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name: Dawn Walker age: 47 profession: Lab Manager place: Rockville, MD USA website: www.mnsinc.com/dsvtx/ time: Thursday, December 23, 1999 at 18:43:02 (EST) subject: new fan I discovered Ray Lynch's music while browsing in a used book store. I asked the manager what was playing and he told me "Ray Lynch" He said I might be able to find it in the new age section of a record store. A couple of monthes later I was at Tower Records in Washington DC and I found the one Ray Lynch album, the "Best Of, Volume !". I love it and my teenager daughter claims I am more obsessed than she is about her boy bands. Fine by me! My favorite piece is "The Music of What Happens". I would like to know what Ray Lynch listens to, besides, his own music.
name: Stephen Miller age: 18 profession: Computer Tech. place: Huntsville, AL USA website: http://home.collegeclub.com/millersj/ time: Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at 03:32:11 (EST) subject: Your Music, and our town's pop culture You probably would not believe it, that in a backwoods town like Huntsville, AL that your type of music is popular. In fact, the music is TOO popular. Everywhere you go, (pop culture wise), You hear something of Ray Lynch's. I was surprised when I moved here from Miami, FL to hear his music, and I was able to find more of his albums here, than I could fond in Miami. I just want to tahnk you for your wonderful music, and cannot wait for your new album to hit our shelves. I have a friend that works at a music store, and he said when your last album came out, It sold out after 3 hrs. We love your music, and the effect you are bringing on pop culture. I believe that you have helped bring this town out of the 50's and into the 90's by making your music so beautifully. Sincerely, Stephen Miller
name: julie hoskins age: 37 profession: banker place: lakeport, ca USA time: Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 21:43:29 (EST) subject: visit to website i really enjoyed visiting website.i am impressed with features as well as history of what you do. i enjoy helping kathleen and wish the best on your web adventure
name: Rohn M. V. Rutledge age: 35 profession: Restauranteur place: Kingston, WA USA time: Monday, December 20, 1999 at 06:19:21 (EST) subject: Best of Album My 1st introduction to your calming, invigorating, inspiring, outrageous,briliant music came at a small used music store called play it again in Seattle. Among the instrumental music I was scanning for my new restaurant was a copy of your best of album. I listened to the 1st, then the second track on the album via the listening station provided by the small, funky store on Phinney Ridge, and I was amazed; my ears woke up to an incredible sound. I now listen and share you with hundreds of guests of my The Main Street Ale House in Kingston, WA on a JBL surround Sound system at a volume level that fully demonstrates your symphonic mastery and digital capabilities. My guests have asked me for information as to where they can find your albums. I show them your cd cover and they huriedly write down your web adress. I am so proud to play your music at my restaurant and my home! Sincerely, Rohn Rutledge
name: karen tufte age: 47 profession: chef place: mpls, mn USA time: Wednesday, December 15, 1999 at 03:02:44 (EST) what a discovery! Me dear friend told me about you, and after listening to you, i do know your music!!!Alaways wondered ..."where have I heard that before???" Thank you for opening my eyes to your music...keep it up!!!...karen
name: Steve Severin age: 46 profession: Landscape design/sales place: Amherst, Ma USA time: Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 23:16:14 (EST) subject: Thanks Dear Ray, I first heard your music when I became a student of Sri Adi Da in 1985. Although no longer a student in the formal sense I see some of the Boston folks when they come to my town to speak about this teaching. Anyway your music has always had an overwhelming effect on me. I love all of it but have some real favorites which seem to change over time. The Music Of What Happens, is my current one followed closely by Ralph's Rhapsody and The True Spirit Of Mom And Dad from your Best Of CD. Prior to that I favored Over Easy and the entire Deep Breakfast cast. But my all time #1 is Your Feeling Shoulders. That piece opens me up like nothing I've ever heard; tears, smiles, chills, everything spills from its emotional containment. And what's left is pure tranquility......! I bought six tapes of Deep Breakfast to give to each of my wife's and my parents and siblings. That was 13 years ago. This Christmas my sister will be receiving your Best of Ray Lynch CD. So I guess I'm sending you 13 years worth of THANKS! Sincerely, Steve Severin
name: Andy Kolb age: 41 profession: Intl. Manager place: Ingelbach, 57610, Germany time: Saturday, December 11, 1999 at 13:29:33 (EST) subject: Guestbook It was in 1992 when I first heard the music of Ray in Montreal. Since then I love his music and recently all my CDs of Ray were stolen in Thailand.Few days later I heard his music in a public Bar and I am sure from my CDs. I guess now even in Thailand theyll love his music !!
