Music For Brains

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Hi there and welcome to the release of one of my compositions, written for the ‘Music for Brains’ Project, 'Central Park Sunday'.

I am honoured to work on this project and will be releasing more tracks soon. 

I first shared this track with John Styles in November 2022 and am delighted that it has received so much positive feedback from the listeners. John and I have regular meetings to share our ideas and experiences and it was following one of these talks that he suggested I start to upload the ‘Music for Brains’ project compositions for everyone to enjoy.  Given the popularity of this track we decided it should be the first.

About this track:
I was fortunate to visit New York City in October 2022 with my family. It was such a wonderful time, and I was so inspired by the sights, sounds and atmosphere of this wonderful, magical city.
The inspiration for this track came from a walk in Central Park on a Sunday morning. 

It was a crisp, sunny Autumn Day, we had walked along 7th Avenue to get to the park and then wandered into the middle of the park. We met a lovely Park Volunteer who gave us a friendly welcome and a little map. We slowly meandered along the winding paths and found our way to Strawberry Fields, climbing the small hill we finally reached 'Imagine', John Lennon's memorial garden. Buskers were playing Beatles songs and people gathered round to take pictures, share feelings, and enjoy this special memorial. We then wandered on through the tall trees watching the leaves fall gently on a breeze. 

I was just thrilled at seeing so many people enjoying a walk in the park. It was cold, but the leaves were golden, the sun was shining, and we had stopped off for some lovely chicken noodle soup by the lake. Later we sat and watched a group of children enjoy a magic show for a birthday party. It was lovely to hear their laughter and excitement. We wandered on and found ourselves by the Zoo and were able to see the sealions through the railings, playing in their pool.

Central Park had such a powerful impact upon me, and I felt so at peace. I have worked in Parks maintenance in the UK all my life. My first job was working for the Royal Parks in London so being able to see Central Park was absolutely amazing. I really loved how there are still sections of the natural bedrock visible, so if you stand in the right location, surrounded by trees, you can almost imagine that you have gone back in time, before the City was built and connect to the natural energies of this wonderful place.

My composition is trying to express so many feelings that it is hard to describe what I am trying to convey. But if you have been fortunate to visit this magical place, I hope that I have captured just a small part of its energy. If you have never been to Central Park, do not worry as I am sure my emotions were also inspired by the energy of nature that has been with me throughout my career.

Just relax, close your eyes, and imagine you are on a walk in the sunshine on a cold and crisp Autumn Day.

Composer: Matt Baker
All Instruments: Matt Baker
Arrangement: Matt Baker
Producer: Matt Baker
Recorded at: Yew Tree Studios Liverpool

Comments and Feedback are most welcome.

All the best for now

Peace & Happiness

Matt

Central Park Sunday - Matt Baker

Hi there and welcome to the latest release for the Music for Brains project, 'Valerian Dream'

I am immensely proud to compose music for this special project with John Styles and am thrilled when I learn that the music, I write helps other to rest and heal.

The background to this track:

Many of us struggle sometimes to relax our minds, we go to bed tired and get nice a comfortable, but then lay awake unable to sleep. 

Whilst I lay awake the other night, I thought I would do a little research to see if I could find out more about why we can find it so hard to fall asleep. I feel a lot has to do with how busy our lives are and the endless streams of information that surround us. From the minute we wake up we are bombarded with media, emails, adverts, text messages, phone calls, and then after travelling to work many of us sit in front of a computer most of the day.

I reflected that years ago there were only limited TV channels, and programmes use to finish at around midnight. If you wanted to stay up later, you would either read or listen to some music, or the radio. 

Whilst I was reading about sleeplessness I can across some information about Valerian, which is an herb that is renowned for its calming, sedative effects.

People have claimed that it helps reduce feelings of nervous tension and helps improve aid sleep, but there is limited scientific research to support this.

The valerian plant is native to Europe and Asia and has been cultivated in North America. Traditionally, the root of the valerian plant has been used for centuries dating back to at least the times of ancient Greece and Rome.

I really liked the idea of this and decided to compose this track as an aid to relaxation. I spent time carefully layering the instruments and melodies in this arrangement so that they gently wash over you as you rest. The instrumentation has been very carefully selected so each sound is gentle on the ear. I intentionally made it start and finish with a soft ambient sound, so it will loop if you need more than one go.

I hope you enjoy this track and that it helps you to relax.

Recorded at Yew Tree Studios in Liverpool
Composer: Matt Baker
All Instruments: Matt Baker
Arrangement: Matt Baker
Producer: Matt Baker

Comments and feedback are most welcome.

Kind regards

Matt

Valerian Dream

Valerian Dream - Matt Baker

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Hi There

I have recently been working on tracks for the Music For Brains Project and have been requested to work on a few classic movie soundtrack covers.

I have always loved John Williams and decided to try and attempt a cover of the awesome theme from 'Jurassic Park'. This theme brings back so many fond memories for me as I loved watching the films with my family and was fortunate enough to also experience the amazing theme park rides at Universal Studios.

Composer: John Williams
Cover version by: Matt Baker

Recorded at: Yew Tree Tree Studios Liverpool (non commercial)


Comments and feedback most welcome, although I can hardly take any real credit other than trying my best to capture the magic and majesty of this wonderful soundtrack.

Thanks for listening

Peace, Respect & Love to All

Jurassic Park - A Tribute To John Williams

Jurassic Park - A Tribute To John Williams - Matt Baker

Hi there and welcome to my latest track 'Interstellar - A Tribute To Hans Zimmer'

I have recently been working on tracks for the Music For Brains project and was requested to work on some covers of a few soundtrack pieces. I knew immediately that Interstellar by Hand Zimmer would be a perfect track.

