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The Nutcracker - Act 2 - Pas De Deux

Chaconne in G Minor

Performed live on February 28th, 2015 with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Kent Nagano

LIVE IN SWEDEN: Mendelssohn Violin Concerto 1st Movement extract

World Premiered by Katherine Cheng	(violin) and Jeongmin Oak (piano) Kilbourn	Hall,	Eastman	School of Music Rochester,	NY | 
Friday, November	22,	2024

Program Notes:

“Tea with Debussy & Pärt in Casablanca” is a musical dream born from a vacation in Havana, Cuba. This piece imagines an encounter with the esteemed composers Arvo Pärt and Claude Debussy in the vibrant city of Casablanca, over Moroccan tea. It is not an imitation of their styles but rather a heartfelt conversation between us, infused with elements of both composers’ musical languages. Originally commissioned by Vincent Delorme for viola and piano, the piece was premiered in Montreal. The clarinet version, performed by double Grammy-nominated clarinetist Tasha Warren and pianist Yun Hao, premiered at the Mostly Modern Festival in Saratoga Springs, NY, in June 2024. Katherine Cheng, inspired by both the clarinet version and her experience performing in the sextet premiere of the first movement of my Suite “Moroccan Dances,” felt a strong connection to my compositional style. Her expressive playing and nuanced interpretation are well-suited to the music’s blend of minimalist and impressionistic elements. Katherine’s excitement about this collaboration led to the creation of this violin and piano version, marking the beginning of our artistic partnership. The piece begins with minimalist touches, a nod to Pärt’s recent works, where the piano introduces serene arpeggios that intertwine with expressive violin melodies. As the music progresses, it incorporates Debussy’s harmonic richness, weaving a tapestry of sound that captures the essence of typical Moroccan conversations—dynamic, lively, and filled with unexpected turns.

Tea with Debussy and Pärt in Casablanca for Violin and Piano - World Premiere

Forget the myths. The influence of sound on plant life isn't magic—it's physics. As a bio-acoustic researcher, I've dedicated my career to decoding the precise vibrational mechanics that stimulate plant development. In this investigation, we move beyond popular culture to explore the specific, measurable effects of sound waves, focusing on why the structured acoustic patterns of Classical-era string quartets (e.g., Haydn, Mozart) are uniquely effective.

This is not about a plant's "taste" in music. It's about mechanoreception. Plants are exquisitely sensitive to physical stimuli. Their cellular structures contain mechanosensitive ion channels that respond to pressure and vibration. We will explore how:

Harmonic Frequencies Stimulate Cytoplasmic Streaming: The consistent, harmonically rich frequencies produced by violins, violas, and cellos (ranging from approximately 196 Hz to over 4 kHz) create a stable vibrational field. This gentle agitation is hypothesized to enhance cytoplasmic streaming—the movement of fluid within the plant's cells. Improved streaming leads to more efficient transport of nutrients and organelles, optimizing metabolic function.

Rhythmic Pulses Influence Stomatal Conductance: The predictable, moderate rhythmic patterns of a Haydn-esque quartet create periodic pressure waves in the air. Emerging studies suggest that specific frequencies (in the 1-2 kHz range) can influence the opening and closing of stomata, the pores on a leaf's surface. By encouraging stomata to remain open longer in optimal conditions, the plant can increase its CO₂ uptake for more efficient photosynthesis.

Avoiding the Stress Response: Unlike harsh, dissonant noises or low-frequency, high-amplitude sounds that can mimic threats (e.g., large animals, seismic activity) and trigger a defensive stress response (thigmomorphogenesis), the smooth, ordered sonic texture of a string quartet provides stimulation without alarm. This creates an environment of "eustress"—a beneficial level of stimulation that promotes growth rather than inhibiting it.

Join me as we analyze the specific acoustic properties of this music and connect them directly to the biological processes they influence. We will examine the scientific data and separate rigorous research from horticultural hearsay. This is the real science of sound and botany.

Key Scientific Concepts Explored:

- Mechanoreception & Mechanosensitive Ion Channels

- Cytoplasmic (Protoplasmic) Streaming

- Stomatal Conductance & Gas Exchange

- Thigmomorphogenesis (Plant Stress Response)

- Acoustic Frequency and Amplitude Analysis

Héctor Castillo https://MyEq.pro Founder

Bio-Hack Plant Growth - MyEq.pro

Romantic Classics is a heartfelt collection of timeless melodies that celebrate love, hope, and human spirit across centuries and cultures. From the sacred beauty of Ave Maria and the soaring devotion of You Raise Me Up, to the cinematic poignancy of Schindler’s List and the grandeur of Nessun Dorma, each piece carries deep emotional resonance. Beloved folk songs like Danny Boy and Santa Lucia stand beside masterworks of Bach, Vivaldi, and Pachelbel, weaving together threads of classical elegance, sacred reflection, and popular balladry. With Titanic and Hero bringing modern romantic drama, and Jerusalem and Love Changes Everything lifting the heart with anthem-like power, this album is both a tribute to eternal classics and an invitation to feel every shade of romance—tender, triumphant, and timeless.

You Raise Me Up

G Minor Bach - Piano

I was just practicing tonight and felt like recording one of the pieces.  Beethoven's Sonata No. 14 in C# minor Op. 27 No. 2, or otherwise known as 'Quasi una fantasia' or the 'Moonlight Sonata'.  I recorded this on a Steinway D and mastered it in my mastering studio www.alpinemastering.com  

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Classical Piano Pieces Volume I

Moonlight Sonata

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Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata (Glenn playing on a Steinway D)

My first complete interpretation of one of the closest classical works to my heart, inspired by Lucas Debargue's great performance in the XV Tchaikovsky Competition in 2015.

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