Haunting images of Antelope Canyon are captured here in the photography of Kim Curinga. (www.kimcoringa.com)

Surface Series I (keyboard)

Listen and See

This ethereal piece was inspired by the photographic work of John B. Gynell (www.korateo.com)  John has captured the incredible almost mystical blue of the seas in South Florida.  To see his fascinating work and listen to the music on Youtube, link here.

Listen and See

Cosmos I was inspired by the incredible majesty of star formations in our universe. The power and presence of distant galaxies, nebula and star clusters are reflected in this majestic brass fanfare.  Our thanks to NASA for permission to use these photographs.

Forest Walk I (piano)

These extraordinary photos of the forest became the source of inspiration for this solo piano piece.

Walking in Paradise  (violin and keyboard)

Part of the daily training in Tai' Chi Gung is walking outdoors in nature to learn how the forces of nature heal and support the body, mind and spirit.  This piece of music was inspired by the beauty of nature present walking in an ordinary neighborhood from the eyes and ears of a Tai' Chi Gung student. It was also the answer to a prayer for a title song to the second CD, "Walking in Paradise"

Jig  (piano)

A fortunate experiment led to the "Jig"  What would it sound like if you created a whole piece around a single note that repeats over and over?  The collage of tunes is almost reminiscent of a stroll through the Irish countryside, each bend in the road brings a new sound picture into view.

Rise  (keyboard)

The college I attended had 5 choirs. I've always remembered the incredibly beautiful moments they could create. I was lucky enough to go on tour with a choir that had 5 bass singers with perfect pitch.  They rehearsed 5 days a week for 2 1/2 hours.  They would sing Bach Motets unaccompanied.  It was amazing.  This song is a thanksgiving to the musical door they opened for me.

Goodbye (violin and keyboard)

If I were born in Ireland, and had to move away... saying goodbye would be something like this.

Appreciation  (piano)

Appreciation is a solo piano piece that was recorded in one take as an improvisation after preparing with an hour of Tai' Chi Gung.  Brahms used to talk about the importance of surrendering to the intelligence of the music... allowing it to come to its own conclusion.  Improvisation with a knowledge of the energy almost makes playing music like having a conversation with the creator.  It can lead to "Appreciation."

Enlightened One (violin and keyboard)

There are moments when you wake up and realize how truly extraordinary your teacher is, how profound their patience, how compassionate in their response... "Enlightened One" reveals a moment like that.

Army of Angels (keyboard)

Have you ever wondered what it might be like to walk with a legion of angels?  It must be amazing to be in the presence of that much peace and grace and power all at once working to protect you.

Herald of Spring (violin)

Have you ever noticed how the songs of birds, especially in spring and especially in the morning, seem particularly captivating?  There can be a rare beauty and clarity in the tone and in the mood. I was delighted to learn recently, that in addition to being beautiful music, the vibratory tone of bird song actually called forth growth in the plant kingdom. It would make sense that something of great beauty also served a useful purpose. The birds are actually at work. With that inspiration, this violin piece is a quiet herald of spring also.

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