Ever since I first heard the soundtrack to Interstellar I was so mesmerised at the mastery of the composition. It is just perfect and is so emotionally powerful, carrying so many emotions to this powerful and thought provoking film. Every time I hear it I get goosebumps and find myself drifting through my own emotions.

I was fortunate enough to see Hans Zimmer live in Liverpool a few years ago and it was just awesome to witness the master at work!

I haven't really done a great deal to this other than add a few little sprinkles of my own here and there.

Composer: Hans Zimmer
Cover Version: Matt Baker

Interstellar - A Tribute To Hand Zimmer by Matt Baker

Interstellar - A Tribute to Hans Zimmer - By Matt Baker

Hi there and welcome to the release of 'Born Free - A Tribute to John Barry, by Matt Baker' Columbia Pictures 1966

I was recently asked by John Styles as a request from one of the client of Music For Brains, to work on some music inspired by John Barry.

I have always been a huge fan of his amazing movie soundtracks an knew straight away that it would be fun to see what I could do with 'Born Free'

I decided to deviate a little from the original score with the addition of some extra melodies, percussion and vocal performances.

Composer: John Barry
Arrangement: John Barry & Matt Baker
All Instruments: Matt Baker
Production: Matt Baker

Recorded in Yew Tree Studios Liverpool (non for profit)

I hope you enjoy my creation and that it brings you some time to relax and reflect.

Comments and feedback most welcome.

Thanks for listening

Peace, Respect and Love to All

Matt

Born Free - A Tribute to John Barry by Matt Baker

Born Free - A Tribute To John Barry - by Matt Baker

Hi there and welcome to one my latest compositions for Music For Brains, 'Arduinna' 

This track is inspired by the Celtic Goddess of the Forest. 

Arduinna, Gaulish Goddess of Forests and Hunting is one of the many Celtic Goddesses who is associated with a particular region or body of water.  She was worshipped in the heavily forested regions of the Ardennes, located in what is current day Belgium and Luxembourg with small portions found in France and Germany. She was also associated with the Forest of Arden in England. Her name has its roots in the Gaulish word “arduo” meaning “height”.

I like the thought of the Ancient association with deities that influenced the passing of time and the more basic needs, harvest, forests, hunting, fertility etc, before the world was as complicated and fast paced. 

In this track I imagine wondering through an ancient woodland on a spring morning with the sunlight tracing beams through the woodland canopy, casting pools of light across the forest floor.

Composition, All Instruments, Arrangement & Production: Matt Baker

Recorded in Yew Tree Studios Liverpool

I hope you enjoy this track and a short rest to reflect upon the wonder of nature.

Comments and feedback most welcome

All the best for now, Matt

Arduinna - Music For Brains

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Music has always been an integral part of my life. From my earliest memories, it has shaped how I express my emotions and bring my creative ideas to life. Whether it was hours spent with a slightly out-of-tune upright piano or strumming on my sister's guitar, I was hooked. While I struggled with traditional music theory and never quite mastered reading or writing music, my passion for sound and composition only grew.

My journey truly began with a Casio VL-Tone, a keyboard that allowed me to record simple melodies. Throughout my teenage years, I poured countless hours and resources into building my first collection of music gear, recording everything from theme songs to pop and punk covers with friends. In my early twenties, I played in several bands and immersed myself in the live music scene, which was a great experience but often came with late nights and long hours.

During this time, I also began exploring electronic music more seriously, acquiring my first proper setup: a Kawai keyboard, Technics sequencer, Alesis HR16 drum machine, and a Yamaha MT100 4-track recorder. These tools opened up new possibilities and inspired me to experiment with electronic music production and midi-based compositions.

A lifelong fan of science fiction, fantasy, and cinematic soundtracks, I soon found myself gravitating toward composing thematic music. Movies, being my second greatest passion, heavily influenced the direction of my creative work.

In my 30s, life’s demands shifted my focus toward career and family, but my love for music never waned. Entering my 40s, I had the opportunity to refocus, acquiring new gear and fully committing to my musical development. With the help of modern technology, I now have a home studio where I can bring my musical ideas to life with greater precision and depth.

My current setup includes a Korg Triton LE, Cubase 12, Nektar LE88, Steinberg UR824 interface, and an array of VSTs such as Kontakt, Halion Sonic SE, Retrologue, and EastWest Symphonic Choirs, among others. This home studio, built over nearly a decade, allows me to push creative boundaries and explore new sounds and compositions.

Based in Liverpool, I’m currently writing is almost every style. Rock songs for my band Inner Fire. Pop tracks inspired by the 80's and 90's. Theme music inspired by film and literature with the aspiration of one day scoring a full-length production. 

Since joining SoundCloud, I've had the privilege of connecting with talented musicians and creative minds from around the world. One of the most fulfilling collaborations has been with John Styles, where we’ve explored a wide range of musical genres. 

I’m also proud to serve as the principal composer for Music for Brains, a project dedicated to healing through music and creativity. Working on this project has been deeply rewarding, as it has allowed me to connect with individuals on an emotional level, crafting compositions inspired by their stories.

I’m always open to feedback and collaboration, as it helps me refine my craft. While working in the music industry is a dream, I am also a grateful family man, and the support of my loved ones plays a crucial role in fuelling my passion. I am thankful to have such a strong network of family and friends who encourage me to keep pursuing my musical ambitions.

If you're in need of music for a production or project, feel free to reach out. I would be excited to contribute my creativity and help bring your vision to life.

Thank you for taking the time to explore my music—I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,

Matt

Arduinna - Music For Brains

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