name: Stephanč age: 30 place: Augrabies, ZA time: Friday, December 10, 1999 at 15:51:21 (EST) It took me four years to obtain a Deep Breakfast cd - no one in South Africa has ever heard of Ray Lynch let alone his music. Well one things for sure they don't know what they're missing out on. Thank you for helping me find myself.
name: Robert Grimes age: 21 profession: Microsoft place: Dallas, TX USA website: http://zz.omniges.com time: Wednesday, December 08, 1999 at 00:59:54 (EST) subject: Inspiration... . . . . Ever since I have listened to Ray Lynch's tunes when i was a wee boy, I have done nothing but prosper. It brings inspiration, clarity, and hope to many peoples lives. Many of my friends enjoy listening to Ray's music. I learned to draw, sculpt, and focus from listening to Ray's tunes. I wouldn't have changed it for the world. Thanks Ray...for all the memories and experiences that your music has brought to me.
name: Nathan Sassaman age: 28 profession: Inside Sales Rep place: PLANO, TX USA time: Thursday, December 02, 1999 at 18:04:46 (EST) subject: Deep Breakfast Dear Ray: I just wanted to tell you that Deep Breakfast is a personal favorite. My grandmother gave it to me for Christmas in 1988 right before she died and it is a treasured item of mine. I just wanted to let you know that I love your music and I am glad that you went to Windham Hill, I was a fan that label before you came over. God Bless Ray Sincerely Yours, Nathan Sassaman Dallas, TX
name: tim fujihara age: 40 profession: retail place: vancouver, wa USA time: Thursday, November 25, 1999 at 20:54:01 (EST) wonderful wonderful your music unites all ages to listen as one. there is too much separation of people with regards to musical tastes, it is I'll say again a wonderful experience to see and experience the music of Ray Lynch
name: Craig Wolfe age: 48 profession: creating celebrity bath tub ducks place: San Rafael, CA USA website: www.celebriducks.com time: Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at 17:10:17 (EST) Very shagadelic!!! Love your music!!
name: Karl Scheutzow age: 19 profession: Electrical Engineer Student place: Vermilion, OH USA time: Sunday, November 21, 1999 at 20:49:34 (EST) subject: Great Music Mr. Lynch, Your music is great. I was just introduced to your work and plan to purchase your recordings. You really have a talent for relaxing music. Keep the tunes flowing.
name: Larry Wendell age: 52 profession: Retired place: Kansas City, MO USA time: Saturday, November 20, 1999 at 23:40:18 (EST) subject: Very Interesting Site Mr. Lynch: I got turned onto your music by my friend, Larry J. Mulholland, who is a Over-The-Road Truck Driver with a Major Trucking Firm, and I started riding with him 3 years ago this month of November 1999. He had a couple of your tapes, Deep Breakfast & No Blue Thing, I became an instant Fan! In fact, I am listening on the CD-Rom one of your Album's now,"Ray Lynch Best Of" Vol. one, and I am 2nd heaven listening to it. Keep up the Great Music!
