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Recording Session: The Making of Aaron's "Arrival" CD
Recording Session: The Making of Aaron's "Arrival" CD
Recording session of Aaron's "Arrival" CD. Big City RecordingPaul Tavenner, engineerAugust 2003Musicians:Aaron Meyer - piano, keyboards, drums, percussionJoshua Barroll - timpani, chimesFred Beerstein - oboe, english hornAvi Bialo - trumpetRuth Bruegger - violinErnie Chang - tenor saxophoneDoug Cotler - acoustic guitarJohn Fare - celloBuddy Goldfarb - alto saxophone, flute, clarinetDarryl Lieberstein - electric bassKen Meyer - drumsEliza Poehlman - vocalsPhyllis Rautenberg - french hornCHS Vivace Choir - vocalsAaron Meyer is an award-winning pianist, composer, and recording artist. His versatile style fuses jazz, latin, classical, and world influences into a sound that is both energetic and inspirational. Aaron's unique sound has been described as "fresh, emotion-driven music that exemplifies a class all its own."Aaron began composing at an early age, inspired by the KCET broadcast of Yanni Live at Acropolis. Just a few years later, it was Aaron's turn to be featured on PBS in a promotional spot entitled "Inspiration Is Priceless." The short segment featuring Aaron and his music was aired throughout 2002. Later that year, coming full circle, Aaron appeared on KCET with Yanni.With four albums and countless performances under his belt, Aaron has established himself as one of the most promising up and coming artists in the contemporary music scene. In 2005, Aaron and his band performed a benefit concert for Spotlight the Arts entitled "Meyer @ The Mayer." This concert was filmed for CTV, and the special aired on cable for several months.As a solo artist, Aaron has performed in numerous venues throughout California, including the Madrid Theatre, Louis B. Mayer Theater, and Stanford's Dinkelspiel Auditorium. He has also performed for such notable organizations as Barnes &Noble, The American Lung Association, Oneness and Spotlight the Arts. Over the years, Aaron has had the privilege of performing for a variety of distinguished personalities such as Wink Martindale, Wolfgang Puck, Tom Poston, Susan Sullivan, and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.Aaron's newest CD, After Hours, was released in June 2008. A fun-filled album performed by a talented ensemble of 25 musicians, this new release promises to be Aaron's most successful venture to date. From the piano and cello duet "Contemplation," to the funk-influenced "Celebration," and the latin-flavored "Fiesta," Aaron's newest music has broad appeal to people of all ages and cultures.Aaron received his B.A. in Music Composition from Stanford University and resides in Los Angeles.For more information visit www.AaronMeyerMusic.com [ More Detail ]
by AaronMeyer 4min41sec, Views:138, Ratings:5.00pt, Votes:2, Comments:0, Added at:08/08/05 [ DownLoad ]
Synthesis - O, Javore
The band was established in 1995 for the purpose of carrying out an in-depth pursuit of the outstanding folk music treasures of Macedonia. The name "Synthesis" was chosen to express the concept of the group, which is to combine traditional sounds with contemporary arrangements to create a musical synthesis. Digging deeply into the roots of Macedonian folk heritage, with a serious concern for the basics of traditional compositions, the group has received high praise for breathing new life in this milieu.The melancholic voyages of Synthesis, with the full emotional power of the heritage and the typical complexity of Macedonian rhythms should not be missed by any Balkan music fan. Macedonia has finally uncovered a contemporary world music project! The group uses the full range of original Macedonian instruments: kaval, gaida, zurla, tapan, tarabuka and tambura. The line-up consists of three young lady singers, skillfully handling the local vocal tradition, of a keyboard player, two percussionists, tambura player and, of course, kaval, gaida or zurla on the front. Special mention has to be made here of the fact that while the majority of the traditional groups in Macedonia are amateurs, this band is made up of professional musicians.The first CD was recorded in 1996 and issued in the very beginning of 1997 for SJF Records (a division of Skopje Jazz Festival). It got excellent reviews and acclaim all over Europe. The music of Synthesis was included on the compilation "Unblocked-the Music of Eastern Europe" on American Ellipsis Arts label. In 1997 the group started its concert activity and played various International Festivals and toured Japan. With no exception the audience and the critics overwhelmed Synthesis with enthusiastic responses. With only one personal change in its history, bringing extraordinary Goce Dimovski on the front, the band recorded the second CD. The title was "Swinging Macedonia" and the release date September 2000. It moves further from its predecessor, being completely acoustic, with the use of two cellists and, on some tracks, full Symphony Orchestra. The first promotional concert of the new CD was in Ljubljana, Slovenia, a double bill with Goran Bregovic. In 2001 the Group had its most successful year, performing USA, Australia, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Greece, Slovenia and Macedonia. The next year Synthesis continued its concert activity and recorded the third CD, "Live in Skopje". The promotional concert of the new CD was at Strictly Mundial in Marseilles, on February the 28th, 2003. [ More Detail ]
