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Recorded at Slot-1 Recording Studios (Ambler, PA) by Rick Denzien
Produced by Michael G. Ronstadt & Rick Denzien
Michael G. Ronstadt, Cello/Guitar/Voice/Aux Percussion
Lyra Project (Rick Denzien & Debra Lee), Background Vocals
Janet Marquardt, Violin on "Corners"

Tracks 1-10 written by Michael G. Ronstadt
Track 11 arranged by Michael G. Ronstadt, "Tam The Bam" (Pete Clark), "Midnight On The Water" (Guy Thomasson), "Old Joe Clark" (traditional)
Track 12 written by Michael G. Ronstadt & Jack Corduroy

Michael G. Ronstadt's 2008 double CD release comes in two parts: Part 1 features the Gypsum Duo's ecclectic blend of jazz, classical, rock, folk, and traditional Mexican music. Part 2 includes unaccompanied solo cello works in the classical genre. Both albums allow listeners to see Michael Ronstadt’s cross-genre musical endeavors. Buy both CD's and enjoy a tapestry of sound.
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Includes Sandy Suskind (flute), Petie Ronstadt (bass), Sam Eagon (drums/bass), Rebeccah Parker Downs (cello), Shannon Wheeler (cello), Ryan Child (cello), Wes Davidson (guitar), Steve Wethington (guitar), and Rome (spoken word).

"Disc two is a collection of contemporary classical works, most of them written by Ronstadt, that show him to be a performer with an amazing command of the typical and exotic sounds of the cello, a true virtuoso and a man of instinctive musicality. As a composer Ronstadt is well qualified, creating moody soundscapes that reference a broad range of global and contemporary currents while generating something distinctively his own"(Dan Buckley, Tucson Citizen, Nov. 19, 2008 - http://www.tucsoncitizen.com/daily/entertainment/103097.php)

A very talented new artist, both as a musician and writer.
author: Maurice P. Hedgecock

It hard to justify FIVE stars for any CD, but I feel so much is new and unique while being delivered so professionally it deserves this rating to get people to listen.
From the first track there is evidence of a fresh talent in the writing, and this continues with each track. Michael G's talent was suitably complemented by those who backed him on some of the tracks, some nice bass work in particular by his brother Petie.
To comment on some individual tracks which particularly impressed. 'Disconnected' I thought was both clever and thought provoking in its lyrics. Tonally I especially liked 'Page in Life' (which his father Michael J adds his talent too) and the title track 'Motionless Swirls.' All were well sustained by Bryan Matyjasik on drums. All in all, a talented writer, musician and singer with good backing who deserves to go from strength to strength.

CD of Praise and Worship/Gospel songs recorded by Michael J. Ronstadt (guitar/vocals) and Michael G. Ronstadt (cello).

2nd CD Release of the Tucson, Arizona based guitar duo, Desert Rain, made up of Michael G. Ronstadt (guitar/cello) and Jonathan Confer (guitar). A wonderful, relaxing instrumental album for all generations.

The debut CD release for Desert Rain, made up of Michael G. Ronstadt (guitar) and Jonathan Confer (guitar). A wonderful, relaxing instrumental CD that will take you on a journey you won't forget. Recorded by Thundering Rain Productions (Michael J. Ronstadt) in 1998 when Michael G. Ronstadt and Jonathan Confer were finishing up 8th grade.