VIDEO https://youtu.be/FDjNav6gvLw

"un-controlling" for cello, piano and two ebows composed by Dika Chartoff (ASCAP 2022) 

Dave Eggar, cello
Clare Longendyke, piano
Christian Amonson, recording engineer
Louis Ng, recording engineer

In memory and celebration of my friend Ben who was a wonderful friend to so many; amazing son, brother and father; a passionate surfer and sailor who lost his life to suicide after a long battle with depression.

During the opening, characterized as Poetico quasi senza mesura (poetic and unmeasured), the e-bow is used as an ostinato - a constant sound triggered by a magnet that vibrates the piano strings. Essentially, it’s a noise that’s calming and seductive at times, but much like depression, or tinnitus, it’s an unwelcome guest. The second part, giocoso (lively and humorous), is an innocent and technical interlude that culminates in climbing adrenaline; such as surfing a giant wave. Finally, Lento Irrealmente (slow and surreal) is a free fall of reverberating, vibrations and letting go. The e-bow is not present at that moment and perhaps a sense of hope, is restored.

un-controlling

"Firefly" is the opening track to 'Goldenrod,' the debut album from folk singer Teni Rane. Recorded in Bristol, VA, with master cellist Dave Eggar (Amy Lee, Coldplay) and guitar virtuoso Phil Faconti, "Firefly" invites the listener to consider what it means to change and still remain essentially the same.

Teni Rane: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Dave Eggar: Cello
Phil Faconti: Electric Guitar, Ukulele (Reprise)
Jonathan Shumaker: Bass

Lyrics:
Firefly shining at last
You‘ve never cared about the past
This summer night will soon be gone
With the coming of dawn

Firefly, you fly so low
When you rise - where do you go?
Firefly, when you look at me
Can you tell I’m lonely?

Firefly, shining at last
you‘ve never cared about the past
this summer night will soon be gone
with the coming of dawn

Firefly, stay awhile.
Your twinkling lights bring a smile
Firefly, if you have to go
Take me with you don’t leave me here alone

Firefly, help me to spread my wings
It’s the only way to reach for dreams
I could do without these doubts
And breaking free would make me proud

Firefly shining at last
You‘ve never cared about the past
This summer night will soon be gone
With the coming of dawn

This summer night will soon be gone
With the coming of dawn
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"Firefly" solo acoustic https://youtu.be/rkL6wths7jo
https://tenirane.com

Goldenrod

Teni Rane Firefly

Latest single from 'Goldenrod,' the debut album from Chattanooga folk singer Teni Rane.

"The most “anthemic” of the songs on the album, “Small Steps” weaves the questioning mind together with a commitment to keep moving forward with as much love and joy as is possible. Each day is made up of tiny decisions that move our lives forward towards our goals, dreams, hopes. Oftentimes we discount the energy that it takes to inspire ourselves into action." - Teni Rane

Lyrics: 
My feet are stuck to the ground 
My body’s stiff from my legs up through my crown 
My heart is beating 
My ears are ringing 
My will is crumbling down 

Voices in my head
Filling my mind and eyes with dread 
Now I’m shaking
Is this breaking?
Why am I seeing red?

With all these small steps 
They take big courage 
I’m learning to love myself in life 
With every small step 
Well it takes big courage 
I’m learning not to apologize

Will it be enough?
Or will I give up far too much?
Well I am learning 
That my heart is yearning for feats 
That you say are too grand

But all these small steps 
Well they take big courage 
I’m learning to love myself in life 
With every small step
Well it takes big courage 
I’m learning not to apologize

Ooooohhhhh yeah 
Oooooohhhhh oooh oh oh

Am I ready to fly?
I take a deep breath in 
and close my eyes
Because I am trying 
So there’s no use shying away now
I’m facing up to the day 

With all these small steps 
Well, they take big courage 
I’m learning to love myself in life 
With every small step 
Well it takes big courage
I’m learning not to apologize

For all these small steps 
They take big courage 
I’m learning to love myself in life 
With every small step 
Well it takes big courage 
I’m learning not to apologize
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Song Credits: 
Teni Rane: Lead vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Dave Eggar: Cello, Piano
Phil Faconti: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Jonathan Shumaker: Bass

Recorded at Classic Recording Studios in Bristol, TN
Additional recording at Asteraceae Productions (Chattanooga, TN) 
Sound Engineer: Mike Stephenson 
Mixing & Mastering Engineering: Mike Stephenson
Produced By: Teni Rane, Mike Stephenson
Album Photography: Jess Astacio
Album Art: Teni Rane

Written by Teni Rane Butler © 2024
Asteraceae Publishing (BMI)

https://tenirane.com

Teni Rane Small Steps

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“I don't remember my dreams too much. I hardly have ever gotten ideas from nighttime dreams. But I love daydreaming and dream logic and the way dreams go” - David Lynch
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I love to express stories through music and explore the visceral space that surrounds them. Sometimes I’m interested in creating sound collages, or tapestries of sound that are varied in their nature but unified in their aesthetic aim. Other times I surrender to something lyrical. Most of the time, I feel compelled to make sense of the world, which is impossible. But, after some work, which includes frustration, and occasional eureka moments, I find deep meaning and satisfaction in my music, especially as I near the finish line and embark on a collaborative journey with fellow creatives. 

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