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Antarctic - original composition for piano solo composed by Gene Emerson in February 2012. Copyright Protected All Rights Reserved 2012.
Embodies the Earth's southernmost continent, Antarctic is the coldest place on Earth. Desolate, very cold, silent, mysterious and beautiful. Although it appears lifeless, it has blue whales, orcas, penguins, colossal squids and fur seals. The amazing and unbelievable Emperor penguin, the tallest ( stand up to 122cm ) and heaviest penguin, is the only penguin that can withstand the harsh and extreme Antarctic cold for more than two months in order to breed without food or movement. To compose this piece, the Antarctic has been the source of inspiration for me, however like many people, I am deeply worried about it's future and the future of our globe. I have called my composition: Antarctic, solely to express my emotion, anxiety and the hope towards this great and magnificent region and its amazingly beautiful and wonderful wild life.
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Antarctic - original composition for piano solo composed by Gene Emerso...
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Antarctic - original composition for piano solo composed by Gene Emerson in February 2012. Copyright Protected All Rights Reserved 2012.
Embodies the Earth's southernmost continent, Antarctic is the coldest place on Earth. Desolate, very cold, silent, mysterious and beautiful. Although it appears lifeless, it has blue whales, orcas, penguins, colossal squids and fur seals. The amazing and unbelievable Emperor penguin, the tallest ( stand up to 122cm ) and heaviest penguin, is the only penguin that can withstand the harsh and extreme Antarctic cold for more than two months in order to breed without food or movement. To compose this piece, the Antarctic has been the source of inspiration for me, however like many people, I am deeply worried about it's future and the future of our globe. I have called my composition: Antarctic, solely to express my emotion, anxiety and the hope towards this great and magnificent region and its amazingly beautiful and wonderful wild life.
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"Death of A Hero" original composition for piano solo. Composed by Gene Emerson in Dec 2011. Copyright Protected All Rights Reserved 2012
A MASSAGE TO MY SUBSCRIBERS: I have been trying to send you 'Death of a Hero' but unfortunately with the new Youtube system, I am not able to. I don't know what is wrong. Many of you have complained about it but, It is completely out of my control.I am so sorry. Gene
SOME NOTES IN REGARDS TO "DEATH OF A HERO", FROM A RESPONSE TO A FRIEND:
in order to see the motif behind this piece one has to look at the description that comes as a poem. It explains it all. It is a very sad piece but the Hero by his death, is showing the direction to a bright future. He strongly believes that his cause is a just one and confident that others would carry on with his noble dream. It is somewhat like an expression of utter sadness in leaving this world while knowing that the death is not futile, with great sense of hope, optimism and pride.The fight for freedom, like the death of Spartacus, is a symbol that talks about the same issue. Please see the following magnificent videos of " Spartacus Last Scene", " I'm Spartacus " , "Gladiators Fight", and " Death Is the Only Freedom ".
http://www.youtub...
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Although I agree with you that the last part, is a bit 'long' but, I intentionally wanted to do that. I wanted to show, that the Hero's death in its total sadness has a positive result unbeknownst to the adversary. I want to show: the most valuable outcome, that death has brought forth, is the continuity of the cause and the message that provides the most important element in the story. "Death of a Hero is a dance of the soul at the wedding in heaven between angels, I believe the death is only a beginning of a new, eternal life". Death here, is Just like a torch in darkness that opens the path. For someone who does not know the thoughts and the emotions -when composing this piece- and does not follow the 'story', it may sound a bit long and repetitious. But, not for me or for thoses who are aware of the idea behind it. I somehow imagined,- when composing this piece- that I have been given the torch and I am the one who must carry it in darkness. The constantly burning flame is a necessity, to traverse the path. Just like repetitions of heart beats that are never ever too many, too long or boring. Or, like a fish that cannot become tired of water. I want to tell to the dying Hero: You will never die. We will carry forward the torch that you held high. We will never give up or abandon your dream. Please die in peace great Hero!
Please know that, this piece for me is extremely emotional and touching. 'Death of A Hero' is my ultimate expression of hope, optimism and a promise, a promise against prevalent agonizing pain and sorrow, -despite of so many wars, injustices, suffering, death, hunger, starvation, destructions, misery, economic and social deprivations in our world today- the future is very bright. The humanity will prevail ! And one day, humanity will eventually find its way to peace, justice, freedom, harmony, brotherhood, and happiness. I want with deep sense of empathy convey this message through my composition. Gene
Death of A Hero
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Oh fallen Hero,
brave and strong
defying to the end
you succumbed
to death....
how agonizing?
Oh great Hero,
rest in peace,
you'll never die
and your legend
is immortal!
