With countless hits and sold-out concerts to his credit it was a safe bet that Jim Brickman's latest would be great - and, it is. Described by the gifted. Brickman himself as "a selection of songs that soothe the spirit and nurture the soul," Grace is a beautiful collage of uplifting songs that represent and speak to different faiths.

Baritone Mario Frangoulis (heard during one of Brickman's recent concert tours) offers a lyrical adaptation of "Ave Maria" that is sure to touch hearts, while Brickman himself soars with an interpretation of the Hebrew prayer Ayn Kaylohenu.

Michael Bolton's powerful rendition of Brickman's original composition "Hear Me" is incredibly moving. The voice of singer/songwriter Ginny Owens brings new meaning to the beloved "Amazing Grace."

All in all Grace is bound to be another chart-topper for Brickman, and a warm, positive, enriching listen for all.

- Gail Cooke

Jim Brickman is one pianist that sets himself apart from all other pianists by somehow creating music that clearly defines that it is he at the keyboards. The only other pianists that I feel do that are Ronnie Aldrich, Andre Previn and believe it or not, Floyd Kramer. This particular CD cannot be considered his best because in my opinion they are all his best and this is certainly no exception. It is very soothing music. I would highly recommend it to anyone who like Jim Brickman or fine music.

Finally nice transcriptions of hymns!! Grace is a great buy all the way. (The DRM restrictions are a little extreme). From the traditional 'Amazing Grace' to the contemporary 'Be Thou Near To Me' Brickman fans won't be disapointed.

I just got this CD for Christmas, and it looks really wonderful. But be forewarned. It has the Sunncomm software embedded on it. Sony and BMG have trade-in programs for their bad CDs, but it looks like Windham Hill doesn't have a trade-in deal to replace these infected CDs.

After two rather disappointing recent albums ('Peace' and 'Love Songs & Lullabies'), Jim's back on form. In my opinion this is his strongest cd since 'Picture This' which contained the smash hit 'Valentine'.

The choice of traditional and original compositions, interesting arrangements, and strong vocal collaborations are what set this collection apart.Stand out tracks include duets with Selah and Ginny Owens plus instrumentals such as 'Israel' and 'Holy,Holy,Holy'.

Hopefully Jim will continue with more inspired collaborations on his forthcoming 'Disney Songs' project. More Olivia Newton John, Collin Raye or Roch Voisine would be welcome plus perhaps a duet with christian music group Avalon or ex - Chicago frontman Peter Cetera.