Treasure of the Heart | Gentle Folk Blues Love Song | The William Altig Choir

“Treasure of the Heart” — A Gentle Folk Blues Love Song of Loss, Memory, and Undying Devotion

This tender and heartfelt song captures the timeless essence of love, separation, and soulful remembrance. Blending folk and soft blues influences, Treasure of the Heart features soothing acoustic guitar, soulful male vocals, subtle brush drums, warm bass, and angelic female harmonies.

The lyrics speak to that beautiful, bittersweet space where love continues beyond absence. Perfect for moments of reflection, healing, and quiet joy, this song will resonate deeply with anyone who has loved and lost — and yet loves still.

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Lyrics: 
[Verse 1]
You came along just when I was ready
I wasn't searchin' for you but I could have been
We fell together
Life got better
I wasn't lonely but it all just fell in

[Verse 2]
Then in a moment
I had to leave you
I wasn't ready to go but I had to be strong
Life gave us a story
Full of glory
I wasn't ready but the story goes on

[Chorus]
'Cause you are the treasure of my heart
You are the treasure of my heart
You are the treasure of my heart
You are the treasure of my heart

[Verse 3]
You are the lover of my soul
The way you loved me was like a song
I can hear you singin' so I keep on goin'
I wasn't ready but I keep movin' on

[Chorus]
'Cause you are the treasure of my heart
You are the treasure of my heart
You are the treasure of my heart
You are the treasure of my heart

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Treasure of the Heart

Solo Piano.  Created LIVE in Real-Time at St. Wenceslaus  Church, St. Louis MO.

Year of Music: May 12, 2025

Year of Music: May 13, 2025

final single before healing music iii - album out so soon  right around the end of spring or the beginning of summer
w/ https://soundcloud.com/4ntifreeze
https://fanlink.tv/pastmyself
www.egomackey.com
and i been stressin close to sick, praying that i ain far from rich,
fumbled plenty opportunities but sumn gotta stick, if i keep it goin cant switch,
wondering will i die from this, why do i still try with this,
just to get so sick, just to make me act a bitch, when the withdraw hits, 
life sometimes just feels like shit, and nothing else really feels like itll fix,
when i know its been killing me, killing me for years just so softly, 
hide away get sick just to save my body, already lost my mind by now probably, 
and i been stressin close to sick, praying that i ain far from rich,
fumbled plenty opportunities but sumn gotta stick, if i keep it goin cant switch,
wondering will i die from this, why do i still try with this,
just to get so sick, just to make me act a bitch, when the withdraw hits, 
life sometimes just feels like shit, and nothing else really feels like itll fix,
when i know its been killing me, killing me for years just so softly, 
hide away get sick just to save my body, already lost my mind by now probably, 

what do i need to do, to work it out,
what do i need to do, to get past myself,
stuck in my head for years, barely was ever here,
tried to face my fears, and the mistakes now i see clear, 
im sorry if i did you wrong,

sometimes i needa smoke a lil, just to keep me from cryin,
past few years been tough too many friends dying,
but shit you know i sitll gotta be tryin, stayin stuck on the past ain healthy brain fryin, 
romanticizing bad times got me lying, to myself this life can get frightenin, 
stick to the code, dont let them take my soul, 
lost a few years trying to get a hold, of myself take back control, 
life gets hard life gets cold, but you gotta keep it going cannot fold, \
what do i need to do, to work it out,
what do i need to do, to get past myself,
stuck in my head for years, barely was ever here,
tried to face my fears, and the mistakes now i see clear, 
im sorry if i did you wrong,

streaming

get past myself (prod. 4ntifreeze) healing music iii so soon

Put on your headphones, close your eyes, and dissolve into the frequency of love beyond form. Transcendence — Eternal Love lives in the space between memory and spirit—where connection isn’t tethered to time or outcome, but radiates on a soul-deep level. Composed in E Major with a Phrygian twist, the sound glows with warmth while drifting through a dreamlike haze. It’s love that transforms you, whether it stays or simply passes through like light.

15/100 ~ Eternal

Put on your headphones, close your eyes, and return to a moment you can’t quite place—but still feel. Second Memory unfolds in C Major pentatonic, offering a calm, open sound like a faded photo or a breeze through an old window. Gentle and unassuming, it carries the warmth of something once known, now softened by time. This is memory without weight—just light, tone, and quiet presence.

18/100 ~ Second Memory

The digital screen showed seventeen missed calls.
Most were from unknown numbers.
For the first time in his life… the urgency to return them all within fifteen minutes was gone.

Confirm? Yes.
The next second, the screen went dark.
He had unplugged from the system.

Sitting on a bench in a park, listening to the sound of falling leaves, breathing with the wind —
it felt real.
It had always been there, but he never noticed.

Didn’t want to.
Didn’t need to?

Who said the way he lived was right,
if all it gave him was anxiety… or emptiness, at best?

Groundhog Day.
Only this time, he was the main character.

Was this the beginning of change?
Maybe.
No — that’s exactly how it felt.
He didn’t know what it was, but something unseen was guiding him…
…toward the district he had consciously avoided for years.

The silhouette of a man fades into the horizon,
city noise trailing behind him,
a switched-off smartphone left on the bench.
A single pink Sakura leaf lands on its screen.

