2002 Release Album ‘The Wishing Well’

March 23, 2026

““The Wishing Well” is a luminous offering, a reminder of the transformative power of intention and the enduring magic of music that speaks directly to the heart.” – Kamil Bobin

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“It invites us to reflect, to breathe more deeply, to remember the stories that shape us, and to dream with intention.” – Team NMA

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The Wishing Well is the 23rd album released by 2002! It is a collection of new songs inspired by tales from other lands as well as by a few personal stories. The album opens with an overture celebrating the original instruments and rhythms that comprise the signature sound of 2002, a sound that continues to evolve over 3 decades later. Bellehaven revisits the birthplace of the band in a garage converted to a recording studio.

The Spiral of Heaven recounts a journey to the Four Corners region of the United States 34 years ago, a magical place where the stars seemed close enough to reach out and touch. Savitri’s Dream harkens back to a beloved book, that many years later became a soundtrack album of songs. Other songs touch on legends and myths from other cultures and how we are all connected in the end. The Wishing Well is indeed a personal journey and we invite you to come along!

The award-winning band 2002 has placed 12 albums on the Billboard Charts and made the list of top new age artists in a Billboard Magazine “Year in Review” issue alongside Yanni, Mannheim Steamroller, Jim Brickman, George Winston and Enya. Over their 34 year career, their ever-evolving sound has encompassed a wide range of genres – from wistful ambient soundscapes all the way to light progressive rock. This daring blend of musical styles has given them an undeniable “signature sound” that sets them apart from other recording artists. In 2021, the group was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by One World Music Radio. Over 1.5 Billion streams!

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Bob Yonker Releases Album ‘Dreams of Light’

February 23, 2026

Dreams of Light is a collection of improvisational solo piano compositions by Bob Yonker, recorded entirely in the moment.

Guided by intention and presence, each piece was performed as it emerged—untouched by prewritten notes or rigid structure.

The result is an album that offers listeners a gentle sanctuary of sound, inviting stillness, reflection, and emotional renewal.

Deeply contemplative and spiritually uplifting, Dreams of Light serves as a companion for meditation, quiet moments, and healing experiences.

Bob Yonker creates solo piano music with the intention of calming the mind, soothing the soul, and healing the planet—one note at a time.

Growing up in the Northeast, Bob’s earliest musical memories are of his mother singing and playing piano in their home. Fascinated by the instrument and the sounds it produced, he began experimenting on his own, teaching himself simple songs by the age of four. At six, he took lessons for a year, though it soon became clear that he was playing entirely by ear rather than reading music. His teacher famously discovered this after Bob performed his recital piece flawlessly—but in the wrong key. Although he later learned to read music, Bob has always felt most at home expressing himself through his own style and original compositions.

After being told by colleges that his unconventional approach did not align with traditional classical training, Bob chose a different path. He earned a degree in Agricultural Science from Penn State and spent many years working to help the environment. During this time, he also worked second jobs in group homes for individuals with developmental challenges—work he found deeply meaningful—and served as the organist for various churches where he lived.

In the 1990s, while still working full-time, Bob returned to school and earned a triple degree in Special Education, Elementary Education, and Early Childhood Education. This led to a new chapter as a special needs teacher, a role he embraced and enjoyed for 15 years. He and many of his teaching colleagues used his music in the classroom and found that the students experienced increased calm, focus, concentration, and productivity.

Re-energized and creatively inspired by his teaching career, Bob eventually returned to his first love—music. He has since composed eleven albums of contemplative, contemporary, and meditative solo piano music, along with a Christmas album. His latest release, Dreams of Light, is an improvisational album recorded entirely in the moment at the studio. As with all of Bob’s music, each piece is created with the intention of bringing calm, joy, and healing to the listener.

He has also been commissioned by individuals to “channel” and record personalized piano pieces uniquely attuned to their frequency with the listeners reporting beautiful emotional releases and healings. (Spirit Songs)

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Trent Hanna Releases EP ‘Soul of a Hummingbird’

February 11, 2026

Soul of a Hummingbird is an intimate collection of solo piano pieces inspired by nature, loved ones, and a deep sense of inner calm. Seamlessly blending New Age and classical influences, the music feels both simple and intricately detailed, allowing each note to breathe with purpose and emotion.

The compositions drift between hope, whimsy, and gentle reflection, moving with a natural grace that feels spontaneous yet intentional. Thoughtful and expressive, the album invites listeners into moments of stillness, wonder, and peaceful connection.

