Portrait of a Past Life

Blue Hour (grand piano)

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"Let Sleeping Dogs Lie Part 4" is an enchanting embodiment of the contemporary new-age genre, where serenity and introspection find harmony in the form of music. Its soulful piano passages, presented with sublime sensitivity, invite listeners into a realm of profound tranquility. The gentle melody, akin to a brook running over smooth pebbles, carries with it a sense of peaceful constancy, of calm, of accepting and reveling in the quiet rhythm of existence. The piano, at the heart of this piece, sings a narrative filled with warmth and comfort, mirroring the passive quietude of the title, evoking the reassuring images of a peaceful world at rest.

Underlying the piano, the atmospheric pads open up an expansive aural landscape. This ambient sonic texture weaves an intimate tapestry that not only complements the piano but also transcends it, creating a sound that is vast and endless, akin to the echo of distant stars or the gentle sigh of a sleeping earth. These dreamy undertones are like light brush strokes on an already mesmerizing canvas, adding depth, space, and a certain mystique. "Let Sleeping Dogs Lie Part 4" is more than just music - it's a meditative journey that offers a glimpse into the gentle, restful corners of our consciousness, a beautifully calming interlude from the chaos of daily life.

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie Part 4

My husband Robert and I got married in Chichester, UK on June 9th, 2023. We are both huge fans of Top Gun, and naturally being a film composer, I arranged my own music for the wedding. Includes themes from "Top Gun" and "How to Train Your Dragon".

2. Signing Music "Romantic Flight in an F-14"

"Solitary Reverie" is an introspective piano composition that delicately intertwines the emotions of solitude, reflection, and hope. As the gentle notes resonate, they evoke a sense of melancholy, inviting listeners to explore their innermost thoughts and emotions. Amidst the somber tones, there is a subtle undercurrent of optimism, as if whispering that even in moments of solitude, there is the potential for growth and renewed strength. This musical reverie serves as a comforting companion, encouraging the listener to find solace within themselves and discover the seeds of hope that blossom amidst the quietude.

Solitary Reverie 8/10

Nico Muhly, composer (2005)
Christian Ryan, piano

performed live, May 13
@ St. Anthony's Cathedral, Detroit MI
for Other Tones 003

Other Tones (live)

Nico Muhly: A Hudson Cycle (live, OT003)

It begins in a neutral manner using only white keys, unaffected and transparent. Bubbles float up and wander… and then they pop. They reflect some warm colors, while portraying elements of fragility and emptiness at the same time. The ending is the last bubble growing increasingly distant, until it finally disappears. The score can be found at: https://www.scoreexchange.com/scores/prelude-no-18-640154.html

Bubble

The Debatement Society 1974

Sonata 44?

This is a first drop in my idea to release something here every Saturday. This one is about accepting idea that you can't control huge events or external forces, like ocean. But instead, what you can do - you can navigate. All this music is my emotional diary. Which is why I hope nobody's listening, but if you are, please keep it to yourself.

Nico Muhly: A Hudson Cycle (live, OT003)

Christian Ryan

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