name: jay age: 28 profession: police officer place: Gt. Britain time: Thursday, November 18, 1999 at 14:00:22 (EST) subject: greetings from a fan having been exposed to your music whilst a counsellor in a ymca camp by one of my campers i have always kept an eye open for a ray lynch website that would give us an insight to the man behind the music.....keep it up......after a hard day, nothing relaxes me more than some lynch on the stereo!!!
name: Eric M.Sullenberger age: 17 profession: Student place: Piqua, OH USA time: Thursday, November 11, 1999 at 10:52:16 (EST) Thanks for all of your works. My father and I have enjoyed your music for years. Keep up the good work and keep us informed. Thanks. Eric Sullenberger ~
name: Eric M.Sullenberger age: 17 profession: Student place: Piqua, OH USA time: Thursday, November 11, 1999 at 10:51:04 (EST) Thanks for all of your works. My father and I have enjoyed your music for years. Keep up the good work and keep us informed. Thanks. Eric Sullenberger ~
name: Ron McCarrell age: old profession: Music/Artist Marketing place: Studio City, CA USA time: Tuesday, November 09, 1999 at 13:11:46 (EST) subject: Greetings Hi Ray and Kathleen, I just wanted to "sign in" and let you know that your website is gorgeous!! I hope you're doing well. Best regards. Ron McCarrell Windham Hill
name: Claude Dean age: 36 profession: IT place: Germantown, MD USA time: Thursday, November 04, 1999 at 08:49:34 (EST) subject: Thank You For Your Music I have enjoy the music that you have created in the past, even the new ones. I started teaching Spinning classes, and now use some of your music in the class. Students ask about it and I enjoy sharing what you have given to us. Thank you Very much Claude
name: Mimi age: 45 profession: Writer, Intuitive Reader, Lightworker place: Mi USA time: Thursday, October 28, 1999 at 12:13:51 (EDT) subject: The Music Music is the vehicle that carries the mind, the heart and the soul to places it can only imagine, it can barely remember- lives past, dream states, ethers and countries of pure Light. Ray Lynch is a pure channel and an excellent tour guide for those of us who are awake and aware and on the journey towards remembering our own source. Thank you for the warm and beautiful blankets of sound. I wear them and feel honored. " Come my friend. We will make Light work of this."
name: Mario Jaspers age: 44 place: Columbus, OH USA time: Wednesday, October 27, 1999 at 15:52:20 (EDT) I thoroughly enjoy all 4 of your recordings. You are without a doubt my favorite "New Age" composer/artist! When do you expect to release an album of new material-at least one copy is already sold!
name: Adam Balest age: 23 profession: student -artist place: aptos, cal USA time: Tuesday, October 19, 1999 at 20:26:57 (EDT) subject: music At the age of 11, I first dove into meditation with the help of Deep Breakfast. I had not heard anything as as beautiful and real as the music found on that album. The sounds and melodys I heard coming from my stereo reminded me of my dreams and imagination. To this very day I listen to Ray's music and I am reminded of the beauty that we all have the ability to create. Thank you Adam1
name: James D. Havialnd age: 40 place: Halifax, NS Canada time: Friday, October 08, 1999 at 20:42:46 (EDT) subject: Music as a warm blanket for the soul. I just get lost in the music as it wraps itself around me. What a wonderful way to relax after a hard day at work! I do believe Quandra may be one of the most spiritually moving pieces of music I have ever heard. I look forward to future albums.
name: Giovanna Gualtieri place: USA time: Thursday, October 07, 1999 at 21:40:11 (EDT) "Celestial soda pop" is truly CELESTIAL MUSIC!!!!
name: Philip Albus age: 17 profession: Student / Poet & Amateur-musician place: Staden, Hessen Germany time: Wednesday, October 06, 1999 at 18:28:53 (EDT) It´s hard to express my thoughts about your music in English. It´s like walking through wonderful colored landscapes or diving in oceans full of this magic sound...wow.
name: Ed Trefz place: USA time: Thursday, September 30, 1999 at 08:06:00 (EDT) "Great Music!"
