On "Annie's Waltz," listeners are transported into an almost meditative mood within seconds, enchanted by a touch of Celtic music, classical influences, and soundtrack-like sounds—all with just ONE guitar, mind you! Compared to the previous album, there are two significant innovations: First, Olaf Sickmann collaborated for the first time with his wife Anja, a talented musician and violinist. The two composed "Annie's Waltz" together, and it also serves as the CD's title. Second, he put his plectrum aside and plucked with only his fingers, which lends the album an additional warmth and naturalness.
Anyone who would like to try out Olaf Sickmann's music on guitar will also find something to enjoy with Annie's Waltz. The CD includes a PDF eBook containing the many short, very personal background stories, as well as sheet music and guitar tablature for all 11 pieces.
"That's how you sell CDs in the age of streaming services! Congratulations!" writes a satisfied Amazon customer. Over the past 15 years, the German composer, guitarist, and tin whistle player has carved out his own niche with timelessly beautiful instrumental music. His works are regularly played on radio and television (including WDR, NDR, MDR, SWR, SR, BR, HR), are very popular in teaching, and are increasingly being used for promotional purposes by companies. Olaf Sickmann's individual talent has not gone unnoticed by the renowned trade magazine Akustik Gitarre: "The composer and guitarist has long since carved out his own niche with his impressively beautiful tone."
01 The Coromandel Jigs
02 Sweet Breakfast
03 Goodbye My Friend
04 Early In The Morning
05 North Music
06 Sad Man From Dublin
07 Weather In April
08 Deep In The Night
09 Classic In The Country
10 Light As A Feather
11 Annie's Waltz