Trent Hanna is a versatile pianist and composer known for his emotive and expansive works, primarily for solo piano, though his compositions span a wide range of instrumental combinations.

His music blends diverse styles, seamlessly merging classical traditions with modern influences, jazz, and ambient textures.

Drawing inspiration from the natural world, Hanna’s pieces evoke vivid landscapes, shifting atmospheres, and the subtle rhythms of nature, offering listeners a deep, immersive experience.

His unique approach to composition is marked by an attention to detail and a fluidity that allows his music to transcend genres, inviting reflection and connection.

Whether performing his own works or composing for other ensembles, Trent Hanna’s music reflects his passion for storytelling and his ability to capture both the complexity and simplicity of the world around us.

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‘Metanoia’ The Latest Album from Falling You

January 21, 2026

Metanoia is the latest sonic journey from composer and sound sculptor John Michael Zorko, under his long-running ambient-ethereal project Falling You. This immersive 11-track album unfolds as a deeply emotional and meditative exploration of change, memory, and transformation. Anchored by atmospheric synths, textured guitars, and cinematic sound design, Metanoia features a stunning cast of guest vocalists whose voices carry the project’s lyrical and emotional weight.

Contributors include Dru Allen on the shimmering “Alcyone,” Courtney Grace on the haunting “Flesh to Tree” and “Ariadne,” Jennifer Wilde on the elegiac “Demiurge (Momento Eorum)” and the tender closer “A Thread of Happiness,” and Amelia Hogan, Erica Mulkey, Anji Lum, and Colleen Segale, among others. Each track is a chapter in an introspective narrative that spans grief, beauty, cosmic longing, and quiet resilience. With its slow-building arcs and rich layers, Metanoia is not just an album—it’s an emotional environment, a space to inhabit.

Falling You continues to blur the line between ambient, dream pop, and cinematic post-rock, drawing listeners inward with both intimacy and grandeur. At once deeply personal and universally resonant, Metanoia is an invitation to reflect, to feel, and ultimately, to transform.

Falling You is an ethereal and ambient music project founded in 1995 by composer and sound designer John Michael Zorko. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, the project is known for its lush, cinematic soundscapes and deeply emotional tone. At its core, Falling You is a collaborative effort. Each release brings together Zorko’s intricate instrumental compositions with the voices of guest artists he personally invites to participate—vocalists whose work he respects and deeply admires.

The new album, Metanoia, continues this tradition with a collection of haunting and immersive tracks that explore transformation, memory, and emotional renewal. The term “metanoia” refers to a profound change of heart or mind, which reflects the spiritual and introspective themes running through the album. For this release, Zorko is joined by a remarkable group of collaborators, including Dru Allen, Courtney Grace, Slim Heilpern, Amelia Hogan, Anji Lum, Ryan Lum, Erica Mulkey, Colleen Segale, Shikhee, and Jennifer Wilde. Each artist contributes a unique emotional layer, lending their voice or instrumental talent to the unfolding journey.

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Lynn Patrick’s Latest Album ‘Water Stones’

January 21, 2026

Water Stones is the latest instrumental offering from award-winning guitarist and composer Lynn Patrick. Blending luminous acoustic guitar melodies with layers of mandolin, violin, upright bass, and gentle percussion, this mostly all-string collection draws from contemporary folk while subtly weaving in elements of jazz and country.

Each track flows with uplifting warmth and lyrical grace, showcasing Patrick’s expressive, heartfelt guitar work and gift for melody. The album’s title serves as a poetic metaphor for resilience and healing—how time and experience, like water shaping stone, soften the edges of life’s challenges and open the heart to compassion. From bright, joyful grooves to spacious, contemplative pieces, Water Stones offers a serene, emotionally rich listening experience that gently guides the listener inward, toward reflection, renewal, and peace. Whether played during moments of quiet solitude or shared as a calming backdrop to daily life, the music invites connection—to nature, to emotion, and to something greater. It’s a sonic landscape crafted not just for listening, but for feeling deeply.

