For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated with the way things are made, the way they look. As a kid I was extremely nearsighted for a while before anyone discovered the fact. The result was that: (A) I had no interest in school, and (B) I developed the habit of examining things really closely, because that was the only way I could see anything. I appreciate artists who can paint in a very impressionistic style, but for me the details are the fun part. Hopefully, the other aspects of the composition are strong as well, so the details are part of a well-balanced whole. Detail is a big part of the beauty of any object. I don’t feel that my job as a Catholic artist is to bring beauty into the world, but to bring attention to what is beautiful in the world.
Now, I said all that to say this: If you have not yet discovered the music of Alison Krauss and Union Station, you owe it to yourself. She and her bandmates, particularly Jerry Douglas, display a rare depth and genius, as well as just pure musicianship; the details of a musical expression that is as meticulously crafted as it is heartfelt. Alison Krauss’s vocal cords should be declared a national treasure, and Jerry Douglas – well, he should be bronzed, or something.
Don’t settle for "interesting". Life is short. Go straight for beauty.
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My favorite music group ever. I’ve made it a goal to see/hear them live, although they’re not helping me with their latest tour.
For me, the mark of a good record is something that I don’t have to skip over any of the songs. AKUS hits it every time; I love every piece of music I’ve ever heard from them.
Simply the most talented musical group working today. Period.
Check out Jerry’s work on “Not all who wonder are lost” by Chris Thile-a solo album of Nickel Creek’s mandolin player/front-man. If you are not fimiliar with Chris, and/or Nickel Creek-who is produced by Alison Krauss, do yourself a favor, and get familiar. “Not all who wonder…” is an all-star feast for those into bluegrass.
Tim, when are you going to create an online gallery of your work (with prices…)?
‘thann
I am working on a website AS WE SPEAK, ‘thann. Don’t worry, I will let evrybody know when I am online. And, since I have been enjoying myself so much on Jimmy’s blog, I will have one of my own linked to the site.
Thanks for askin’!
That little riff of blue on the bowl makes it for me. Beautiful indeed.
That little riff of blue on the bowl makes it for me. Beautiful indeed.
AMEN re: AK&US.
Dittos from another Alison Krauss fan. Also big on Emmylou Harris.
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