Koch has founded this band in the Mid-Eighties and it has been his continuous side project for him ever since. That he is also a master when it comes down to rhythmical matters, can be heard on “Picante”, the debut album of Pablo. The secret behind these successes is certainly Koch’s stunning ability to create beautiful, catchy melodies. his tracks were chosen for important charity compilations (among songs of Pat Metheny, Suzanne Vega, Enja or Sting).

Especially in the United States, where his records reached high positions in the BILLBOARD Charts. With his solo albums 'Flowing', “Laguna de la vera”, “Still Magic”, “Journey to the Heart” and “Walking Through Clouds” the German keyboardist and composer has won himself an established position in the world of New Age.

It's a beauty!īernward Koch & Pablo - the double identity of an internationally renownend instrumental music champion. 'Gentle Spirit' is a soothing balm for the mind and soul.

'A Shimmer of Leaves' ends the album with a message of hope and peace. 'Multi-Colored Windows' has a magical tranquility and a gentle sparkle. 'A Little Ode' shimmers with grace and solitude. More improvised and free, it is both mysterious and reflective with a slightly agitated edge. Elegant and graceful, it harkens back to less stressful and complicated times. 'An Ancient Dance' is a surprising guitar solo that fits in better than you might expect. Flute and organ add some contrasting colors that really work. 'Fragrant Way' also has a compelling rhythm along with a touch of exotic spice - lovely! 'Under Trees' has the lazy pace of an afternoon daydream. I really like 'Get Free,' which picks up the rhythm a bit and offers a poignant, bittersweet melody. As the title suggests, it is reflective and dreamy, seducing the listener into a peaceful state of mind.

If it's possible, 'Immortal Thoughts' is even more soothing. 'Gentle Spirit' begins with 'The Treasure,' a breezy piece for piano, light percussion, and keyboards that sets the serene tone of the album. The production quality on this album is incredible, as it always is with Real Music releases. There are places on this record that remind me strongly of label-mate Kevin Kern - never a bad thing, by any means! I just hope that the Real Music signature sound doesn't become so homogenized that one artist is indistinguishable from the others. He is joined by his wife, Christiane Boehm, on flute, and his brother, Christoph, on percussion, making this is an elegant family project. Koch appears on piano, keyboards, guitar, bass, glockenspiel, and programming. A few of the fifteen tracks have strong but quiet rhythms, while others are more ethereal. Silken melodies float on soft languid tones, soothing the mind and easing away the cares of the day. 'Gentle Spirit' is the perfect title for this latest release from German composer/pianist Bernward Koch.

La Espiral by Aidan Koch