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Under The Banyan Tree

by Michael Kollwitz & Lance Israel

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    FREE SHIPPING! Includes beautiful photos of the famous Lahaina Banyan Tree Park on Maui (where this album was recorded LIVE) by Rob DeCamp of Nohea Island Images. Graphics by Mort Krajec of Maui Advertising. Planted in 1873 the banyan tree in Lahaina is purported to be the largest banyan tree in the Northern Hemisphere. Perfect place to record an album of Stick and flutes!

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Mixed and mastered by triple Grammy award winner Dave Russell (Steely Dan) of Paia, HI in 2008, "Under The Banyan Tree- Live From Lahaina" was one of Kollwitz's first collaborations and change of direction into more peaceful soothing music. The harmonious fusion of Native American flutes and The Chapman Stick was warmly received by listeners worldwide and in 2008 after the release of the album Kollwitz wrote:

"The music on this recording was born in a divinely inspired meeting of two musicians and an eclectic combination of instruments. We had only just met a few weeks before these recordings were made- at an art fair under the famous banyan tree in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. There were no rehearsals or written music to follow; somehow the music just flowed forth, as if the planets all lined up. We watched and listened to each other. And that was all. It just came out. It was like musical magic and we’re grateful for the fact that this incredible weekend was captured so you may now enjoy it whenever you want a peaceful change of energy- at any time, no matter where you may be. We hope you will enjoy the music as much as we enjoyed making it. Now, take a seat and come join us under the banyan tree. With warm island regards from Lance & Michael."

BIO

One of the instrument’s earliest pioneers and one of Emmett Chapman’s first students, Michael is a Chapman Stick virtuoso with over 40 years experience. Played with both hands using a pianistic technique on a stringed instrument the Chapman Stick is extraordinary yet still uncommon. It may prove to be one of the most expressive and versatile musical instruments ever devised with almost endless possibilities. The result is full, rich music that does not sound quite like any other instrument.

Long devoted to spreading knowledge of the Chapman Stick and the beautiful music it can create, Michael has performed at over a thousand festivals, fairs & corporate events. Carlos Santana called his music “a gift from the heart” that made him feel good the moment he heard it. He’s been an opening act for The Beach Boys, The Goo Goo Dolls and has introduced many to the new instrument over the years including Mick Fleetwood and Herbie Hancock.

His albums and music have spread worldwide. His music has been featured on national radio, in television appearances and he was the subject of an award-winning short documentary entitled “Stick Man”. His musical style has been influenced by many genres including Jazz, Rock, Latin, Hawaiian and Americana. He has recorded and released 21 albums in different genres including his latest releases "Peaceful Journey" and "Serenity" which marks a change of course for his music into the New Age and Ambient genres.

Decades of references and recommendations from fans and clients can be viewed at:

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released January 1, 2008

Lance Israel played eight different wooden flutes on this album including Native American and Japanese Shakuhachi flutes.

Michael Kollwitz used both the 12 string Chapman Grand Stick and the smaller, higher register 10 string Chapman Alto Stick.

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3 BILLBOARD ALBUMS IN A ROW! 'Santa Plays The Stick' debuted at #4 as a Top 10 album in 2019. It also won ZMR's Best Holiday Album award. ‘Serenity III’ charted at both #2 & #3 in 2019. ‘Serenity II’ debuted at #8 in 2018. Michael's music is played worldwide and continues to find appreciative new listeners. Carlos Santana once described Michael’s music as “a gift of the heart.” ... more

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