Among the many live recordings of the 1990s, John Tesh’s Live at Red Rocks (1995) stands out for its fusion of New Age composition and symphonic performance. Recorded at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, this cassette captures a moment when instrumental music found a broader audience through televised concerts and live orchestration.
Backed by the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, Tesh’s performance includes tracks like Barcelona, Fields of Gold, and Against All Odds, blending emotional storytelling with cinematic arrangements. The cassette format itself is a reflection of the era—when physical media offered a tactile connection to music and live recordings were prized by collectors.
This particular copy, released by GTS Records, features the full concert split across two sides, with original case artwork and track listings intact. It has been tested and confirmed to play properly, preserving the clarity of the live performance.
For collectors, this cassette offers insight into the evolution of New Age music and the role of televised concerts in shaping public appreciation for instrumental genres. It’s a piece of musical history that bridges the gap between analog media and orchestral storytelling.
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