A New Year In Gratitude

A New Year In Gratitude

Here’s a short meditation for those so inclined to building, or re-visiting your vision for a new year. I’d only ask that as your mind becomes still, you give some focus to the things that in the last year for which you can express your gratitude. I am...
Some Thoughts On Messiaen

Some Thoughts On Messiaen

Olivier Messiaen was a completely unique individual. His music made his life come alive. Some of what he had to say can be challenging to listen to. I’ve taken some of his methodology here to express my gratitude for his contribution. Which is considerable....
Cheap Reich

Cheap Reich

Have had Steve Reich on my mind lately. Such an interesting notion, minimalism. First known to me as a musical style. An interesting notion as a lifestytle as well. Enjoy the richness and beauty that is minimal. Listen cheap...
Somewhat Scherzo

Somewhat Scherzo

Piano solo. Scherzo-like. Theme and variation. From what we would call a more classical time. When life was simpler, and from when musical ideas were beginning to push the envelope. Beyond what had been there. Onto and into new territory. Listen somewhat...
Windswept

Windswept

Can you imagine a feeling of being windswept? Gently, musically, mentally, physically. Swept away. Your consciousness surrendering to it. Bring it in. Feel it. It is yours to own, and yours to keep. Listen...