name: Johan age: 33 profession: Engineer place: Switzerland time: Wednesday, September 29, 1999 at 16:28:42 (EDT) I thoroughly enjoy your music and style. I think an amazing album would be something composed by Ray lynch, swiss musician Andreas Vollenweider and french musician Rene Aubry. Could that be a project?
name: Mari Clark profession: Billing Manager place: Huntington Beach, CA USA time: Thursday, September 23, 1999 at 16:32:48 (EDT) I discovered your music a week ago, I have since ordered everything you've recorded. The spirituality of your compositions is truly amazing. Any chance of you performing live any time soon? Peace.
name: Tracy Keryluk age: 29 profession: Newspaper Office Administrator place: Vegreville, AB Canada time: Friday, September 17, 1999 at 18:37:54 (EDT) subject: Thanks I first started listening to your music when I was 16. I cannot begin to tell you the emotion I feel when I am listening to your CD's. You seem to capture the whole spectrum. My boyfriend laughs at me (in a kind way) when, at some songs, I start to cry. He asks me why I listen if it makes me do that. I cry because in this busy world, we shut off alot of emotions to get through the workday. I enjoy reconnecting with those emotions. Your music takes me so many places, to so many different times in my life. (in this world and beyond) You are one amazing musician. I have waited so long to send you this message. Almost half my life. I thank the Divine for you. You have touched my life and obviously many others through your music. I hope you feel extremely good about yourself, knowing what you have accomplished with your time here on earth. And I thank you Ray. Thank you for sharing your talents with the rest of this world. From the depths of my heart, THANK YOU!
name: veronica malicki age: 29 profession: utility worker place: racine, wi USA time: Friday, September 17, 1999 at 16:40:52 (EDT) You are awesome!! I first heard of you when I was visiting my friend who checked herself in to the "mental rehab" facility of our local hospital. A man there started telling me about your music so I thought I'd try it and I was certainly glad I did!!
name: Zachary Ybarra age: 21 profession: EMT for Army Reserves place: Galveston, Tx. USA website: 7400 Joned Dr.Apt.#1015 time: Friday, September 17, 1999 at 12:18:25 (EDT) subject: Fan Loved the site.
Matt Condron age: 32 profession: Draftsman place: San Francisco, CA USA time: Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 12:00:52 (EDT) My first introduction to your music was when i was 21 and i heard 'Tiny Geometries' on a local Colorado radio station. the music was such a departure for me but i heard something real in the melodies. electronic music was something i hadn't explored. i later bought 'Deep Breakfast' to my great enjoyment. i have to say though that my "soul" hadn't really been touched by music until i listened to 'The Sky of Mind'. Bravo!!! the emotion conveyed in this recording is unparalleled; deep, honest, sad, hopeful--an incredible range. i also love 'No Blue Thing' and have only been waiting patiently for more "new" music. i am in appreciation of your mastery.
name: Douglas M. Zink age: 47 profession: school teacher place: Grand Island, NE USA time: Saturday, August 28, 1999 at 21:32:26 (EDT) I just bought my first Ray Lynch recording. Wow! Great stuff. Better than I thought. I really like Ralph's Rhapsody from the BEST OF CD. Where have you been all my life? Keep up the good work. Douglas M. Zink
name: Gabriel Swanson age: 25 profession: musician place: Del Norte, CO USA time: Thursday, August 26, 1999 at 13:52:30 (EDT) subject: Hello Ray ,Your music has influenced me to continue to compose fresh pieces.I really cannot wait for your next album when will it come out?
name: Jamie Schneider age: 25 profession: Programmer place: Chicago, IL USA time: Tuesday, August 24, 1999 at 20:01:54 (EDT) Ray, I've loved your music since the first time I heard it. It was 1991 when a high school teacher played it during a test, and I loved it! I often listened to you to de-stress and find inspiration. I still do to this day. Thank you! Oh, I just got your Best of CD, and LOVED the dance remix of Celestial Soda Pop. A perfect combination of my diverse musical tastes.
