Precious guitar. Sublime moments immersed in rich inspirations. Music to listen to and dream about.

Fantastic guitar sound, beautiful playing.

Very beautiful and skilful, love the background instruments, well done. sir!

Composed, played & produced by http://www.StanLeonard.com
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Picture inspired by van Gogh ;-)

Daydreaming (solo guitar)

Hi friends, new single out now.
I hope you will enjoy it.

Big thanks!
Artwork: Pere Vilardebo Miró 

Maybe love is simply this:
giving one hand to two other hands,
smelling a golden nape of the neck
and feeling that another body responds to us in silence.
Perhaps love is simply that:
the gesture of approaching and forgetting.
Each remains himself,
but there are two bodies that merge.

Quizá el amor es simplemente esto:
entregar una mano a otras dos manos, 
olfatear una dorada nuca
y sentir que otro cuerpo nos responde en silencio.
Quizá el amor sea simplemente eso:
el gesto de acercarse y olvidarse.
Cada uno permanece siendo él mismo,
pero hay dos cuerpos que se funden.

Antonio Gala

#guitar #calm #peace #nowar #simply #stopbombinggaza🇵🇸 #stopwar #love #beauty #solo fingerstyle

simply

I am hugely grateful to Stefan Kraft, an incredibly talented musician and composer, for enriching my music with his stunningly beautiful arrangement & orchestration. It has been a great honour and pleasure for me to collaborate with Stefan.

You can hear more of his wonderful music here: @stefankraft_music.

Thank you very much for listening —  we do hope you will enjoy this piece!

Credits:

Piano: Anastasiya Ihnatovich
Arrangement & orchestration: Stefan Kraft


The video made by Stefan for our music is available via the following link:

https://youtu.be/BFBwKQEJkTY

All (Ft. Stefan Kraft)

WATER TO WINE
 
Words & Music: Goff Johnson
Vocals: Todd J McLean
Keyboards & Rhythm Guitar: Goff Johnson
Drums and Hammond Organ: Kat Hendrix
Lead Guitar: Tim Porter
 
Mixed and Mastered by Kat Hendrix at Absolute Time Studios, Vancouver, May 2025
 
About the Song

"Water to Wine" is a song about the appeal of perfection we often see online, contrasted with the seemingly unremarkable and ordinary lives that most of us lead. It’s a reflection on the emotional toll that comes from chasing validation through likes and follower counts— and the emptiness that can follow when the spotlight fades.

Our value, though, goes far deeper than what shows up on a screen and authenticity holds more power than appearances. Take a deep breath and if we look up from the scroll and take a brave look at the world — and each other — we might find something much more real!

Behind the Song (from Goff Johnson)

Ironically, while the message of the track talks about isolation and the cost of surface-level connection, the making of Water to Wine was the exact opposite of that! It came to life through collaboration with the incredibly talented Todd J McLean, who, in addition to his awesome vocals, and red-hot music connections, also created the cover art (Woman in Yellow Chair) for the track! The overall result is something far richer than either of us could have created alone.

Working together brought depth, direction, and new energy to the song — proof that the best things happen when we connect for real. No filters, just music, shared purpose, and mutual trust!

Final Notes (from Todd)

This is my first collaboration on SoundCloud. I could not have been more fortunate than to work with Goff Johnson, an immensely talented singer/songwriter/musician. When I first came across Goff, I listened to his entire Stories of Stardust album end-to-end and I was so impressed with this concept and significant body of work. I highly recommend checking it out on Goff’s SoundCloud page. https://soundcloud.com/goff-johnson/sets/stories-of-stardust?si=9db35566a42747b9b63a5780334f67ea&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Although Water to Wine is not part of Goff’s Stardust series, it is nonetheless a beautifully written song and it’s been a privilege for me to sing it. Besides, I love to sing the Blues. Thank you so much, Goff!

We owe a huge shout-out to both Kat Hendrix, a master musician and our producer, and Tim Porter, a virtuoso on guitar. It is a real privilege to work with these West coast legends.

