Written for songwriting contest, w/theme the Santa Fe River in n. Florida. Translations..."Timucuan": native people in n FL at time of Spanish Conquest.  "Cracker Cowboys": colloquial name for cattlemen who herded wild cattle north during the Civil War.  "O'leno town": ghost town on the Santa Fe, a swinging bridge built in the 1930's is still there.  

Roll On, River   c. 2023 by Mike Manetz

V. 1
The river was Timucuan,
Before the comin' of the white-man's gun.
'Neath the giant cypress trees,
They fished the river wild and free.
Spanish priests came one day,
Taught the natives how to pray,
Named the river Santa Fe,
River watched them fade away.

Chorus
Roll on, river,
On and on forever,
She'll be rollin' on when we're all passed and gone.
Through centuries of hopes and dreams,
Conquistadors, fools and thieves,
Roll on, river,
Roll on,
River, roll on...

V2
Cracker cowboys took control,
After driving out the Seminole.
Their cattle on the muddy banks,
Would feed the hungry rebel ranks.
Black man runnin' to be free, 
Down the Santa Fe on to the sea.
Midnight paddle down to where,
A Yankee gunboat's waitin' there.

Chorus

V 3  
Lovers at O'Leno town,
On a swingin' bridge they're lookin' down,
River rushes there below,
Like a thousand years ago.
Their kids will play computer games,
They'll forget the history and the names,
But the river holds the memories,
Of all she touches, all she sees...

Chorus




Their kids will play computer games,
They'll forget the history and the names,
Of all of those who came before,
Guess it doesn't matter anymore...

Centuries of hopes and dreams,
Conquistadors, fools and thieves,
All they left is all but washed away,
Their kids will play computer games,
And forget the history and the names,
of all of those who came before,
They don't care much for that anymore...

Roll On, River

Just me and my ukulele: Another new song demoed with an acoustic ukulele. I don't usually include lyrics in the description but I seem to have sung this without making many of the words really clear, so just this once I have included the lyrics here.

IF I ONLY HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE AGAIN 
(Oct 2023)


Shattered Dreams
Broken promises
Map the highways 
Of my life
A broken heart
Long lost dreams 
The price I pay
For blinkered eyes

In my youth
I saw the world
A gilded path
And all that implies
But with age,
Experience
Shows the truth
Youth ever denies

If I had my life again would I make the same mistakes
If I had a second chance would I be smart
Would I come to realise
Would I see thru all those lies'
If I only had my life to live again

I believed 
What I was told
Had no doubts
Your love would last
But in time
Your love would die
Then my dreams
And hopes were trashed

If I had my life again would I make the same mistakes
If I had a second chance would I be smart
Would I come to realise
Would I see thru all those lies'
If I only had my life to live again


Main chord sequence: Am  Dm  G   C  F  E7
Chorus F  G  C  Am

If I Only Had My Life To Live Again

This song is dedicated to my first high school music teacher and where I more or less learned to play the flute and I dedicate it to him in memory of so many years of teaching! It's a very simple song but for me it's a tribute to all the years that have passed and it was a golden era! To tell the truth, he was the one who introduced me to music! The instruments used for this song are as follows! Minimoog synthesizer and sorpano flute! and the percussion came from EMULATOR III, which was quite difficult to program but gave good results!

Cantore

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Immerse yourself in the captivating soundscape of “Pirora,” a masterful blend of electronic and ambient elements that merge to create a mesmerizing journey through tranquility and introspection. This track serves as the perfect companion for moments of deep reflection or relaxation, enveloping you in layers of minimalist elegance. Let the serene harmonies and atmospheric tones guide you to a place of inner calm.

Experience the transcendent allure of “Pirora,” where ambient and electronic textures are skillfully woven together to evoke a profound sense of serenity. The track opens with ethereal synth pads, gradually revealing a multi-layered soundscape that feels both expansive and immersive. As the piece progresses, delicate melodic fragments drift in and out of the mix like distant echoes, while a subtle yet steady pulse underpins the tranquil ambiance, offering movement without disrupting the peaceful atmosphere.

Throughout its concise duration, “Pirora” adheres to a minimalist ethos, allowing each element to fully resonate within the expansive sonic space. The meticulous sound design invites listeners to lose themselves in the present moment, making it an ideal backdrop for meditation, deep focus, or unwinding after a long day. The track’s serene and contemplative vibe offers a soothing auditory escape, leaving a lasting impression of tranquility long after the final note fades away.

#NewMusic #Ambient #Electronic #ChillVibes #DespondentOne #Pirora #Chill #Meditative #Soundscape

Pirora

Available on bandcamp:
https://30gradx.bandcamp.com/track/human

Human

18 - 11 - 2024

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see also Vasco Morais Pag. 1 to 9 (all played and composed by me)
https://vascoribeiromorais.bandcamp.com/?from=viewsite_dashboard
https://vascoribeiromorais.bandcamp.com/album/animal-print-bikini-try-on-haul

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