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Guitar Chant
These new works have made possible the enshrining of diverse practices in new, original music. Michael's musical paths have be...
Since the early 1980's guitarist/composer Michael Knopf has been interested in developing a melodic guitar style based on vocal chant. He has modeled improvisations and compositions for solo guitar (and for orchestra, choir, ensembles and other solo instruments) on Flamenco, Persian, Arab and Hindu musical vocal styles.These new works have made possible the enshrining of diverse practices in new, original music. Michael's musical paths have been paralleled by an active engagement with the chiaroscuro of material and spiritual frontiers. The human essence is beyond time and place, but like the sun's rays on a mirror, our essence is reflected in the physical and mental capacities we work with in this world. He believes that all well-crafted music aimed at serving the higher life of humanity is spiritual. The fusing of the intellect with emotional honesty and aspiration is the nexus for discovery of truth and beauty in all the sciences and arts.
Some of these works use alternate tunings which provide the guitar with a unique resonance, sometimes ostensibly sounding like the Persian tar or the Arabic oud, and at other times like a classical guitar but with an expanded range and a more evocative voice.
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Happy Birthday Variations
Hard 2 Die
His name "Loc" is derived from Loco or Crazy, he got his name from the crazy years on the streets of Washington stat...
Hardcore rap with a trigger tongue flow, tight electronic backgrounds mixed with gothic melodies and rock undertones. Hard 2 Die is an album of intensely complex tracks, distinct rhythms and smart hooks. Strong use of sound processing effects and countermelodies create interest and involve the listener without being overdone.His name "Loc" is derived from Loco or Crazy, he got his name from the crazy years on the streets of Washington state. Growing up poor on welfare in a single parent household with a disabled brother, with no money whatsoever and the odds stacked up against him. Loc has now taken his "craziness" and channeled it into Love, Life and Music.
Loc's music is dark, deep, mysterious and utterly compelling. He writes and raps about real experiences, feelings you can relate to, and situations from everyone's life.
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Heavy Organ: Tribute To Virgil Fox
Hope
Hope, that elusive yet ever present thread in all of our lives... this solo piano album explores many different facets of hope.
Starting with the title track: Hope, an original neoclassical song exploring the theme and setting the stage. The songs are both original mat...
Hope, that elusive yet ever present thread in all of our lives... this solo piano album explores many different facets of hope.
Starting with the title track: Hope, an original neoclassical song exploring the theme and setting the stage. The songs are both original material and with an eclectic mix of old folk songs, hymns and classical themes flowing seamlessly through the music .
The lyrical piano...
Lyrical piano music to lift your spirits.Hope, that elusive yet ever present thread in all of our lives... this solo piano album explores many different facets of hope.
Starting with the title track: Hope, an original neoclassical song exploring the theme and setting the stage. The songs are both original material and with an eclectic mix of old folk songs, hymns and classical themes flowing seamlessly through the music .
The lyrical piano melodies sing and explore the ever rising and falling cycle of life, joy, pain, happiness, disappointment, but ever present hope.
"I hope you find your cares gently soothed away and your troubles eased as you listen. No matter where you are or what you are going through let your soul be stirred. May it bring you hope." ~ Kendra
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