Exploring the tonal relationship between Cm, Ab and B
Cm and Ab feel like close relatives, so how can B function naturally with them and not sound strange?
Filling the new space with sound – developing an epic, melancholy theme.
Playing in my newly refurbished but still small space, exploring some big, dark, sweet, piano flavours.
The last improvised performance in my old studio
An improvisation that feels nervous & on the edge (although I had to stay mentally calm!) in 7 time (4+3). I’m hoping some of you noticed I’ve not posted in a while. I’ve been focused on redesigning my little studio. Watch his space!
Holding it together – a dreamy soul-jazz improvisation
Music has the power to bring calm and sanity, to soften the edges and connect us to a place of peace.
The simple, elegant perfection of Fauré’s 1st Barcarolle
I take a look at how Fauré composed this deceptively simple piece.
Improvising rich transparent harmonies & flowing melodies
Impressionistic, jazzy, lydian tonal flavours and flowing rhythms improvised spontaneously on Pianoteq’s Bechstein
A meditative flowing improvisation with big waves of harmony
This improvisation uses A major to G major to D minor and many other tonal shifts as it rises and falls in triplet waves like the ocean.
Fluency in the language of music on the keys
Fluency in language is similar to fluency in rhythm and tonality. I have a simple model of music that does the job perfectly.
Piano improvisation, processing feelings of bleakness and forgiveness
Improvising is the direct, unfiltered communication of deep feelings.
Music like a warm embrace on this variant of Pianoteq’s U4
Rare Butterfly. Dripping with nostalgia and a comforting, intimate sound, this piece is innocent and atmospheric.