Snowy weather inspires me. Though I am often in the minority, I love winter. Playing in the snow is a favorite pastime when it’s possible. So, when a dear friend of mine asked to interview me, I found myself returning several times to the theme of winter. One of her questions was about the scene …
Someone will say there is nothing New here. And that is fine. Let them say it. You can know your insides Without having to argue a case For them. You can trudge through snow Like a determined deer Or swim even when you Need to rise to the surface for air. You have shown how …
2017 was a year of change. And I’m not even talking about politics or the business of being an independent musician. Though these have had a significant impact on me, I will only be reviewing my personal moments from the year. Change is what it is. It’s not bad or good. It is what you …
Inspiration What inspires you? What makes you feel creative and want to “make stuff up”? Among my fans, one of the favorite albums of piano improvisations was inspired by the paintings of a single artist. “Painting Piano” is one of my best-selling albums and I chalk that up to the inspiration from Katrina Morse. No matter …
Peregrine not lost just meandering finding first seeking second Whatever the pathway it will be found Wings pounding air ka-kah! The cry goes out mournful it seems filled with bitter longing Fastening on to its prey my prey the inner prey of anger and betrayal I will hunt it down I will cry out in …
I took the day of the 2017 eclipse off from anything other than personal reflection and bicycle riding. Not surprisingly, I found myself in a state of introspection for most of the day. For #Eclipse2017 I gave myself a day of introspection. Click To Tweet Search and Replace The company where I’ve had a job …
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Dance This lyrics (and music) by Stan Stewart spontaneously composed on January 14, 2016 Copyright © 2016, 2017 by Stan Stewart & muz4now, inc. All rights reserved. Maybe it’s an instinct That rises from shame. Maybe it’s a cradle That rocks me to tame My pretty paranoia That would free me from pain. I don’t …
Today’s post is by guest blogger, David Milsont. We found each other through Twitter where you can follow him to find out what else he’s up to these days. 3 Tips for boosting your musical improvisation Click To Tweet For any avid musician, improving your improvisation skills remains extremely crucial. A true improviser is …
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Life is not a drill. I don’t get to rehearse Until one day It’s suddenly The performance. Even when I Am alone, Everything I do Is on stage. Getting my act Together Is a really good idea. ~ spontaneously composed by Stan Stewart ~ Copyright 2016 by Stan Stewart and muz4now, inc. All Rights Reserved. …
Suspended in this Digression from The season that has Supposedly arrived, I hang between snow And sun. Drawn to each one In its own way, I hover. Distracted, each Longing takes Me further from what Is right in front of me Until desire and longing Come together, Making now and Now and now all that …
