Product Description The refreshing style of pianist, Tony Ashur is featured on his four recordings of inspirational music, 'Mirror Morning,' 'Simple Gifts,' 'Blessed Assurance,' and a newly released Christmas album, 'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime.' Tony brings renewed vitality to traditional hymn and folk tunes including chant, folk hymns, spirituals and Anglo-Celtic tunes.Many people find his music to be comforting and healing. They use it while driving in traffic, to calm children, in meditation and in prayer and for quiet background music. 'His improvisations are lively and filled with joy yet still reverent and reflective.' 'This music will touch your soul and warm your heart.' Tony travels the country giving inspirational concerts, weaving stories of faith and hope with his music. About the Artist Tony Ashur is the chairman of the music department at Georgetown Prepartory School in the Washington D.C. area. He teaches courses in general music and directs the school's choir and instrumental ensembles. He is a frequent lecturer and concert giver at organizations and churches across the country. A graduate of The College of The Holy Cross and The Univerisity of Virginia, Tony has also studied at Catholic University and at The New England Conservatory of Music. "Simple Gifts," is the secoond of his three recordings. Other recordings by Tony include "Mirror Morning," and "Blessed Assurance."
