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List Price: $15.98 | | Label: American Gramaphone
Salesrank: 3588
Released: May 20, 2003 |
| Our Price: $6.99 |
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| Media: Audio CD |
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American Spirit Track Listing:
1. Star Spangled Banner - Mannheim Steamroller
2. American Spirit - Mannheim Steamroller, C.W. McCall
3. America the Beautiful - Mannheim Steamroller
4. Convoy - Mannheim Steamroller, C.W. McCall
5. Fanfare for the Common Man - Mannheim Steamroller
6. Yellowstone Morning - Mannheim Steamroller
7. Heritage - Mannheim Steamroller
8. Wolf Creek Pass - Mannheim Steamroller, C.W. McCall
9. Home on the Range - Mannheim Steamroller
10. Mt. McKinley - Mannheim Steamroller
11. Cloudburst - Mannheim Steamroller
12. Tin Type - Mannheim Steamroller, C.W. McCall
13. Battle Hymn of the Republic - Mannheim Steamroller
American Spirit Reviews:
A different side of Mannheim Steamroller 
2009-09-18 - This is the first album of Mannheim Steamroller that I have heard other than their Christmas offerings. I bought it because it appeared to be patriotic music, which I love.
This album did not disappoint. The first track was The Star Spangled Banner. The beginning was very dramatic, the middle was a little of a letdown, but the number ended strong.
The second track, American Spirit, is one of my favorites on the album. It is a dialogue addressing our freedoms, as claimed in documents such as the Declaration of Independence, and the Pledge of Allegiance. It almost made me cry, it was that inspiring.
The next track, America the Beautiful, and a later track Battle Hymn of the Republic, are both more traditional, without alot of the instrumentation that MS is known for.
There are also 2 tracks that are comedic in nature (Wolf Creek Pass, and Convoy). They reference the trucking industry. I thought they were hilarious!
Fanfare For The Common Man is a very dramatic instrumental number. Despite others' criticism of this piece, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I also enjoyed Mt. McKinley.
A couple of other instrumental tracks, Yellowstone Morning and Heritage, are very moving songs.
Tin Type and Cloudburst, not so much. I mean, they're not horrible; I just don't think they belong on this album.
Home on the Range is an unusual rendition. It's not my favorite, but it is a classic American song, so I guess it fits right in.
This is the first review I have written where I have reviewed each track separately. But I thought I would do that because each track is worth mentioning.
Mannheim Steamroller
2009-04-07 - I purchased rhis cd for my mom, and although I do not listen to Mannheim myself, she was very happy with it!
Please CW is legend!
2009-01-02 - For those critics I would suggest you purchase a CD with strings and fabricated electronic synthesizers-really some creative work! CW is a legend in himself a GREAT AMERICAN storyteller with a huge dose of humor added to his work. I think CW (The real CW) is now in Ouray Colorado enjoying the Rockies and realizing the greatness of his story telling. I for one applaud you for creating this CD. Perhaps the person who suggested listening to this CD in hell could go there and send us a report after his stay! Keep up the good work and that continued sense of humor CW! BTW ronwelte when you return from hell feel free to send us the CD! SMILE!
Very well done!
2008-12-20 - Enjoy the variety on this CD. The songs vary from beautiful and patrioic to extremely funny. Though not exactly the classic Mannheim Steamroller style, it is a great collection!
Patriotic? Oh yes it is! 
2008-01-28 - I purchased this cd for two reasons. First, cause I'm patriotic and second because I'm a fan of "Mannheim Steamroller". This cd is great!!! This cd is certainly going to be played on July 4th. from now on and of course when I'm feelin my American Spirit. Buy this one, it's good. Enjoy:)