name: Doug age: 23 profession: student place: Pittsburgh, PA USA time: Saturday, August 21, 1999 at 12:25:15 (EDT) Ray, I just wanted to let you know that not only do I have all of your albums, but I recently had to replace a worn out copy of Deep Breakfast because I listen to it constantly!!! I just wanted you to know that!!!
name: Linda age: 48 profession: Registered Nurse place: Augusta, GA USA time: Friday, August 13, 1999 at 00:07:56 (EDT) I've got all your CDs and can't wait for the next one.My favorites? "Celestial Soda Pop" and "Clouds Below Your Knees"
name: Richard Waddell age: 47 profession: Musician place: Jamaica Plain, MA USA time: Monday, August 09, 1999 at 13:27:53 (EDT) Ray, Thank you for your kind replies via Kathleen. It is really wonderful to hear back from you--I am looking froward to gettin the book of your music to look at. Please let us know when your next "release" occurs!
name: James Harcourt age: 45 profession: Systems Analyst place: USA time: Monday, August 09, 1999 at 09:02:22 (EDT) subject: Greetings long time friend I remember you Ray from Siegler Springs, the book store downtown S.F. ( Sept. 1975) and San Rafael,Ca. I have been playing Deep Breakfast for my daughter since she was very young. Your music enabled her to go to sleep very very peacefully. I lost your music. So I'm out to find it again. I'm glad to have known you and your wanderful, Soul Hearted music!!
name: Steve age: 17 profession: Student place: Medford, OR USA website: None time: Friday, August 06, 1999 at 19:35:06 (EDT) I just wanted to say that I love your music very much! And want to thank you for making such great work that I can listen to over and over again. I own every album of yours and I love every song! once again thank you for making such great music! Best Regards, Steve.
name: Jenn Anderson age: 17 profession: an unpublished sci-fi novelist (it's more like a hobby) place: WA USA website: http://www.angelfire.com/wa/Spokman time: Friday, August 06, 1999 at 02:12:46 (EDT) I love your music! Excpecailly "Ivory" and, well . . . everything! I hope to see more albums soon!
name: Rebecca Wentzel age: 42 profession: Human Resources place: Warren, OH USA time: Wednesday, August 04, 1999 at 10:55:19 (EDT) subject: Curiousity Somewhat Satisfied Great Web page. I have had a copy of Deep Breakfast for about 9 years now. I have always enjoyed Mr Lynch's music and was curious about other albums. I truly enjoyed his commentary regarding his wonderful compositions. I have since ordered two additional cd's and anxiously await their arrival. I hope it is not too long until his fans are blessed with another.
name: Josh age: 15 profession: Student place: Corpus, TX USA website: http://orion.soupernova.com time: Wednesday, August 04, 1999 at 05:26:58 (EDT) subject: (no subject) Celestial Soda Pop was the song that shaped my life. Since 1986 I've listened to that song, and all of the others, of course. =) Your music is really the perfect type I like, and it's the only music I can listen to again and again for hours at a time. Excellent work.
name: Júlio Cunha age: 30 profession: Teacher place: Viana do Castelo, Portugal time: Monday, August 02, 1999 at 20:48:50 (EDT) subject: Ray Lynch I have the fortune of knowing ray's No blue thing and Deep breakfast, and he is, whith Klaus Schultze, my favourite musician. I hope to find soon other albuns and new stuff! Thank you for your music. Bye.
name: C.S. Graves age: 23 place: Saint John, NB Canada time: Monday, August 02, 1999 at 00:06:25 (EDT) subject: Greetings... Minimal though it may be, I think my favorite piece of yours is "The Temple", and indeed perhaps one of my favorites of all time. Glad to see you're also a cat owner. He looks like a friendly beast. Fare well, Mr. Lynch, and keep composing!
