Author: melsenc

Piano Log 2013-5-29

March 2015 – Day 28

In 2013, this young person passed away after a tragic bicycle accident. I played thinking of him, and thinking of the people he left behind who grieved his passing. Often, music can express things when words aren’t helpful. And also, I’m not a traditionally religious person, but sometimes for me, playing music is the most direct and raw way of connecting with something larger than myself. I don’t really ever choose to attend religious services, but I am always so willing and grateful to be able to play music for them, because I believe I’m helping to hold that open space for the people who are listening.

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Melsen’s Piano Log: Piano Log 2008-12-2

Melsen’s Piano Log: Piano Log 2008-12-2

March 2015 – Day 26

(Throwback Thursday!)

This was one of my first ever recordings of piano improvisation. Up until 2008, I had improvised so much, but I had never thought to record. It had been my way of warming up at the keyboard, relaxing, or even practicing techniques. But that was all. I didn’t take it nearly as seriously as my classical training.

So, here it is – my first attempt at recording. I had no idea what was going to happen when I hit the record button, and I guess I still don’t!

Piano Log 2008-12-2

March 2015 – Day 26

This was one of my first ever recordings of piano improvisation. Up until 2008, I had improvised so much, but I had never thought to record. It had been my way of warming up at the keyboard, relaxing, or even practicing techniques. But that was all. I didn’t take it nearly as seriously as my classical training. Which is perhaps entirely appropriate.

So, here it is – my first attempt at recording. I had no idea what was going to happen when I hit the record button, and I guess I still don’t!

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