After enjoying his company - even if only in our bathroom for over 2 1/2 years - Pablo's FeLV and FIV took him from us early in October of 2020 - already one helluva year.

The song's lyric explores my hope that our forever future includes our furred, feathered and finned friends. >^..^<

Reaper Recordings

I Miss My Pablo (v3, Mix 1)

Pablo was about 3 years old when he came to stay. He'd been gravely injured and ill when, following his first visit to his vet, we moved him moved into our bathroom - intended as a temporary hospital. It was soon discovered that Pablo had contracted FeLV and FIV - a risk among feral cats. Needing to safely sequester him from our other house cats, the bathroom became Pablo's home for the next 2 1/2 years.

If love and gratitude were ever present in an animal, it was in him.

We lost our Pablo on the morning of Sunday, October 2, 2020. We love and miss him now and forever. >^..^<

Pablo (v3, mix 1)

Once upon a time, I laid me down for an afternoon nap. But the east wind began to howl, threatening to bring down Douglas fir branches, and disrupting my intent. From my anxiety came a prayerful poem which became a song.

In this version, I humbly, if not feebly, channelled Leonard Cohen.

There Came A Squall (2021 V3 - Spoken Word)

Once upon a time, I laid me down for an afternoon nap. But the east wind began to howl, threatening to bring down Douglas fir branches, and disrupting my intent. From my anxiety came a prayerful poem which became a song.

There Came A Squall (v2, Mix 1)

This was first composed in 1999 during a prolific songwriting season for me. Something caused me to reminisce about my youth in Laguna Beach back in the 60's and 70's.

Missing Home (2021 V4, Mix 1)

This lyric is a lament to the passing of a beloved child.

All Through The Night (Ar Hyd Y Nos)

Sometime back in 1999 I found myself missing Victoria Beach - the neighborhood and beach where I grew up in Laguna Beach, California. From the imagery and photo you can see it's beauty, and to this day, I miss that - while I'm also grateful for who and what's in my life today.

Which brings us to today - Monday, May 27, Memorial Day 2024. I honor the many who made the ultimate sacrifice in defending our Constitution, our nation and democracy. I also offer this song in memory and thanksgiving to my mom, Sally "Priscilla" Conley, who passed this evening at 91. God speed Mom, and I'll be seeing you.

Missing Home (2024.05.27 Mom's Memorial Day Short Version Mix 1)

Tim Ellis composed and produced "Downpatrick" - named after the Irish town where St. Patrick was buried. These tracks were recorded by the Aaron Meyer Band (Tim plays the guitars) at Tim's Kung Fu Bakery Recording Studios in Portland, Oregon.

Father & Son

Downpatrick

In 2016, Aaron Meyer and I tracked my composition for our Tim Ellis tribute album, with Dean Baskerville engineering, at Dead Aunt Thelma's Recording Studio in Portland, Oregon.

Hallelujah: A Tribute to Guitarist Tim Ellis

Trust Is Good

This music was composed on 2011-06-04 - the first anniversary of Kyron Horman's disappearance.

I hope Kyron's family and his many friends will accept this intercessional offering on his behalf.

Jean-Pierre Garau

Lead Me Home (Kyron's Lullaby)

Sometimes when a friend or family member's in a difficult situation, I'll be compelled to offer a musical intercession - like this one.

Intercessions, Celebrations and Lamentations

Intercession for Jo #2 (2017.10.12 v3)

We hope you enjoy these covers of Christmas classics - some well known, some not so much.  :-)

01 Angels We Have Heard On High

02 Silent Night

04 O Holy Night (with Arab Dance from the Nutcracker Suite)

Take One is our first trio + ep that we recorded in 2010. It's collection of several of our favorite cover songs and one of Ellen's originals.

04 If I Didn't Care

06 Love Song

In my theology, God's aware and cares, and cares that we care.

I Am Here For You (v2, mix 1)

Beverly Everett, a good friend who directs the Bismarck/Mandan and Bemidgy Symphony Orchestras, asked me to craft a piano track for her COVID-19 version of "What a Wonderful World." Being me, I also tracked a couple of synth parts. Then Katelyn (pictured) asked me for a 2-3 min piece of music for her Elephant Ears Foundation launch. So, I took what I'd already done for Beverly, added a vocal and voila!

Elephant Ears Foundation

What a Wonderful World (v2.1)

01 Feels Like Rain

05 Into the Mystic

06 Steppin' Away

A few years ago, I was asked to learn this song for a private function. Gordon Lightfoot can certainly paint a picture. :-)

Early Mornin' Rain (v04 Mix 01)

Jean-Pierre (jp)Garau
Pianist, Multi-Keyboardist and Vocalist

I've long enjoyed an active artistic vocation playing piano, keyboards and singing with many acts over many years - currently with Ellen Whyte, Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer, David Jacobs-Strain and an ever-swelling number of regional singer/songwriters. I also perform as a soloist where, in troubadorian style, I take my audience on a journey.

In addition to live performances, I’ve played on a multitude of album projects, documentaries, industrials, regional and national TV and radio spots... I’m also a composer, adaptor, chart preparer and music educator.

Jean-Pierre Garau

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