Lyrics: 

Verse 1
Someone wrote a playbook for perfection 
with lives of photo ops, their outtakes seldom seen 
today a star, the next you’re a pariah 
“Be Kind” they say, but that ain’t what they mean 
 
Chorus: 
Well I never watched the water turn to wine, 
and i never took a flower out of the desert, 
but i walked until my feet bled, and I looked until I was blind, 
and I reached out for a hand to hold in mine 
 
Verse 2 
Well there’s nothing quite as quiet as “the silence” 
after fame has passed, so flashbulb fast, away 
and i wonder if it really makes a difference 
cos the next in line wait for their time, to shine but not to stay”

Chorus: 
Well I never watched the water turn to wine, 
and i never took a flower out of the desert, 
but i walked until my feet bled, and I looked until I was blind, 
and I reached out for a hand to hold in mine

Cover Art: Woman in Yellow Chair, Todd J McLean

All rights reserved

Water to Wine

"How many crossroads are you allowed to have in life? I seem to have a lot of crossroads. I think maybe I crossed back across the same road too often." -- Queen Latifah

When I was younger, I imagined life would present a few major, yet basic crossroads. Of course, there have been many crossroads encountered since then…Life is filled with countless decisions and changes.  Some crossroads are obvious; others, not so much, and this can produce some significant stress until a choice has been made. Even after making a decision, doubt can linger: Was it the right path? Of course, only time will tell, but all crossroads, taken or missed, can still provide us with valuable life lessons and personal growth. 

This composition offers a glimpse into the crossroads we encounter in our lives, and the inner turmoil that may accompany the decision-making process.  As the piece nears the end, a very subtle change signals a decision and movement toward resolution.

Crossroads

Composed, played & produced by http://www.StanLeonard.com
I've been working on this instrumental since March. You can see me practicing an earlier (and slightly faster) version here on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/reel/DHbWh7HNPEw/

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This piece is about how life is like the ocean...Sometimes it’s calm and clear… other times, wild and unpredictable. You can’t fight the waves, but you can learn to ride them. Thanks for listening and sharing 🙏
Ambient Acoustic Guitar
Chill Guitar Instrumental

Waves (solo guitar)

This track is my very personal take at the Koan "Hear the Clap of your Hand". My lyrics version (https://soundcloud.com/konrad-spittelberg/the-clap-of-one-hand-pp) might make things clearer. (yes, this is my sneaky strategy to guide you from one song to another :-))

Compositionwise, the track is roughly split into two equal parts. The first part introduces its cinematic theme in the very beginning, taking it thereafter up several times with slightly different accentuations and rhythms which gives it a fresh feel with different highlighted nuances in each repetition. Several interludes contribute to the cinematic feeling. 

The second part, starting @1.53 starts by a more Jazzy version of the main theme. However, from 2.20 onwards, it is very restricted in its harmonies - only two harmonies are used from thereon until the end, C major and C# major. The tension arises purely from the rhythmic changes (such as the shift from 4/4 to 3/4 @3.17 and back), climaxing at the end.

The Clap of One Hand (Piano Miniature)

Her Echo is a song about memory, loss, and what remains in the stillness.
Soft piano meets a female voice filled with sorrow, depth, and fragile beauty.

All melodies, vocal phrasing, dynamics, and lyrics were fully composed and written by me.
All other instruments were either recorded manually or arranged using high-quality VSTs – including libraries from EastWest, Native Instruments, Kontakt, Opus, and Komplete.
This is 100% my own musical vision – handcrafted, emotional, and real.

🕯️ Lyrics:

Shadows fall where light once stayed,
Whispers echo dreams we made.
Time moves on, but I remain,
Holding on through silent pain.

I remember… all we were,
In the stillness, in the blur.
Every heartbeat, every sigh,
Lives in me though you’re not by my side.

Leaves still dance where we would stand,
Traces fading in the sand.
I reach out, but you're not near,
Only silence answers here.

I remember… all we were,
In the stillness, in the blur.
Every heartbeat, every sigh,
Lives in me though you’re not by my side.

Reminiscence in my soul,
You’re the part that made me whole...
**The voice was realized using ACE Studio.

Note: This track was entirely composed, performed, arranged, and produced by myself – without the use of artificial intelligence.
Creating authentic music with real emotion and personality is important to me. Thank you for listening and for your support.
℗ 2025 DestKorn | © 2025 DestKorn. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification or distribution of this track is strictly prohibited and will be prosecuted under applicable law.

Her Echo ist ein Lied über Erinnerung, Verlust und das, was in der Stille weiterlebt.
Zartes Klavier trifft auf eine weibliche Stimme voller Emotion – getragen von Tiefe, Wehmut und leiser Hoffnung.

.Ausdruck, Melodie und jede einzelne Note des Gesangs wurden von mir selbst komponiert und gestaltet – ebenso stammt der gesamte Text aus meiner Feder.
Alle weiteren Instrumente wurden selbst eingespielt oder mit hochwertigen VSTs professionell arrangiert – darunter Libraries von EastWest, Native Instruments, Kontakt, Opus und Komplete.

