Solitudes Volume Five

Dan Gibson - Solitudes Volume Five

cassette released in 1982

"Dawn on the Desert" presents a most vivid recording of daybreak. The merciless sun and endless, parched sand dunes are absent in this morning mood. Saguaro cactuses radiate their roots wide and far, giving residence to the Gila Woodpecker and Cactus Wren. Coyotes cry and the cooling early wind moans - the desert has a peace all its own. (from the liner notes)

Other species featured: Curve-billed Thrasher, Horned Owl, White-winged Dove, Verdin, Mourning Dove, Gambal's Quail, Common Flicker (Gilded), Cardinal

"Among the Mountain Canyons and Valleys" is a magnificent transcendental setting. Streams glide along valley floors only to vanish at desert's edge. Whip-poor-wills and Whiskered Owls venture throughout. In the distance, the torching sun and sand threatens, only to be suppressed by the welcomed and cherished thunderstorm. (from the liner notes)

Other species featured: Summer Tanager, Cassins Kingbird, Gila Woodpecker, Yellow Warbler, Ash-throated Flycatcher, Black-throated Sparrow, Mockingbird, Plain Titmouse, Acorn Woodpecker, Scott's Oriole, Canyon Wren, Elegant Tregon, Gray-breasted Jays (Mexican)

Tracklisting:

Side 1

1. Dawn on the Desert {29:27}

Side 2

1. Among the Mountain Canyons and Valleys {29:09}

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