TLV

© 2010
Maoz Media
$15.00

In terms of technical proficiency, TLV has everything one could ask for—from the multi-instrumentation of Benny Rubin, who plays electric, acoustic and bass guitar on several tracks—to Roman Kadin, who plays keyboards, saxophone and flute throughout. All of the musical participants on Sounds of Tel Aviv are clearly excellent at their craft.

Described by its creators as “A compilation of worship songs regularly sung in congregations all across Israel,” the album is composed of 10 instrumentals with titles such as, “Lord My Beloved (Adonai Ahuvi),” “Lord, You Are My God (Elohim Eli Ata),” and “Mercy, I Ask (Rachamin Avakesh).” The sounds, some serene, some upbeat, are concise and unobtrusive. These tunes can be listened to by anyone in almost any setting. It is quintessential easy listening.