name: Chris age: 52 place: CA USA time: Saturday, July 24, 1999 at 19:11:31 (EDT) subject: Words can't decribe... I just wanted to say that Ray Lynch's music is, and has been, a big part of my life. I received a copy of the tape about 9 years ago, and didn't know anything about the artist. Of course I have all his music now, and love every one of the songs. I totally agree with some of the fans who have written in that the Vanished Gardens of Cordoba is an all time favorite. I go on trips and that song alone in an inspiration and like a prayer to me. I know that it is my favorite song of all times . I know all this has been said before but thank you Ray Lynch for sharing your talent an your thoughts through your most beautiful music.
name: Amber Snow age: 15 profession: H.S. Student (planning on going into Music) place: WI USA time: Friday, July 23, 1999 at 00:30:36 (EDT) Ever since I could remember I've been listening to Deep Breakfast. My brother, who is 16 years older than me, went into the air force when I was about 3 and sent us home some of his "relaxation music" that they gave him in boot camp, which was a tape of Deep Breakfast, and I loved it the instant I heard it. Celestial SodaPop and No Blue Thing are my absolute fave songs in the world now -- I listen to them all the time! Thanks for making such great albumbs, Ray...they've really inspired me in my own musical field!!
name: Adana Robinson age: 25 place: USA time: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 at 23:57:15 (EDT) When I was about 14, a friend of mine gave me a tape that her dad had made her, from a tape a friend had made him, from...etc. It was the most awesome thing I'd ever heard--and nobody knew who did it or where I could get more of it. I have been searching aimlessly for the past ten years. A couple of weeks ago, I went to Stone Mountain, Georgia, where they do a laser show. One of the songs was my all-time favorite from this battered tape I still have. I e-mailed Stone Mountain when I returned home, and they kindly informed me that the song was "Celestial Soap Bubbles" from Ray Lynch. I searched the web, found a site, and ordered everything in sight! The wonders of modern technology! I could never say how much the music on "Deep Breakfast" meant to me for all those years, even though it was just a nameless tape to me until this afternoon. Thanks Ray!
name: jac couch age: 41 profession: inbetween place: clearwater, fl USA time: Tuesday, July 20, 1999 at 22:42:32 (EDT) subject: music that needs no words to provoke emotion I see little mention of "Nothing above your shoulders but the evening" in any of the letters. I have enjoyed all your music, but none as much as "The vanished gardens of Cordoba. While I grew up on rock and roll (and still listen), I have searched for other types of music to help "quiet" my soul. Too many times I have had too strain my ears (and my attention) to "hear" what other artists perform. Finally, I have found music that both pleases my ears and relaxes my soul. My congratuations on taking music where few (if any) have gone. Your music may be instrumental... it provokes the lyrics of my heart!! jac
name: peter dittler & barbara sommers age: 56 place: Soquel, CA USA time: Monday, July 19, 1999 at 00:50:59 (EDT) Did you write a song "valley of the clouds" ? I have been trying to identify the artist for some time so I can buy the CD. Would you please respond. Thanks...Peter
name: Mike Noviski age: 23 profession: Miitary place: Jacksonville, FL USA time: Wednesday, July 14, 1999 at 23:31:06 (EDT) subject: Thanx SO MUCH! I have a 1 1/2 yr old daughter and when my wife first became pregnant it was a very stressful time in both of our lives and with both of us in the Navy it was just added. Well I used to listen to "Deep Breakfast" to try and relax and the song celestial soda pop was the first time our baby ever kicked. And now a 1 1/2 later when she won't calm down in the car seat or at home I just play that tape and she calms down almost instantly. That tape has been a big part of my life we even listened to it the entire time my wife was in labor, it helped her as well as my self. It has traveled half way around the world TWICE with me and has been through 2 conflicts in the world and no matter how stressed me or anybody I worked with got that always seemed to help. Now I just have to find it on CD. Thank You SOOOOO MUCH! Very Respectfully Mike Noviski
name: Ian age: 14 profession: Student place: Columbia, MO USA website: http://visitweb.com/ian's time: Tuesday, July 13, 1999 at 12:36:08 (EDT) subject: Good listening, good for naps Deep Breakfast is one of the first CDs my parents got (back when CD players only played CDS and were the size of small VCRs), so I never remember a time when we didn't have it, it was always there. They always used when it was "nap time" and it worked pretty well. I still enjoy listening to it. The music really does take you places and engulfs your whole mind, but it is also very soothing. Yesterday when I went to Amazon.com I was surprised to find that you had other CDs and I can't wait to get a hold of them.