Nature won. Again.

From the writings of Igor Yakimenko. 

In the Shadow of Blossom

– So, you’re telling me I could just step in and vanish? Run through it?
– Yes. These mirrors are portals. They can open the whole universe to you. All you need to do is close your eyes, make a wish, and run through as fast as you can.
– What if it breaks? What if I get cut into a hundred pieces? I don’t want to be hurt.
– Aren’t you already hurting… from not knowing? From wondering what might happen if you ignore the urge? Will you forgive yourself for missing the one chance that might be real?
– Hmm. When you put it that way…

The little girl took two steps back, closed her eyes, and took a long, deep breath.

A wish was made.

In a blink, she launched herself toward the mirror which shimmered and trembled, as if welcoming her into a dream.

Her body passed through the surface like a swimmer breaking into a still, vertical ocean.

And just as quickly, the mirror reverted.

Now it was just… a mirror.

– These newcomers… the little boy whispered. They always need to be taught everything.

From the writings of Igor Yakimenko.

Mirrors

– You don’t get to decide what I must do for you. You hear me?

…my neighbor’s voice was louder than yesterday. Sharper. Unfiltered.

– You don’t say. I’m the one who pays the bills. I’m the one who brings food to your plate. Me! All me! And what do you do?

…her husband was right there with her. Same pitch. Different lines.
Is he getting better at yelling? Can someone even get better at that?

– Screw your bills! At least I’m not pretending to be someone I’m not — unlike someone in this building! Have you ever even — ...

…their voices drifted into another room. Just noise now. Garbled frustration.

Click.
The lighter flared in the dark.

A moment of flame.
The scent of smoke drifting up toward the indifferent stars.

They scream every night like they know exactly who they are.

Do I?

What does it even mean to know who I am?
A name? A job? A playlist of achievements?

Can anyone tell me who I really am?

…another exhale. More smoke. More silence.

The neighbors are quiet again.
They’ll be back tomorrow.

Maybe they’re the ones being honest.
Or maybe it’s me, alone, asking questions out loud without making a sound.

From the writings of Igor Yakimenko. 

I am

Solo Piano.  Created in Real-Time at the MIdwest Music Conservatory, St. Louis MO.

Year of Music: May 15, 2025

The Year of Music project began in May 2011  there has been a new musical creation posted each day.  Each new piece is created in real-time.   The project is currently in its 13th year.  To date, there are over 4700 "Daily Doses" in the project.

Richard’s live performances take audiences on a journey away from the busy world and into a calmer, less chaotic mental and emotional environment.  Drawing on his classical training, jazz and pop familiarity, Richard creates music thru an improvisational process.  His music has been called a soothing elixir for the soul, mind and body.

In 2016, composer/contemporary pianist Richard Carr moved to the Monterey Bay area of California after living in his native St. Louis area since 2005.  Richard spent 10 years working as a pianist in the night clubs, hotels and restaurants of the French Quarter of New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina.  He has released twenty-fiven solo albums and one collaboration in the contemporary instrumental /new age genre.

Aware of the meditative quality of his music, Richard has been exploring the healing side of his music.  Working in the holistic community of St. Louis, Richard developed the I AM Creative Sessions. These sessions are personal sessions in which Richard creates music for the client’s intention or focus.  In essence, he creates a soundtrack for the intention.
  
Currently Richard's electronic keyboard set-up includes Kurzweil PC3x and PC4x,  StudioLogic Numa 2-88,and the Roland boutique synths JP-08 and JX-03.

I'm a musician and sound artist creating immersive, emotion-driven soundscapes—often in collaboration with plants, textures, and memory. Right now, I'm in the middle of a 100-day challenge to write 100 songs. It's an experiment in letting go of perfection, in showing up daily to create without overthinking. Each track is a little snapshot of a feeling, a space, a thought—unpolished on purpose. I'm here to make music for the joy of it. Thanks for listening.

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Welcome to the musical world of The William Altig Choir, where ancient wisdom meets contemporary sound.

Inspired by the teachings of the Lotus Sutra and infused with deep spiritual themes, my music blends the rich traditions of blues and folk with modern elements, creating a unique fusion that resonates with both the heart and soul.

I've been captivated by the Lotus Sutra's messages of compassion, wisdom, and transformation since my youth. It's a journey of self-discovery that has found its voice in my music. Each song is a reflection of my own spiritual awakening and a celebration of universal truths.

My style is characterized by emotive storytelling, powerful lyrics, and a commitment to exploring the depths of human experience. Featuring contemplative blues, acoustic slide guitar, saxophone melodies, and the harmonies of a gospel choir, my music reflects a quest for enlightenment and a better understanding of the self.

Join me on this musical journey. Together, we can explore the teachings of the Lotus Sutra, finding solace, hope, and a deeper connection to the world around us.

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rip damacy rip kira rip shi rip denis rip the real
dreamside 2099 forever 
clothes: www.egomackey.com cassette /vhs releases on my bandcamp
my email: winrawrs@gmail.com
i make music for myself and sometimes share it with the world
new videos on my youtube -- all my albums/ep's on streaming
lot of my songs were deleted from here over the years by haters but they're still available on streaming (especially for some of my albums if they look incomplete on here)

New tracks tagged #healing music