Was du hier hörst, ist 100 % meine musikalische Handschrift – ehrlich, persönlich, handgemacht.

🕯️ Songtext:

Schatten fallen, wo einst Licht verweilte,
Flüstern tragen Träume, die wir teilten.
Die Zeit vergeht, doch ich bleib’ besteh’n,
Halte fest – in stillem Schmerz vergeh’n.

Ich erinn’re mich… an unser Sein,
In der Stille, mittendrin, allein.
Jeder Herzschlag, jeder Seufzer –
lebt in mir, auch wenn du nicht mehr bei mir bist.

Blätter tanzen, wo wir einst gestanden,
Spuren, die im Sand bald verschwanden.
Ich greif nach dir – doch du bist fern,
Nur das Schweigen bleibt mir noch so gern.

Ich erinn’re mich… an unser Sein,
In der Stille, mittendrin, allein.
Jeder Herzschlag, jeder Seufzer –
lebt in mir, auch wenn du nicht mehr bei mir bist.

Erinnerung – tief in meiner Seele,
Du warst der Teil, der mich einst ganz machte...
***Die Stimme wurde mit ACE Studio realisiert.

Hinweis: Dieser Track wurde vollständig von mir komponiert, aufgeführt, arrangiert und produziert – ohne den Einsatz künstlicher Intelligenz.
Echte Musik mit authentischen Emotionen und Persönlichkeit zu erschaffen, ist mir wichtig. Vielen Dank, dass du zugehört hast und für deine Unterstützung.
℗ 2025 DestKorn | © 2025 DestKorn. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification or distribution of this track is strictly prohibited and will be prosecuted under applicable law.
℗ 2025 DestKorn | © 2025 DestKorn. Alle Rechte vorbehalten.
Jegliche unautorisierte Nutzung, Vervielfältigung, Bearbeitung oder Verbreitung dieses Tracks ist untersagt und wird rechtlich verfolgt.
Artist & Publisher: Matthias K. / DestKorn
SenneRecord – established 2012

Her Echo (Reminiscence)

The Weight of Gentle Things

Strings that Cut

My song shall be of Jesus;
His mercy crowns my days,
He fills my cup with blessings,
And tunes my heart to praise.
My song shall be of Jesus,
The precious Lamb of God,
Who gave Himself my ransom,
And bought me with His blood.

	My song shall be of Jesus
	When, sitting at His feet,
	I call to mind His goodness
	In meditation sweet:
	My song shall be of Jesus,
	Whatever ill betide;
	I’ll sing the grace that saves me,
	And keeps me at His side.
	I’ll sing the grace that saves me,
	And keeps me at His side.

My song shall be of Jesus
While pressing on my way
To reach the blissful kingdom
Of pure and perfect day:
And when my soul shall enter
That realm of splendor fair,
A song of praise to Jesus
I’ll sing forever there.


🌹🎻🎶🌺🌱🌷🌸🌹🎻🎶🌺


C F
1. Le canto a Jesucristo; mis días coronó,
Fm C
De Sus misericordias, reboso bendición.
D C7 F
Le canto a Jesucristo, Cordero de mi Dios,
Fm C G7 C
Dio Su preciosa sangre, pagó y me redimió.
Em Am Em
Le canto a Jesucristo
F G
Sentado a Sus pies,
Em Am Em
Repaso Sus bondades
F D7
En dulce comunión:
G C
Le canto a Jesucristo,
E Am
En toda adversidad;
F C
Su gracia salvadora
G C C7
Me ase y guarda en Él,
F C
Su gracia salvadora
Dm G C
Me ase y guarda en Él.

2. Le canto a Jesucristo; al apremiar mi andar,
Y el esplendor del Reino yo pueda alcanzar.
Y cuando logre mi alma en tal esfera entrar,
Le cantaré alabanzas, por la eternidad.


🌹🎻🎶🌺🌱🌸🌷🌹🎻🎶🌺

My_Song_Shall_Be_of_Jesus.🌹🎻🎶 Le _Canto _A _Jesucristo 🌹🎻🎶 Instrumental.

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I tell my stories through my own composed (and improvised) instrumental guitar music, using a combination of acoustic guitars, sometimes supported by orchestral instruments. Some have described my music as meditative, relaxing, and introspective, with a touch of melancholia and a distinctly Spanish flair. Listen for yourself and let me know what stories my music tells you.
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My music has a Creative Commons Licence, so you can use it for non-commercial purposes.

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