Streams-of-Time.com ::
Description ::
Streams-of-Time: is a quarterly zine, featuring independent music reviews of numerous genres, including: ambient, chamber music, classical, instrumental, jazz, nature, new age, opera, world, and more.
The site was officially launched on July 1st, 2002 with two reviewers: Joshua and Nancy.
With 2005, we've introduced a total site redesign, and welcome two new reviewers:
Frank and Jack; who will help expand Streams-of-Time into new genres.
Reviewers ::
 Webmaster / IT Professional Has been enjoying and collecting ambient / relaxation music for over 10 years, and has a ever growing music collection. He recently graduated college with a BS in Computer Science, with a Minor in Business Administration. Joshua's taste in relaxing music is somewhat set, favorite artists include Hanai, Jim Brickman, Ken Davis, Enya, as well as others... Creator / Webmaster of: |
 Certified Massage Therapist Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, is an American Massage Therapy Association Professional Member and a Wisconsin Certified Massage Therapist. Nancy describes her taste in music as eclectic. Even before she became a massage therapist in 1997, she viewed music as an essential element in creating a relaxing and healing environment. Her favorite artists include Hanai, Ken Davis, and Charlie Wayne. |
 Analytical Chemist Frank was weaned on Classical Music, and played various Clarinets from 1st grade through High School. Over the years, he has broadened his musical tastes to include Mediaeval and Renaissance in addition to the standard Baroque, Classical and Romantic Genre. Oh!... and let us not forget Opera! Ambient and new Age music are somewhat new to Frank. He was introduced to much of these through the auspices of Streams-of-Time host, Joshua. But with a passion for all forms of Beautiful Music, and a willingness to be challenged, he hopes to provide you with the inspiration to explore. |
 Former music-store manager Has been surrounded by, and enjoyed, music from an early age. A vocalist with various groups in high school, including the county's only high school barbershop quartet, Jack is a lover of almost any genre of music. From Jazz to New Age to rock&roll, nearly every style of music is represented in his extensive CD collection, most of which was assembled during his eight years with a major record retailer. His favorite web surfing music is either jazz or classical. |
Ratings Explained ::
5 / 5, Top Pick! ::
Five out of Five Stars, Top Pick!, is the most prestigious award level Streams-of-Time offers. Albums that are awarded such status truly touch the soul of the reviewer, and are considered the best-of-the-best in quality and are awe-inspiring. These albums have earned an established spot in the reviewer's collection and can't be recommended enough, above all others.
5 / 5, Special Mention ::
Five out of Five Stars, Special Mention, is Streams-of-Time's award to those albums that are just on the verge of being the best-of-the-best. These albums invoke a unique experience for the reviewer, who wants to make it known that these albums deserve special attention, and are continuously highly recommended.
5 / 5 ::
Five out of Five Stars (outstanding), are awarded to albums that are outstanding pieces, that summon strong emotions on a higher level, that are directly tied to the music. These albums are recommended highly.
4 / 5 ::
Four out of Five Stars (above average), awards are given to albums that are of above average quality and have ability to impact the reviewer, but one that also has some room for improvement.
3 / 5 ::
Three out of Five Stars (average), are awarded to albums in which the reviewer feels: the album is of average quality, has much room for improvement, and one where the artist has the potential to excel in future albums. These albums are recommended under special circumstances.
2 / 5 ::
Two out of Five Stars (below average), awards are given to albums that are of below average in quality. The reviewer's expectations were no where near to being met, and which are typically not recommended.
1 / 5 ::
One out of Five Stars (sub-par), rated albums are considered sub-par and lack: organization and emotion. Streams-of-Time reviewers do not recommend these albums.
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