Lynn Patrick grew up in Florida, surrounded by music. Her family sang and played instruments for fun—piano, ukulele, banjo, and guitar. Early experiences, including many trips to the ocean, swimming, snorkelling on coral reefs, sailing, and horseback riding, formed the foundation of her creative life. After earning a Humanities degree from Florida State University in 1983, she moved to Boston to pursue music, then settled in Colorado two years later, where the Rockies deeply inspired her sound. For the past 23 years, she has lived in the mountains west of Boulder, drawing inspiration and creative energy from the surrounding beauty. A lifelong lover of nature, Patrick channels the outdoors directly into her melodic, soulful, uplifting, and heartfelt guitar work.

She has produced, recorded, published and released six albums of original instrumental music and one singer/songwriter album, earning recognition for her signature guitar style. Patrick is a two- time Independent Music Award winner for Best New Age Song, a USA Songwriting Competition finalist, and a multi-time finalist with the Indie Acoustic Awards and the International Acoustic Music Awards.

The CBS daytime drama The Young and the Restless, from Sony Pictures Television, featured her music for three years, during which she also spent a year as a show songwriter. Emmy Award–winning music supervisor Paul F. Antonelli, who regularly showcased her work on the series, says:

“Lynn’s music is beautifully poignant and filled with emotional nuance… she’s a master.”

Patrick’s compositions have also appeared in documentaries such as Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild, Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin, and Mariel Hemingway’s Running From Crazy, and her music has been featured on The Weather Channel, NPR, and SiriusXM. Across Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and other platforms, Lynn’s music has been streamed more than 16 million times.

She has performed nationwide at venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheatre (opening for Dan Fogelberg), The Bitter End in New York, The Bluebird Café in Nashville, SXSW in Austin, as well as eTown, the Boulder Theater, and festivals throughout Colorado.

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Dan Chadburn Releases Album ‘Sacred Balance’

October 15, 2025

Sacred Balance is dedicated to the memory of Mark Alan Smith, an extraordinary artist and cherished friend who faced his battle with cancer with courage and grace. This album is offered in his honor with the hope that its music encourages listeners to pause, breathe, and witness the vibrant beauty that surrounds us, even when the world feels chaotic or turned upside down.

Originally composed as a series of pieces for solo piano, the subsequent addition of cello melodies deepens the expressive connection, evoking the quiet strength and sacred calm residing within each of us, even in the presence of life’s turbulent storms. May the music serve both as a remembrance and a reminder that stillness, beauty, and balance are always within reach…

Dan Chadburn is an award-winning pianist and composer whose music has touched audiences around the world. A native of Oregon, he earned his Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, WA, and later pursued his passion for sound and innovation by completing a Master of Music in ElectroAcoustic Composition at City University in London. This blend of classical training and contemporary exploration informs his unique style, balancing technical mastery with emotional depth.

Dan has released ten albums in the new age and solo piano genres, many of which have appeared in the Top 10 of Zone Music Reporter’s Top 100 Chart. Known for its warmth, depth, and emotional resonance, his music has also been featured on charitable compilations like The Heart Aid Project (benefiting victims of 9/11) and Proud and Peaceful (supporting GALA choruses).

As a performer, Dan has appeared at some of the nation’s most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, Symphony Hall in Boston, and The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

Together with his husband and musical collaborator, Tom Nichols, Dan has performed concerts nationwide to benefit numerous charitable causes. The two are also frequently commissioned to compose choral anthems for GALA choruses, including recent works for the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida and the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC.

Whether on stage or in the studio, Dan’s mission is simple yet profound: to create music that uplifts the spirit, fosters connection, and reminds us of our shared humanity.

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Lynn Tredeau Releases Album ‘Time Dances Past’

September 25, 2025

“Lynn has a velvety, expressive touch on the piano keys that perfectly suits this gentle, dreamy music.” – Kathy Parsons, Mainly Piano

“She has a style that is, both gentle, but artistically clever” – Steve Sheppard from One World Music Radio

“Melodically soul capturing” – Jonathan Widran of The JW Vibe

A message from Lynn about “Time Dances Past”

“Time Dances Past” evokes the reality of an unstoppable passage of time and the silent ballet of moments slipping through our lives. Each step is a memory and each twirl a season gone by. There is a bittersweet beauty of how life leaves behind footprints made of shadows and light. I share my tales of wonder and melancholy to remind us all that while we cannot hold on to time, we can feel its rhythm every day of our lives. I am so very grateful to my family, friends & fans. Your continued support inspires the music, gives meaning to the journey, and keeps me grounded. A special thank you to all the generous members of my musical family for being there to listen and sometimes give a little push.

