In May 1997, Autumn Tears released their second full-length album, "Love Poems for Dying Children, Act II: The Garden of Crystalline Dreams". Erika left Autumn Tears after the release of "Act II" to pursue writing her novel. New vocalist Jennifer LeeAnna was recruited due to her extensive experience and tremendous talent. The first release of "Act I" was originally supposed to be limited to 2000 copies and sold out quickly, but due to an overwhelming amount of requests it was re-released with a new layout and artwork in 1998. All tracks were remixed and remastered. As a bonus, an additional and exclusive track titled "The Intermission", was also included on the repress, in which Jennifer LeeAnna made her debut appearance.
In December 1999, Erika rejoined Autumn Tears as a full-time member.
In July of 1999, Autumn Tears released a mini-CD titled "Absolution". In June of 2000, The band finished their third full length album and most epic release so far, "Love Poems for Dying Children, Act III: Winter and the Broken Angel".
In 2004, after four years of silence, the band recorded the album "Eclipse", which is described in Autumn Tears' official homepage as "the most epic, conceptual, and fullest neoclassical piece of music they have ever offered. Lush strings, acoustic guitars, and woodwinds accompany soaring orchestral soundscapes, painting the backdrop for a staggering array of vocal performances that range from operatic and classical solos to Baltic choral passages and duets".
In 2007, after a decade evolving, the band has finally shed its shell of neoclassical darkwave and gothic sound, in place of a more traditional classical and chamber music style. Drawing influences from such masters as Bach, Brahms, Hayden, Mahler and a host of others, Autumn Tears boasts rich and diverse musical arrangements based on music theory. In place of the usual keyboards and samples, "The Hallowing" employs fully live, authentic classical instrumentation including a live string section, woodwinds, oboe, french horn and haunting, operatic vocals. The album was originally limited to 1000 copies, but due to very high demand, it sold out within three weeks, and was soon re-released with an improved layout.
Immediately after the release of "The Hallowing", the project has been put on hold.
Members
Current line-up
Ted Tringo - composition, arrangements, original lyrics
Laurie Ann Haus - lead and backing vocals, revised lyrics
Terran Olson - flute, clarinet
Greg Ball - strings, snare drum
Session musicians
Cathleen Torres - French horn
Maya Glovinsky - oboe
Tanya Brody - harp
Angela Hsu - violin
Emily Packard - viola
Past members
Erika - lead and backing vocals, composition and keyboards
Jennifer LeeAnna - lead and backing vocals, vocal arrangements, composition and keyboards
Discography
Albums
1996 - Love Poems for Dying Children, Act I
1997 - Love Poems for Dying Children, Act II: Garden of Crystalline Dreams
2000 - Love Poems for Dying Children, Act III: Winter and the Broken Angel
2004 - Eclipse
2007 - The Hallowing
Mini-CD
1999 - Absolution
The Beauty in All Things
Autumn Tears Lyrics
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your smile flickered and became a reflection
I see the beauty in all things...
The opening line of the song creates a haunting image of being held closely as one drowns. This could be interpreted both figuratively or literally, but either way, it paints a bleak and desperate picture. However, the second line is intriguing in that it talks about a smile flickering and becoming a reflection. This could suggest that the singer is finding a glimmer of hope in the midst of their struggles, as they see something beautiful in the person holding them close. The final line again reiterates this theme of finding beauty in all things, even in the midst of despair.
The song as a whole seems to be a meditation on the idea that beauty can be found in the most unexpected places. The music itself is atmospheric and moody, with mournful piano, strings and a haunting female voice. This creates a somber atmosphere that perfectly matches the lyrics, which are poignant without ever feeling too heavy-handed. The repetition of the phrase "I see the beauty in all things" gives the song a mournful and poetic quality that lingers long after it has ended.
Line by Line Meaning
you held me close, as I drowned
Despite being in a difficult situation, you provided a comforting presence.
your smile flickered and became a reflection
Your expression mirrored the feelings of the moment, uncertain and fleeting.
I see the beauty in all things...
Despite the challenges and struggles, you find a way to see the positive and appreciate the goodness in life.
Contributed by Isaiah I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.