Pondering Earth
In a visual photo poem, Stan Stewart ponders the earth as a source of inspiration, beauty, and concern.
Music, Poetry, and More
Here, you’ll find the stuff that Stan Stewart has created: poetry, music, inspirations, staying connected with the present moment, photography, and more.
Oh, That I Might Create a Singular Thing
Yeah. I failed. Set out to make one singular thing and made another. One Thing When I started composing “singularity“, I imagined that each piece would only use one singular instrument. Well, what can I say? I’m a complicated person, so I sometimes create complicated music. Sure enough, within a day or two, I was
When One Quartet Is Not Enough – Of 2s, 3s, and 4s
A quartet can create full musical structures. So what is it that two quartets can do better than one? Especially in three.
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Who is 8th Amendment and what are they up to?
I’m directing (and singing in) an octet of tenor, baritone, and bass singers. It’s fun and we are consistently psyched to sing together. We’re called 8th Amendment. The octet was accompanied by Anna Hummel. We’re so grateful for her expert musical capabilities and helpful input during rehearsal. The members of the ensemble (besides me) was
How Shall We Sing A Song In a Foreign Land?
Music and musical instruments from foreign lands hold amazing beauty if we are willing to listen. Stan Stewart explores this inspiration.
Mallets From Heaven – Marimba, Xylophone, & more
Mallets (or instruments played with them) are featured as every sound on Stan Stewart’s suite named MarXylo. Listen.
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Essentials Page at muz4now – #GetToKnow
There’s a new essentials page on the muz4now brand by Stan Stewart. Here’s the rundown of why and what you can find on it.
Down To Earth and Cosmic At The Same Time
My release of Cosmic Theories has made me think about how I can be more down to earth
#HopeSongs #MusicRelease
Photos From My Mid-Winter – #winter #beauty
Stan Stewart hiked & traveled and all we get are these photos of his beautiful mid-winter destinations: Taughannock State Park & Mount Hood.
The Hopeful Wonder That Winter Means
Stan Stewart on the inspiration of winter, discontented yet hopeful with the present, and a few reflections on another music release.