Slatland by Dean Kalaitzidis

Where water meets land and the spirit meets the body there is a place. For every place there is a proper distance. The road is long, it's best we start now.

1. My Dear - Dean Kalaitzidis, 5:50
A psalm to soothe the soul and cleanse the mind. Just in time for the journey ahead.

2. White Church - Dean Kalaitzidis 1:56
Sitting atop a Hillside Bathed in light, a break in the rain and a shaft of golden sunshine quickly passing.

3. The Eagle Trail - Dean Kalaitzidis 6:36
With many miles still ahead, it may prove useful to glide for a while. The updraft is warm.

4. For C.E.A. - Dean Kalaitzidis 7:54
With strength and love.

5. Slatland - Improvisation by Katherine Kalaitzidis and Dean Kalaitzidis 9:41
No plan, no guide, you must ascend to survey your surroundings. It's time to fly on your own.

6. First Word - Dean Kalaitzidis 4:26
The mist has cleared, a new world shines brightly. You have seen the journey's end, now speak your mind.

7. Wallagaraugh - Dean Kalaitzidis 9:13
The lake at last! White lights hang above, blue lights live below. A storm brews about the isle.

8. River Crossing (Winter Wind) - Dean Kalaitzidis 5:21
Careful not to slip, some rocks are looser than they appear.

9. Walkin' - Dean Kalaitzidis 9:55
At the journey's end, you find your feet again on paths you know. You're almost home.

The Weaver of Worlds lives between them all. The spell begins with a single word.

Personnel
Dean Kalaitzidis - Saxophone (1 - 9)
Marley Del Prete - Trumpet (1 - 3)
Blakely Mclean-Davies - Violin (1, 2, 4)
Ceridwen McCooey - Cello (1 - 4)
Katherine Kalaitzidis - Rhodes (5)
Miro Lauritz - Piano (6 - 9)
Isaac Gunnoo - Double Bass (1 - 4, 6 - 9)
Quinn Knight - Drums (6 - 9), Percussion (2)

Artwork Created by Jya-Ruby Nation, Formatting and design by Giselle Switala.

Recorded on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin nation at the Brian Brown studio, VCA by Pat Telfer and Erin Sherlock in December 2022. Mixed By Pat Telfer and Mastered by James Savage.

Released on Awake Nu Records.

I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people, the traditional owners of the land on which this record was made and the Gunaikurnai and Lairmairrener peoples, the traditional owners of the lands that also inspired some of these compositions. The title is a reference to a short story of the same name by author Rebecca Lee, which was leant to me in a time of turmoil by a dear friend. If you have the time, I recommend the read. I'd like to thank all the wonderful musicians and artists who gave their time and heart to my music, and to all my friends and family who've supported me tirelessly through good times and bad. To my musical mentors and heroes, thank you for the warmth and guidance you've shown me. I offer this humble gift in return for your generosity.

Tracklist

1.	My Dear	5:50

2.	White Church	1:56

3.	The Eagle Trail	6:37

4.	For CEA	7:55

5.	Dean Kalaitzidis, Katherine Kalaitzidis - Slatland	9:41

6.	First Word	4:26

7.	Wallagaraugh	9:14

8.	River Crossing (Winter Wind)	5:22

9.	Walkin'	9:55

Credits

released October 12, 2024

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