This work began as an experiment in sound design. The snap, crackle, & pop of my hip bone got very loud & frequent (& painful), so a week before my hip replacement, I sampled as many different sounds as I Read more
This work began as an experiment in sound design. The snap, crackle, & pop of my hip bone got very loud & frequent (& painful), so a week before my hip replacement, I sampled as many different sounds as I could emit from it. From these raw samples, I created a set of drums & a synth. Eventually, my experiment evolved into this short composition. I hope you enjoy this fun piece!
This song uses an audition for a theatrical production as a metaphor for unrequited love. The character would love to play the lead role but is willing to take any part at all, just to be part of the play. It features voice and piano and makes use of alternating meters.
Many in Western society feel helpless to affect change in our world. We stand by in horror as our planet dies, and watch, paralyzed, as leaders act in their own self-interest. We have become numb to the atrocities we see Read more
Many in Western society feel helpless to affect change in our world. We stand by in horror as our planet dies, and watch, paralyzed, as leaders act in their own self-interest. We have become numb to the atrocities we see every day in the media. We cope with an out-of-control world by self-medicating. We deny ugly truths by engaging in superficial activities and other useless distractions.
This song follows the thoughts and attitudes of a man who wants to face his truth but cannot do it. His desire to accept his failures and lies are overshadowed by his inability to be honest with himself. The song was Read more
This song follows the thoughts and attitudes of a man who wants to face his truth but cannot do it. His desire to accept his failures and lies are overshadowed by his inability to be honest with himself. The song was recorded in my home studio. The lyrics came first, followed by the melody and chords. The middle section uses the whole tone scale in order to give a meditative, introspective vibe, as the character ponders his truth.
