The Dawntreader - I loved this song long before I ever saw the Pacific Ocean
(or any ocean). Once I became completely enamored with the sea it really
enhanced my love of 'The Dawntreader'. Listening to this version I became
acutely aware that the dynamics & cadence of this song are very much that of
surf on a beach. Hearing her sing this one at this stage of her life after
so many years was almost like hearing a whole new song. The arrangement
really seems to illuminate every image she paints here. The peridots &
periwinkle blue medallions and the gilded galleons sparkle and gleam through
the blue-green of ocean water. You feel the roll of the harbor wake. You
hear the songs that the rigging makes. You taste the spray and smell the
salt air. This thing comes alive and breathes. And the way she sings 'and
the dream of a baby' as if she can hardly bear to say it - heart-wrenching
and very fine.
Beautifully put, Mark! I'm reading your words while listening......dim lights....I'm at the great Pacific.... I think Joni's voice is exquisite .... perfect and fitting on this song...
Oh since it's late......FUCK THE CRITICS....(sorry..this is a word I rarely utter....but fuck the critics..)
'Bree
Mark in Seattle
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