“Restoration” is a project of original guitar and orchestral instrumentals that have the theme of reclaiming, through music, the peace we’ve lost through the fear and chaos of recent events. My wish is that this album will fill your soul and leave you restored!
All songs written and arranged by Mark Baldwin
Mixed and mastered at House of Big by Kent Hooper
“Invitation”
This song and the last song, “Benediction” were the first songs I wrote for the project, and were designed as bookends.
I’m inviting the listener to a place of restoring peace as they listen.
Nylon String Guitar and Vocals – Mark Baldwin
Keyboards and Strings – Brian Green
Additional synths and Strings – Jason Webb
Percussion – Eric Darken
“2. The Longing”
There is more of a Spanish flamenco feel to this song about spiritual longing.
Nylon String Guitar and Vocals – Mark Baldwin
Keyboards and Strings – Philip Keveran
Percussion -Eric Darken
“3. Streams”
This is the only song recorded with a rhythm section on the project, and refers to streams of living water that fill the soul.
Nylon String Guitar and Vocals – Mark Baldwin
Piano, keyboards, and Synths – Jason Webb
Drums – Scott Williamson
Bass – Gary Lunn
Percussion – Eric Darken
“4. Goodness and Mercy”
This only has guitar and keys on it, and is drawn from Psalm 23, “surely goodness and mercy” flowing from God.
Nylon String Guitar and Vocals – Mark Baldwin
Piano and keyboards – Jason Webb
“5. Be Still My Soul”
This timeless hymn, also known as Findlandia, was my Mother’s favorite hymn, and invites us to trust and peace.
Nylon String and Acoustic Steel String Guitars – Mark Baldwin
“6. Benediction”
This is the bookend to “Invitation”, and is a blessing to leave in peace. and hope.
Nylon String and Vocals – Mark Baldwin
Piano, Keyboards, and Strings – Jason Webb
Percussion – Eric Darken
To purchase the entire album as a download, go to https://markbaldwinguitar.bandcamp.com/releases
Or go to the following streaming services which should have the album soon.
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