As a longtime fan of Jim Brickman, I had been frustrated lately by the lack of simple and beautiful instrumental songs that I loved him best for. This CD is just that, a wonderful collection of piano solos, at times with subtle accompaniment that adds a beautiful enhancement. Several songs will tug at your heartstrings with their haunting melodies. There are only a few vocal tracks at the end of this CD, of which the title song is a standout. In all, "Simple Things" earns a spot at the very top of my Jim Brickman collection with his return to what he does best.

This long awaited cd is truly a return to the "simple things" in life, which is what Jim Brickman's music is all about. Just simple solo piano music with a few extras added for effect. This cd is reminiscent of his very first cd entitled "No Words" He receives help from multi-talented electric violin player, Tracy Silverman and his wife, Thea Suits, on flute, on the hauntingly beautiful "Night Rain" Not to be overlooked are the wonderful rich vocals of Rebecca Lynn Howard, on the title track "Simple Things", Tom Douglas, and All-4-One. Brickman fans will truly appreciate a return to the "Simple Things"

I, BEYOND ANY DOUBT, LOVE THIS CD. Jim Brickman's gentle finesse takes me from my usually stressed out and chaotic day to a simpler world where I can unwind and imagine I am in a peaceful and serene paradise. I love to put this CD in when I get home from school, work, or whatever. No matter what, it will put me in a better mood and make me feel "soothed".

I have always been a fan of Jim Brickman, and all of his CDs are superb, but I truly loved "Simple Things". Jim Brickman is an amazing pianist and his unique touch will keep you thinking about his songs after you listen to them. As the title somewhat suggests ("Simple Things") this CD is "simple". Jim Brickman tends to play in the same key and in the same tone throughout a lot of his songs. I have heard that many people do not like this idea and think that Jim Brickman needs to reach beyond his norm to express his talent even further. However, I like the simplicity of his music. I especially like it because I know I can just play the CD and listen to the entire thing and stay in the same state of mind. I hate putting in a CD and having to get up and press the skip button because you do not like a certain song. With "Simple Things" I can just put it in and not worry bout it. It's great!

I love this CD and the truth is, if you like relaxing piano solo's and love to just chill out after work, or whatever it is that you do, you will love this CD as much as I do too.

What can I say about this cd?

Jim still amazes me after all this time. His love of the piano is surely reflected in how he plays. He knows just what to play to make anybody relax. I was at work when I was listening to this cd and for approximately 45 minutes, I was not at work. I forgot what I was doing and just floated away.

He relaxes the mind, body and soul.

He is the true master of the piano.

Jim knows how to make the piano sing.

On this cd, you can imagine why he titled it "Simple Things." In a world full of cell phones, fax machines, the world wide web, "boy bands", too many cars,... Jim brings us back to a time when we should be relaxed and carefree. We spend too much time rushing here and there. Jim takes us to a place that we seldom go to; our imaginary place.

I really do not have much to say about this cd except that it is fantastic. Just like Jim's other cds, I floated away. I was lost in the delicate and soft sounds of the piano.

Thank you Jim for once again making a great cd for those of us who forget to "get away from it all."

Jim is flying high with some of his best works. Night Rain is very moving indeed (even if the DVD playing in the background of his concert goofed up). What ruins the entire CD is Mother's Day. I've had to set my CD player to never play this song. Sickly saccharine, it sets my teeth grating. Still, without that song, a great CD.