Described as “both gentle and artistically clever” (Steve Sheppard, One World Music Radio), and lauded with “the art of sharing emotion has to be one of this artist’s greatest talents,” (Dana Wright, New Age Music Reviews), pianist and composer Lynn Tredeau is an artist heralded for her depth of emotional storytelling. A master of solo piano, Tredeau has won multiple accolades testifying to both her prowess and ability to connect to an audience, including Enlightened Piano’s Best Holiday Album (2016), Zone Music Reporter’s Best Solo Piano Album (2018) & (2019), and holding long standing top 10 positions in the charts across a plethora of radio stations.

Equipped with her technical proficiency and inspired by experiences with a variety of places, people, and events, Tredeau crafted statements of sonic expression rich with emotional integrity. This compositional process culminated in the release of her debut solo album, Echoes of Life (2015). Energized by its success, Tredeau proceeded to release nine albums in the course of the next eight years, charting #1 on One World Music Radio (2015), holding a top 10 position at OWMR for eight consecutive months (2016), and reaching #7 worldwide with her fifth album, Fellowship of Solitude (2018). Both Fellowship of Solitude and its successor, All the Pieces (2019) earned Zone Music Reporter’s Best Solo Piano Album award. Other notable solo piano releases include Many Branches awarded Best Solo Piano Album (2023), and multiple nominations received by A Quiet Path (2021) and Reflection (2022) for Solo Piano Album of the Year – a testament to the consistency of Tredeau’s brilliance.

Tredeau’s compositional ability continues to be showcased with her 11th album, Time Dances Past. Her talents are also being featured in several other collaborative projects coming later in 2025. Each of these musical endeavours celebrate her creative vision and desire of sharing the music yet to be.

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Fiona Joy Hawkins Releases Album ‘When Shadows Talk’

August 24, 2025

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‘When Shadows Talk’ offers musical storytelling that explores inward and outward reflection. “Many of the pieces are about my creative process as an artist and bring to life behind-the-scenes workings of what it takes to dig deep enough to find valuable conversations.” – FJH

I went into a self-imposed lockdown for much of the writing to find my creative centre. This exile allowed me to explore what lies deep beneath the surface and is often passed over or suppressed, both personally and in the context of broader community discussion.

The project threw up many obstacles, starting with the need to find another piano on the first day of recording. My plans were plagued with multiple instrument and venue issues, but fortunately, those involved were committed to helping me bring the project to life. My thanks go to Peter Stevenson (Producer), Michael Luchich (Engineer), Wayne Stuart (Piano Maker) and Tony Prince (Piano Tuner).

As I look back, I can laugh at the comedy in all that went wrong: Three broken strings, a “buzz” in A above middle C (A4) caused by a screwdriver left inside the piano, wood-chopping, lawn-mowing, dog barking, council truck (road works), rain (tin roof), building frame expansion/contraction, power outage (for 2 hours), mic connection issues… and that didn’t include the piano player/composer hitting the wall from exhaustion and frustration!

Despite extensive hold-ups, we did it, and I hope you, as the listener, find a work of beauty that holds something of value.

ARIA nominated Australian classically trained Pianist, Composer and Singer, crossing genres from Neoclassical to New Age, Celtic and Jazz.

‘My greatest hope is that my music makes a difference.’ Fiona Joy Hawkins produces original ethereal music to soothe the soul. It is also a passion to make music videos to tell the stories of our lives and the natural world around us.

Living in rural Australia, Fiona has played at New York’s Carnegie Hall, the New Orleans Jazz Museum, Sydney Opera House, Echoes/NPR Radio, Grammy Museum & concert halls of China. Inspired by Chopin & Mendelssohn. Winner of International awards, including: ‘Grace’ on Grammy-winning album, and ARIA Finalist, IMA Winner.

“Anyone who can write music that transcends genre and moves into the realm of self-examination is a person to follow and enjoy. Wonderful!”  - John M. Crossett, Aural Musings

“For me, she is a modern female Beethoven. I know that is very high praise, but I think many folks will be looking back many years from now, and she will still be current. That is what makes her music stand the test of time. Her albums play smooth, like a good book you just can’t put down, and yet before you know it is over.”  - Dave Wilson AudioAficionado.org.

