, creating sonic tapestries that evoke every emotion. “I
envision a place where I would like to go, or an adventure I would like to
take, and let my imagination run free,” says Arkenstone.
Drawn to music and the arts at a very young age, Brooks
began singing and dancing at age 3, accompanied by her father on his guitar and
other instruments that her grandfather carved by hand. Raised in a small
Pennsylvania town, Brooks’ parents encouraged her to participate in all live
theater productions, which led to a guest appearance on Carnival Cruise lines
at age 11. At 17, Brooks moved to Los
Angeles to pursue her dreams. A gifted audio engineer, she met Arkenstone while
recording his tracks for Blizzard Entertainment’s
World of Warcraft Cataclysm
expansion. This chance meeting led to their collaboration on numerous songs and
ultimately their epic orchestral album, Lovéren.
For me, Sacred Music has always been an integral part of the Holiday season. Going to church, sitting cozily amidst my family, a sense of wellbeing washing over me thanks to the deep and resonant sounds of the choir.
