released January 1, 2001

All compositions © Chris Welch.
Produced by Chris Welch.
Mixed by David Pascal and Chris Welch.
Mastering by David Pascal.
Recorded at Triad Studios, Redmond, WA.
Additional recording at Chris's house.
CD Design and Layout by John Bishop/Origin Arts.

"Like a soft twilight at the end of a lovely spring day, this collection of interludes, lullabies, and nocturnes ushers the listener into a dreamy world of peace, serenity, and safety. Anchored by Welch's contemplative piano, the tunes also feature the sparing use of accompaniments such as guitar, bass, and (especially lovely) vibraphone. This is not an album of glitz and glamour, but rather a heartfelt song to the still moments of ordinary beauty that make up a truly soulful day. In other words, the pleasures of this album unfold slowly, over repeated listenings. Standout tracks include the Lullaby #2 in D Major and the Nocturne in F# Minor. For fun, there's also a Bossa Nova Lullaby in Db."
-Carl McColman, New Age Voice Magazine

"Sweet, gentle melodies. Welch promises "Night Music" and truly delivers. You will be thankful for the peace and melodic mastery of his musical vision."
-Bill Fisher, Victory Music Review

"This is a damn good album. Inspired by the birth of Chris's child, Night Music is a collection of gentle lullabies and nocturnes that never crosses over into pretentiousness or saccharine territory. Instead, the gentle melodies offer sincere gentility, abundant warmth, and an overall sense of comfort and well-being. Chris and his accompanists elevate these uncluttered simple songs way above their modest aims. Of course, it goes without saying that rocking your child to sleep with this CD playing would be a joy - for both of you! Night Music is a splendid effort and I recommend it to new age music, adult contemporary, and acoustic music fans without reservation."
-Bill Binkelman, editor, Wind and Wire magazine

"Anyone who's after the subtler sound of music will want to listen to Night Music. It's beautiful, not busy, melancholy, thoughtful...give it a shot!"
-Ben Ohmart, Muse's Muse Music Reviews

"Night Music really should be listened to and savored. My favorite track is "Nocturne in C Minor", which begins with a melancholy guitar melody line. Welch comes in with a simple rhythm on piano, and then the piece evolves into a gorgeous duet for piano and guitar, maintaining the bittersweet flavor of the opening passage, but becoming improvised and almost bluesy. A great piece! The opening track, "Prelude, Op. 11 #3" is also especially nice - a warm and inviting solo piano piece with a jazzy rhythm. "Interlude #2" opens with rather darkly mysterious piano chords, and then the guitar enters to lighten the mood a bit - another stand-out piano and guitar duet. Classical influences can be heard in Welch's music as well as the more obvious jazz background. It is immediately accessible, but complex enough to listen to over and over, discovering different nuances each time. This is a very enjoyable album, and I recommend it!"
- Kathy Parsons, Solo Piano Publications

"These lullabies and nocturnes are a perfect end to anyone's day. Original compositions performed by a small ensemble encourage you to wrap up in a blanket and rock yourself (or someone else) to sleep."
-NAPRA Review