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Victor Towle Releases Album ‘Sleight of Hand’

July 3, 2025

His new album Sleight Of Hand, unlike much string-based New Age music, is not derived from Eastern music tradition. Rather, Victor drew inspiration from his life, his experiences, and his surroundings. Sleight Of Hand evokes the deception and beauty of our beliefs of our experiences. Inspired by the whispers of subtle streams to the cool shade and chilly peaks of the Rocky Mountains, Sleight Of Hand is a reflection on the nature of life, the ephemeral cycle of the seasons, and the raw, emotional foundation of judgements of ourselves as human beings.

Unlike many albums where the pieces are perfected and performed widely live before recording, the music on Sleight Of Hand was written as initial ideas and then refined by Victor through live performance at meditation classes multiple times per week. This process allowed Victor to capture the most distilled form of the ideas and emotions that constitute each piece, creating an end product that is both authentic and field-tested. Then, Victor hand picked the perfect soloist and accompanying musician to add to the secret understanding and desire for the emotion of each song.

With Sleight Of Hand, Victor has successfully tapped into both that universal interconnected experience of being human, and his own personal expression of what it means to be Victor Towle. Sleight Of Hand leaves listeners with simultaneously an affirming answer and an unanswerable question!

Victor Towle is an eclectic and multi-talented artist who has gained recognition in the New Age music scene for his expertise in various styles. Victor soon began his musical journey by listening to classic pop hits on the AM radio he was gifted by his grandfather. Then branching out to legendary guitarists such as the iconic Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, and Wes Montgomery.

Throughout his school years, Victor was exposed to different styles of music, including jazz, which he played in school bands, and rock, pop, and blues, which he played in a party band called “The Band.” His fascination with jazz legends such as John Coltrane, Dexter Gordon, and Miles Davis, whom he discovered during this period, continued to shape his musical preferences throughout his life. After completing his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Psychology and Rehabilitation Counseling, respectively, Victor began his professional career in social work and counseling for those who had a brain injury.

As a guitarist and soloist, Victor has grown his instrumental repertoire, owing to his extensive experience as a leader and collaborator. He attributes his musical development to his professional career, which includes working as a Clinical Care Manager for rehabilitation, as well as his involvement with yoga and meditation. Victor’s passion for using his guitar music as an aide in meditative and rehabilitative practices inspired his latest albums, “Acoustic Reflections”,”Colorado Zen,” “The Space In Between”, and “Still Young For Another Day”, which showcases his eclectic musical background and the immersive soundscapes of New Age music.

His album “Colorado Zen” was nominated for New Age Music Acoustic Instrumental Album of the Year and reached #8 on the New Age Music charts (Zone Music Reporter). The song “Spring Crocus” was also featured on Sirius XM Spa channel. His album “The Space In Between” reached #11 and the song “Storm On The Horizon was also added to Sirius XM Spa channel.

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David M. Edwards Releases Album ‘Memories of You’

July 1, 2025

“Memories of You” is the fourth album released by David M. Edwards. It includes 15 original piano pieces that take the listener on a journey featuring a wide range of emotions. From the joyous “Swallows in Flight” through the stormy “Tempest,” we travel through a landscape featuring elements of the natural world. Ultimately the journey comes to rest with a nice “Walk in the Park,” and a magical transport to the peaceful scene of “Dolphins Swimming Underwater.” It’s a journey you’ll want to take again and again.

“David M. Edwards is a pianist of great style and fluency… a manifestation of a timeless collection of beautiful solo piano compositions, ones that will linger for a long while within the musical memory… an album of the heart, performed by a musician who is clearly playing from it. … it is eternal and played with the honesty and sublime brilliance you would imagine from a seasoned master.”

– Steve Shepherd, One World Music Radio

David M. Edwards played many different styles of music in his career, including classical, jazz, rock and country (one of his bands was signed to Capitol Records) before finding his own style in New Age piano. His first two albums (released as Dave Edwards) were an eclectic mix of styles drawn from his years as a performer. Following the release of those albums, he felt solo piano was the most natural for him. This led to the release of his third album, “Still the River Flows” in 2019.

After that album was released, he developed a series of serious health issues, including osteoarthritis in his hands, which affected his ability to play the piano or read music. He was unable to play the piano for almost three years. After multiple surgeries and physical therapy, he gradually was able to play and compose music again.

His fourth album, “Memories of You,” is the culmination of his struggle to get back to creating music. While he is still somewhat limited in the amount of time he can spend playing, he plays and records new music as much as possible, and hopes to release several more albums in the coming years.

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