name: Jeff K. Brunello age: 24 profession: sound designer place: Los Angeles, CA USA time: Saturday, July 10, 1999 at 01:06:16 (EDT) subject: The effect of Ray's music. I was introduced to Ray Lynch's work by a friend during high school. I only wish this had happened sooner, because Ray's music has really been with me ever since. I write to it, I work and edit to it, I drive to it, I just sit and focus on it musically. I'm sure that Ray drew from his own emotions and reasons for writing his music, but I find that I, and fellow lovers of Ray's work, discover ourselves through it. It's almost as if Ray had some power to see into our dreams and emotions and visit the secret places that each person has and retreats to for solitude, and that Ray turned those feelings and desires into music. I find that listening to his music lets me find my hidden parts of the imagination and the heart, as if Ray had known all along where our minds like to wander and has readied it in musical form for us to discover and enjoy. I think we are very fortunate to have Ray's music in our lives, as it affects us each differently and deeply. I hope that I can achieve the same mastery, both technical and aesthetic, of my work as Ray has with his music.
name: Sonny Kaufhold age: 45 profession: Civil Servant place: Kerrville, tx USA time: Tuesday, July 06, 1999 at 11:53:30 (EDT) I was introduced to your music through 'Deep Breakfast' several years ago. I'm one of those people who never buy music. For your music I make a very easy exception. Incidentally, I can think of nothing quite as wonderful as driving through Big Bend listening to Celestial Soda Pop! Keep up the good work.
name: Gabriella Miyares age: 12 profession: none place: Jacksonville, FL USA website: none time: Monday, July 05, 1999 at 14:08:24 (EDT) subject: I love your music! Dear Mr. Lynch: Unlike most of my friends, I listen to classical music instead of pop. Well, my science teacher, Mr. Wiesike, knew that I liked different kinds of music. After I lent him a Star Wars Trilogy CD (he's a huge fan), he insisted that he let me listen to his favorite CD for a while, by someone called Ray Lynch. I had no idea who you were, only that you did something called "classical pop." I brought my teacher's CD home and debated whether to listen or not. Well, curiosity finally won me over, and I heard "Ralph's Rhapsody" on Best Of pouring out of the speakers. I was fascinated. Never had I heard anything like this. I listened to the entire CD a few times over that week, and then reluctantly gave it back to my teacher. "Did you like it?" he said. "I LOVED it." I replied. Later I went on Amazon.com and looked Best Of up. I saved up my allowance and bought it, and it is one of the best purchases I have ever made. I always play this music to put me to sleep, or when doing homework, or to relieve stress, or just because! I have since memorized the entire CD and spread the word to my friends(one of whom bought it!). My favorite part about your music is that each melody and harmony is beautiful. You don't ever overdo the electronics- you instead balance it with instruments used in classical music. I love The Music of What Happens- because I play the violin, and I love Celestial Soda Pop and The True Spirit of Mom and Dad- in fact, I love the whole CD! You are a total genius! Thank you for creating such beautiful music. Sincerely, Gabriella P.S. Looking forward to Best Of- Volume 2!!!!
