Ken Mahren – Silk Brocade (CD, 2003, Sable Mountain Records)

Why This CD Matters
Silk Brocade presents Ken Mahren's expressive acoustic guitar compositions through a collection of instrumental works rooted in contemporary folk traditions. Originally composed during the mid-1980s and later digitally remastered, the album reflects a thoughtful and melodic approach to instrumental storytelling. Its connection to Vermont's acoustic music heritage adds appeal for collectors of regional folk recordings.

Collector Note
2003 release on Sable Mountain Records featuring digitally remastered original compositions from the mid-1980s. Independent Vermont instrumental folk recordings remain difficult to find and are valued by collectors of regional music history.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: NM new and unplayed
Case: NM with minimal storage wear
Booklet: NM clean and complete

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Sable Mountain Records
Country: US
Released: 2003
Genre: Folk
Style: Acoustic Guitar, Contemporary Folk, Instrumental

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Nogales 3:52
Silk Brocade 3:33
Risky Business 2:13
Diatribes 5:25
Mad River Rhapsody 3:03
The Last Whale 4:57
14th Street Cafeteria 3:34
Kathy's Mother 4:43
Forsythia Interlude 3:07
Mon Amour 4:27

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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