“Yellowstone Lake” LP Stands Out As A Rare Gem In Its Genre

Bill Freas and a group of musicians, referred to as the “Cottage City Symphony Orchestra,” brought forth a unique LP consisting of ten tracks, in the New Age category entitled, “Yellowstone Lake.” “Yellowstone Lake” is continuing to inspire listeners across all genres and through multiple platforms. Tracks include “Sunset Majesty,” “Incantation of Elk,” “Forest Rain Lullaby,” “Hummingbird Takes Flight,” “Violet Valley Chorale,” “Fire Blessing,” “Moonscapes,” “Waterfall Mantra,” “On Wings of Eagles,” and “Lakeside in Stride,” representing something that is both unique and refreshing in music. Freas, along with composing, arranging and producing the album; also, performed on the piano, keyboard and synthesizer from his studio in Philadelphia, where the album was mixed and mastered.

Freas states, “The very talented instrumentalists on this album were based in London, Philadelphia and Nashville; the string section was based in London, the brass and woodwind musicians were based in Philadelphia and the percussionists and rhythm-section specialists hailed from Nashville. Through this collaboration, everyone definitely surpassed expectations in the creation of this LP, “Yellowstone Lake.” Bill Freas discussed that the early travel limitations of the pandemic forced the project into quite an unusual, long-distance recording style. Freas summarized, “The final sound was as seamless as if I and the other musicians were all laying down the tracks together in the same studio.” The official release of “Yellowstone Lake” was February 26, 2021. It is available across multiple platforms, most anywhere that digital music is sold to include: iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon, Deezer, Tidal, as well as countless other platforms.

According to one listener, “This album is so interesting, complex, yet calming and inspiring, forging new territory in the genre of New Age music. I truly felt as if I was taken to a peaceful spot at Yellowstone Lake to experience all of the tranquility and beauty of the region.” Concluding, “Listening to “Yellowstone Lake” is an incredibly calming and peaceful auditory experience, as if you are actually relaxing at the lakeside, taking in all of the beauty found in this region.” According to Bill Freas, creating an experience where the listeners actually feel as if they are at Yellowstone Lake was a big motivating factor for the album. “This project is special to me because I know it has the ability to directly help people. Definitely with this genre of music, it can literally help to heal a listener’s mind, body, and soul. That’s the most powerful element of music, in my opinion, and especially in a genre built to heal. I call this album “medicinal music.” I know that we can all benefit from music that heals.” Concluding, “ I really enjoyed being able to take the listener on a voyage with me through the Yellowstone locale, as if we are all there taking it all in together.” Freas discussed how producing this album was a “wonderful chance to experiment musically, in a way that he hasn’t in the past.” As a musician, composer, filmmaker and producer, according to Freas, he found “incredible inspiration in experimenting with melding styles, genres, textures, tonalities, and forms to create an experience and an adventure for the listener through this LP. This form of creative freedom can be a very inspiring palette from which to paint.”

Perhaps best summarized by a listener who stated, “Anyone who loves music, intrigue, nature and adventure will love and truly appreciate this album.”

Bill Freas is an accomplished Philadelphia based composer, arranger, producer, and performer. Freas has contributed his musical talents to numerous projects and artists, both during live performances and in the studio. His work spans across many genres, beginning in the mid ‘90’s. He has performed and/or recorded with renowned Philadelphia area ensembles, such as the City Rhythm Orchestra/Big Band, the Black-Eyed Peas Jazz Band, the Philadelphia Sinfonia II, the United States Army Reserve Bands, Purple Sunset, and an Indie Pop-Rock band, namely Marah.

Along with garnering several prestigious music awards and titles, Bill Freas learned to play every instrument, while he studied intensive music theory and composition under esteemed, world-class composer/conductor David Osbon at West Chester University in eastern Pennsylvania. He is also a writer, producer, actor, and runs his music production company, “Crazy Owl Entertainment.” Bill also owns and operates its successful sister company, “Crazy Owl Films,” a film and TV production firm.

The following are links to just a few of the music reviews, which may encourage readers to an even greater extent to listen to this melodic journey; where upon listening, one may very well feel as if you are embarking on a new adventure, both audibly and sonically, by way of Yellowstone National Park, specifically, Yellowstone Lake.


New Age Music Guide (Review by BT Fasmer):
https://newagemusic.guide/new-releases/bill-freas-yellowstone-lake-review/

One World Music Radio (Review by Steve Sheppard):
https://stevesheppardmusicreviews.blogspot.com/2021/06/yellowstone-lake-by-bill-freas.html

Contemporary Fusion (Review by Dick Metcalf)
https://contemporaryfusionrevi... Freas’ LP “Yellowstone Lake” Stands Out as a Rare Gem Its Genre



Freas concluded the interview to state, “There is no album on the market in this genre right now that blends multi-genre sounds and styles like “Yellowstone Lake” does. And, there are very few concept albums out on the market in the genre right now like this LP. I hope that all listeners are inspired, and find something beautiful about the LP that they truly love. This is the gift of making music - providing something beautiful for all who wish to appreciate it.” Listeners who would like to contact Bill Freas directly to share your feedback regarding “Yellowstone Lake” may do so by visiting https://crazy-owl-entertainment.webnode.com/ by completing the contact form.

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