Bricks in the Wall (1997) is Margaret's debut singer-songwriter album about a woman's experiences with domestic violence. It encompasses many of the emotions and difficulties a woman must face, from leaving the relationship to gaining custody of her child. Ultimately it is a reflection on love, loss, and gaining the strength and wisdom to move forward. The CD is sold with a DVD of the Bricks in the Wall music video, and $3.00 from each album sale goes toward funding Margaret's SAFE through the Arts program for the prevention and awareness of domestic violence for middle school students. To learn more about Safe through the Arts, please visit www.azaleablossom.com, Growing Azalea Music's non-profit sister organization.

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Track Samples:
Breath of Air
Curtains Falls
Bricks In The Wall
Midnight
The Bare Minimum
The Fight To Be Strong
You Must Have Heard Me Pray
Let You Go
The Life We Never Had
There's Nothing Left To Do (But Say Goodbye)
Light At The End Of The Tunnel

Track Descriptions:

Breath of Air - This up-tempo song with full band production deals with the emotions involved with the realization that there may be something amiss in the relationship.

Curtains Falls - This lyrical ballad featuring cello accompaniment celebrates self-love and/or offers comfort to a friend.

Bricks In The Wall - The theme song of the album addressing the less obvious and publicized aspects of domestic violence also features Margaret's flute and piano playing.

Midnight - This haunting ballad featuring piano with full band reminds us that Love can pull us through even in the darkest of hours.

The Bare Minimum - Often unexpressed emotions including anger are the theme for this up-tempo energetic song.

The Fight To Be Strong - This anathematic song rings true for women who have suffered domestic abuse while offering courage and hope.

You Must Have Heard Me Pray - The gratitude in obtaining custody rights is the subject of his lyrical ballad with full string arrangements.

Let You Go - This lyrical country ballad features the fiddle and mandolin playing of Kathy Mathea's Eamon O Rourke with full band.

The Life We Never Had - Classical music inspired this tear jerking mid tempo song featuring violin, flute and cello.

There's Nothing Left To Do (But Say Goodbye) - The title of this up beat country meets rock song sums up the subject matter of this song.

Light At The End Of The Tunnel - Hope and encouragement are the themes of the concluding song of the album performed by full band with the accompaniment of bells and harmony vocals.

On the Threshold of Change features Margaret's flute playing coupled with exquisite harmony tracks, and she accompanies herself on piano and keyboards. The instrumental album also features Bay Area cellist Gay Dunn on three of the compositions and jazz guitarist Mimi Fox (courtesy of Monarch Records) adds upbeat Brazilian flavor to "Breaking Through". Some musical highlights on the album include "Awakening Hearts and Souls Dance", a waltz-like ballad dedicated to her horse, Rosie, and "In the Direction of Home", which won honorable mention in the International UNISONG competition. This album will be appreciated by those who like Paul Horn and Paul Winter.

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Track Samples:
On The Threshold Of Change
Understanding Integration
Surrender to a Safe Place
Forgiveness
In the Direction of Home
Breaking Through
Awakening Hearts and Souls Dance (Rosie's Song)
Living in Lagunitas
Embracing Intimacy
Where Do We Go From Here? (On The Threshold Of Change reprised)

Track Descriptions:

On The Threshold Of Change - a lively, upbeat victory song featuring flute, piano - Margaret Bernstein percussion, sampled bass - Warren Dennis Kahn

Understanding Integration - a dreamy, spatial composition reminiscent of ocean waves

Surrender to a Safe Place - a tranquil, meditative piece featuring flute, piano, sampled harp - Margaret Bernstein , cello - Gay Dunn

Forgiveness - a melodic, classical-sounding tune with flute, sampled strings - Margaret Bernstein , cello - Gay Dunn

In the Direction of Home - a passionate, mood-evoking melody with flute, piano, synthesizers - Margaret Bernstein , cymbal - Warren Dennis Kahn

Breaking Through - a joyful and jazzy samba-like dance tune featuring flute, piano - Margaret Bernstein , percussion - Warren Dennis Kahn , guitar - Mimi Fox (courtesy of Monarch Records)

Awakening Hearts and Souls Dance (Rosie's Song) - a lyrical, flowing, waltz-like melody flute, piano, sampled strings - Margaret Bernstein , cello - Gay Dunn

Living in Lagunitas - a meditative mood piece integrating authentic nature sounds (stream, birds, etc.) flute, piano, synthesizers - Margaret Bernstein

Embracing Intimacy - a Romantic keyboard interlude piano, synthesizers - Margaret Bernstein

Where Do We Go From Here? (On The Threshold Of Change reprised) - a slower interspective rendition of the title track, bringing closure to the musical journey with flute, piano, synthesizer - Margaret Bernstein

Full Circle features Margaret's virtuoso flute playing on ten original, uplifting and spiritual instrumental compositions, from lyrical to upbeat, with piano, acoustic strings, and nature sounds. Suitable for mediation, relaxation, healing, and creative focus, Full Circle appeals to fans of Paul Horn, Rhonda Larson and Radhika Miller.

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Track Samples:
New Life Journey and Dance
Conditions of Happiness
In Search of Completion
Song for Michael
Approaching Amartithi
Rahuri Sunset
Meherabad Morning
Joy In My Life
Love Takes Time
Full Circle

Track Descriptions:

New Life Journey and Dance - Beginning with a flute duet evoking longing of the spirit, the piece engages grand piano and bass in creating a lively up tempo mood.

Conditions of Happiness - Suitable for radio airplay, this relaxing up tempo piece for flute, keyboard and percussion is perfect for the ride home from work.

In Search of Completion - As the most sophisticated piece on the album, this passionate piece is a showcase for acoustic piano utilizing many elements of classical composition.

Song for Michael - This youthful, cheerful melody for flute, piano and chimes evokes happy childhood memories.

Approaching Amartithi - Written for flute, violin and piano, this happy piece evokes a sense of peace as well as excitement as the tempo and dynamics increase within the composition.

Rahuri Sunset - Inspired by a pilgrimage to India, this is a lyrical, meditative piece for solo flute accompanied by a soundtrack of crickets.

Meherabad Morning - Reminiscent of classical chamber music, this lively piece in triple time featuring flute, piano, cello and acoustic bass makes listeners want to dance.

Joy in my Life - A simple joyful piece for flute and harp.

Full Circle - Quiet and serene, this memorable melody played on flute is gently accompanied by synthesizer and a bird soundtrack.

Margaret's "Holiday and Lullaby Collection" is a Christmas-themed variety of traditional favorites and original songs.

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Track Samples:
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Auld Lang Syne
Joy In My Life
Song For Michael
In The Direction of Home
Awakening Hearts and Souls Dance
Bunny Moon and Monkey Sun
Full Circle
Silent Night