Kitaro: Thinking of You

Drawing upon an eclectic range of influences, prominent Japanese composer Kitaro has become the epitome of the synthesizer-driven melodies of New Age music. Inspired as a teenager by the music of Otis Redding, he taught himself to play the guitar and played in a progressive rock band before discovering the music of synthesist Klaus Schulze. His music has since consistently reflected his appreciation for nature, as well as his deep spirituality rooted in Buddhist teachings; it expresses a sense of joy and wonder at the world around him. These qualities have garnered him international acclaim and an extremely loyal fan base, and his 1999 album THINKING OF YOU won a Grammy Award for Best New Age Album.