by trpejcanka 5min47sec, Views:272, Ratings:5.00pt, Votes:3, Comments:2, Added at:08/07/24 [ DownLoad ]
COMPO TMTH Foyer Concert 2008-Mai Chang
日期Date:28/6/2008 (Sat)時間Time:3:00pm-4:00pm 地點Venue:屯門大會堂大堂 Tuen Mun Town Hall, Foyer. Composer interview and music excerpt 日期Date:28/6/2008 (Sat)時間Time:3:00pm-4:00pm 地點Venue:屯門大會堂大堂 Tuen Mun Town Hall, Foyer. Composer interview and music excerpt of "賣唱 Mai Chang"Composer: Tony LamFlutist: Wyman WAT Nga-man Violist: WANG Dan Cellist: Eric YIP Chun-hei Details:http://www.compohk.org/CompoConcert/2008TMTH/2008TMTH01.php (more) [ More Detail ]
by everydaysansan 3min31sec, Views:26, Ratings:0.00pt, Votes:0, Comments:0, Added at:08/06/29 [ DownLoad ]
Soul Speed Dance/Theatre Troupe
Soul Speed dance/theatre troupe.Reconnecting people to the ancients of our oceans, from which all life began........"Awe Waiwai' - Ancient Essence.As the guardian and overseer, the Toroa (albatross) reminds us of the affinity we have with our ocean whanau (family)and is the guide on this incredible choreographed oceanic journey.A combined powerful mixture of live musician's including; Taonga Puoro (traditional Maori instruments), Classical Cello, Flamenco Guitar, Percussionand Haunting Vocals accompany magical dancers and theatre, accentuated with commanding costumes and lighting.'This is an International class performance, a must see!' Michael Knapp, Lighting Designer."The power of theatre and dance as a catalyst for positive action and change is what drives Soul Speed's performances. We work collaboratively,drawing inspiration from who we are and where we live. Our performances are kaupapa (vision) driven with an indigenous contemporary approach.We are proud to share the wairua (spirit) of this performance with you." Ardre Foote, Soul Speed Director.Soul Speed is a dance theatre troupe based in Whaingaroa Raglan, who tell stories from the majestic waters surrounding Aotearoa New Zealand and the World.The artists involved have come from a vast background of professional performing arts. Through the mediums of dance, live music both traditional and classical,costume design, and theatre performers have come together inspired by collective concerns over environmental issues.Over the last two years Soul Speed has shared their passion for environmental preservation with their passion for creative arts expression.Awe Waiwai - Ancient Essence, contemporary and indigenous in its approach to raising awareness about the environment and our interconnectedness with it, has evolved from theperformers own learning of the critically endangered species of the North Island Hector Dolphin called Popoto, or Maui's Dolphin.'Te Karanga Tohora' features a live recording of a humpback whale gifted by marine biologist Liz Slooten of the Otago University, mixed with vocals and indigenous instrumentsfrom around the world, this composition has a magical effect on audiences that leave's them moved and uplifted."Our performances are interactive with the audience as the troupe feel its important to involve them, so we the performers are not separateby doing this they become connected then of course 'effected' which is where positive change begins." Ardre Foote director."We have witnessed first hand the powerful impact the troupe's performances have on audiences."Jo Breese, Chief Executive, WWF: World Wide Fund for Nature New Zealand. 2006Awe Waiwai - Ancient Essence is a synergistic fusion of the above performances with two new solo's- 'Hinemoana' - Ancient Goddess of the ocean symbolising our intrinsicrelationship with the body of water within us, and its reflection in the life of Earth's Oceans. 'Flight of the Toroa' (Albatross) this solo depicts the splendor of the Albatross,the Symbol of the Southern Seas. Held aloft on regal wings, the silent swooping observer sees all the natural wonders ocean viewing can offer, recalling our empathy with the ancients of the sea.Soul Speed has discovered over time that the immediacy of live performance reconnects and empowers people with a sense of renewed awareness and connection to the oceans and theenvironment. Invoking the need to take action and create change for themselves and their fellow inhabitants on this fragile planet.Contact Ardre Foote, Soul Speed Director for any further information.Ph: +64 (0) 7 825 7247 Fax: +64 (0) 825 0045 email: ardre.antonio@xtra.co.nz [ More Detail ]
by islandfilms 4min52sec, Views:9471, Ratings:4.70pt, Votes:7, Comments:3, Added at:06/11/20 [ DownLoad ]