This piece is part of my composition portfolio. I was inspired to write this piece after my most recent trip to North Carolina. I thought it would be fun to write for guitar in an unorthodox tuning. Note that the specific tuning, which is open C, has a nice low, yet relaxing sound. I wanted to create the perfect background music for a beautiful day at the beach.

Acoustic Sunset

This piece is for my composition portfolio. I wrote this piece a few weeks before I graduated high school and was inspired by the song "Pomp & Circumstance," which is often played at high school graduation ceremonies. I wanted this piece to capture the feeling of happiness and sadness at the same time, which was what I felt when I graduated. It has a melancholy feel of one chapter ending and another one beginning.

Edwin Ahrenhoerster