As a child, Kevin would sit in a room lit only by firelight, allowing his imagination to bring forth the images and emotions he then combined with his immense talent into musical expression. To this day, Kevin still darkens the studio lights to compose his uniquely exquisite piano music, accompanied only by Imagination’s Light.
“More than simply a collection of ten originals (one of which, “Keepers of the Flame,” was inspired by an ancient Gregorian chant) and a glowing cover of Sting’s “Fields of Gold,” the album is an impressionistic glimpse into Kern’s childhood experiences of sitting at the piano in a darkened room lit only by firelight. This imagery inspires the classical-tinged intimacy of pure, hypnotic piano pieces like “Pearls of Joy,” but Kern also enjoys sharing his memories with his small ensemble of Terry Miller (bass) and Mike Miller. Miller’s acoustic guitar shimmers as the harmony line on “Remembering the Light” and joyfully shares the melody on parts of “Safe in Your Embrace” and “Musings.” Channeling Imagination’s Light magnificently, the sensitive and spirited Kern ensures that the flame of true new age music burns on.” ~ Jonathan Widran, AllMusicGuide
