Instrumental Recordings

VISTAS is a full length album of thoughtfully composed original music. Inspired by many far away places and people from other lands, this tape of piano solos and instrumental songs is relaxing and serene. An accompanying booklet for students and teachers adds another dimension to the listening experience. The booklet contains enrichment in the form of activities and interesting information for the inqisitive student.  VISTAS is available in cassette tape for $10.00 + $1.00 for shipping. Hear some samples of VISTAS To order VISTAS go to the Products Page. Sample from the booklet.  More about the adventure that inspired much of VISTAS. VISTAS is dedicated to the men and women of the M/V Anastasis, Mercy Ship to the Nations.

Coming Soon  Dreams and Visions This long-awaited instrumental album will be available on Compact Disc or Cassette Tape.

Jim & Andrea Cannon are professional musicians with a background in performance and composition. Their innovative concerts feature a variety of musical instruments and styles as well as demonstrations relating music to other aspects of our life and culture. Alumni of Boston's prestigious Berklee College of Music, the couple speak and perform at educator's conventions, outdoor festivals, churches, libraries and schools. Concert Info || Music for Kids, Parents & Teachers || Homepage

The Adventure

In 1990 Jim & Andrea traveled with their children on a family adventure. They joined the 300-member international crew of "The Mercy Ship" Anastasis in missionary activities. The journey began in North Carolina, continued up the east coast of the U.S., across the Atlantic and included several European ports. Extensive activities and concerts were scheduled throughout Poland and Germany. 

The Anastasis is part of the Youth With A Mission Mercy Ships fleet to bring much needed medical relief, assistance and Christian love to the third world nations. You can visit them here. Here is a photo of the Anastasis.

TORSHAVN (song from VISTAS)

Located north of the British Isles is the nation of the Faroe Islands. The islands were formed long ago by volcanic activity and despite their close proximity to the Arctic Circle, they are affected by the Gulf Stream and remain at a relatively mild temperature throughout the winter and summer. Most Faroese are experienced fisherman whose language and culture reflect the Danish influence. Torshavn, the capital city, is distinguished as the "world's smallest capital city." Translated as "Thor's Harbor", this port is a lovely, small town with a mixture of modern buildings and colorful wooden houses, some with thatched roofs.