Dan Gibson S Solitudes (157 Albums)

Dan Gibson's Solitudes (157 albums)

Dan Gibson was a Canadian photographer, cinematographer and sound recordist who created a brand of music called Solitudes in 1981. Solitudes was a series of albums that captured the sounds of various natural environments, such as forests, oceans, lakes, mountains and wildlife. He also integrated instrumental music into some of his albums, creating thematic elements based on the type of music and instruments used.

Dan Gibson started his career in the late 1940s, taking photographs and making nature films, including Audubon Wildlife Theatre. He produced many films and television series, and learned how to record wildlife sound. He pioneered techniques of recording and designed equipment to optimize results, such as the "Dan Gibson Parabolic Microphone". Some of his early recordings of the 1950s and 1960s were released on LP Records.

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In 1981, he introduced his Solitudes series, which was a huge success. He released 157 albums under this brand until his death in 2006. Some of his most popular albums include Pacific Suite, Great Lakes Suite, Rocky Mountain Suite, Atlantic Suite, Algonquin Suite, Ocean Surf, Thunderstorm in the Wilderness, Voices of the Land, Angels of the Sea, Journey with the Whales and Legend of the Wolf. He also created albums with classical music, such as Pachelbel: Forever by the Sea and Strauss Waltzes (In Concert with the Sea).

Dan Gibson received many awards and honors for his environmental works. In 1994, he was awarded The Order of Canada. In 1997, he received the Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award at the Juno Awards ceremony. In 2004, he released his first DVD, Natural Beauty, which was originally shot in High Definition. His son Gordon Gibson continues his legacy by producing new albums under the Solitudes label.

Dan Gibson's Solitudes is a unique and innovative brand of music that combines nature sounds and instrumental music to create relaxing and inspiring atmospheres. His albums have sold more than 20 million units worldwide, with 11 albums selling 100,000 units each. His work has influenced many artists and listeners who appreciate the beauty and diversity of nature.

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