name: Paul Vallee age: 36 profession: Financial specialist, former rest. owner place: Surfside Beach, SC USA time: Thursday, June 24, 1999 at 23:05:16 (EDT) subject: Your music Let me try to explain it this way. My taste ranges from Bach, Mozart, and Vivaldi, to the Doors, and contemporary (David Lanz etc.) I have an ear for good music(there's alot of JUNK out there), and I'm open minded. But what strikes me most is when I hear music so strong, so compelling, that it rivets me from the first time. It's very rare. "Nothing Above My Shoulders..." is that album. The first time I heard it I was literally riveted, my ear carefully taking in every sound. I could tell right away that this was the result of an incredible amount of work, patience, and discipline. Real artistic discipine. There is not one, not even one misplaced note. Not in the whole album! And the more you listen to it, the more you realize this gift, and it is truly a gift, has to offer. This is truly music that compels the listener to detach from all of life's thoughts and dedicate your senses to what it has to offer. It is the only music that I have felt with all of my senses... Each song is strong by itself, but to listen to only one track is to miss the point. "Nothing above my shoulders.." is a tapestry of sounds, compelling and timeless...carefully woven like fine silk...each stich in its unique way continuing where that last left off...a timeless story that you could listen to forever...the kind of music you hope they play in heaven...or on your wedding night...special, very special. What is best about this album is that if there is a masterpiece that stands out (and it's hard to pick the finest diamond in the sachel of gems) it's logically and musically the final track, "The vanished gardens of cordoba". This track is special by itself, but as the crown jewel of this album, it is the perfect finally to the story. My only regret is that this was my first Ray Lynch album, and I excitedly went out and bought the rest. I'm sure they're nice, and one day I'll really give them a chance. But this album is THAT compelling, I have NEVER heard anything that holds a candle to this. I eagerly await what you have to offer, Ray, and yet sympathise with your dilemna. This album is the pinnacle of the career of an obviously dedicated and bright artist who loves art, not money. I only pray that Ray continues to do it for the love, and forget about mine or anyone else's expectations...that way your talents will truly shine. For you fans who haven't yet heard it, take an evening, dim the lights, light a candle and put everything else on your mind aside...if you're in love, listen alone the first time, then together. I played this album in my restaurant every night, and ALL kinds of people would say, "I have to have that CD!)...See for yourself And by the way, Thanks Ray. You have given a gift that is truly priceless.
name: John David Earnest age: 58 profession: Composer place: New York , NY USA time: Thursday, June 24, 1999 at 18:08:08 (EDT) Ray - What a pleasure to find your "Best Of" album the other day and to locate this web site; it brings back many memories of the legendary European tour in 1966 of the UT Chamber Singers. Congratulations on your great success!
name: Ed Dassori age: 55 profession: Computer Consultant place: Brighton, MI USA time: Tuesday, June 22, 1999 at 12:24:12 (EDT) I really enjoy your music, and I'm hoping for some new work to be released soon. Thanks.
name: DAbase place: CA USA website: http://www.jps.net/dabase/ix.htm time: Monday, June 21, 1999 at 02:50:49 (EDT) I have been listening to your music since at least "Sky of Mind"; as your inspiration; Beloved Ruchira Avatar Adi Da Samraj, is also my inspiration. Your music brings all of us closer to His Brightness. Thank you. Please make use of DAbase (at the above url) as a resource for His digital Gifts.
name: Barry E. Beldin age: 51 profession: Attorney place: Indianapolis, IN USA time: Sunday, June 20, 1999 at 14:27:10 (EDT) subject: Mr. Lynch's Body of Works I think most would say I have an "odd" ("eclectic" being too refined) taste in music. Primarily stuck in the '50's and early '60's, I also enjoy country from that same period, classical, the Rolling Stones and occasionally a current musical hit. Since I first listened to Deep Breakfast, I have been a devoted fan. I then bought the remainder of his albums (except Best of). A tremendous talent. My only "regret" is that his albums are released so infrequently. But for what he has released, thank him!
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