Oh brave Hero,
rest in peace,
as thousands
follow your path,
as your death,
is a beginning,
an onrush
and not an end!
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"Death of A Hero" original composition for piano solo. Composed by Gene Emerson in Dec 2011. Copyright Protected All Rights Reserved 2012
A MASSAGE TO MY SUBSCRIBERS: I have been trying to send you 'Death of a Hero' but unfortunately with the new Youtube system, I am not able to. I don't know what is wrong. Many of you have complained about it but, It is completely out of my control.I am so sorry. Gene
SOME NOTES IN REGARDS TO "DEATH OF A HERO", FROM A RESPONSE TO A FRIEND:
in order to see the motif behind this piece one has to look at the description that comes as a poem. It explains it all. It is a very sad piece but the Hero by his death, is showing the direction to a bright future. He strongly believes that his cause is a just one and confident that others would carry on with his noble dream. It is somewhat like an expression of utter sadness in leaving this world while knowing that the death is not futile, with great sense of hope, optimism and pride.The fight for freedom, like the death of Spartacus, is a symbol that talks about the same issue. Please see the following magnificent videos of " Spartacus Last Scene", " I'm Spartacus " , "Gladiators Fight", and " Death Is the Only Freedom ".
http://www.youtub...
http://www.youtub...
http://www.youtub...
http://www.youtub...
Although I agree with you that the last part, is a bit 'long' but, I intentionally wanted to do that. I wanted to show, that the Hero's death in its total sadness has a positive result unbeknownst to the adversary. I want to show: the most valuable outcome, that death has brought forth, is the continuity of the cause and the message that provides the most important element in the story. "Death of a Hero is a dance of the soul at the wedding in heaven between angels, I believe the death is only a beginning of a new, eternal life". Death here, is Just like a torch in darkness that opens the path. For someone who does not know the thoughts and the emotions -when composing this piece- and does not follow the 'story', it may sound a bit long and repetitious. But, not for me or for thoses who are aware of the idea behind it. I somehow imagined,- when composing this piece- that I have been given the torch and I am the one who must carry it in darkness. The constantly burning flame is a necessity, to traverse the path. Just like repetitions of heart beats that are never ever too many, too long or boring. Or, like a fish that cannot become tired of water. I want to tell to the dying Hero: You will never die. We will carry forward the torch that you held high. We will never give up or abandon your dream. Please die in peace great Hero!
Please know that, this piece for me is extremely emotional and touching. 'Death of A Hero' is my ultimate expression of hope, optimism and a promise, a promise against prevalent agonizing pain and sorrow, -despite of so many wars, injustices, suffering, death, hunger, starvation, destructions, misery, economic and social deprivations in our world today- the future is very bright. The humanity will prevail ! And one day, humanity will eventually find its way to peace, justice, freedom, harmony, brotherhood, and happiness. I want with deep sense of empathy convey this message through my composition. Gene
Death of A Hero
******************
Oh fallen Hero,
brave and strong
defying to the end
you succumbed
to death....
how agonizing?
Oh great Hero,
rest in peace,
you'll never die
and your legend
is immortal!
Oh brave Hero,
rest in peace,
as thousands
follow your path,
as your death,
is a beginning,
an onrush
and not an end!
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'The Call of the Reed' (flu...
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Copyright Protected. All Rights Reserved 2011
'The Call of the Reed' (flute) is my new original composition and arrangements for piano violin duet. It was composed in Nov 2011. The violin is played by wonderful viola/violin player and teacher Reg Quiring. 'The Call of the Reed' Is a poem by Rumi, the great 13th century Persian poet. It has deeply moved and inspired me to name my composition after this absolutely magnificent poem. Rumi is one of my most favorite poets in the world. By 'The Call of the Reed', Rumi expresses a profound message of free spirited devotion, love, passion and peace for humanity. It signify's lofty and beautiful ideals. I would like to dedicate this piece to all my dear friends, subscribers and supporters as a gesture of gratitude for their great encouragements and support.
With all my love,
Gene
P.S. I would like to thank 'Burning Heart' for providing this wonderful and amazing translation of Rumi and allow me to use the title "The Call of the Reed" as the name of my composition.
THE CALL OF THE REED
* (flute)
Listen to the call of the Reed,
It talks of separation!
Ever since they cut me from the reed bed,
listening to my wailing songs,
man and woman,
sobbed bitterly.
I searched for the tormented heart
that knows of separation,
to share my painful tale.
Whoever has left his roots,
will come back one day to seek the roots!
I joined every crowd
singing my sad songs
and became one,
with the happy and the sad.
Each thought, he is my friend
yet,
no one searched my inner secrets.
My secrets, my wailings are connected,
but you need eyes and ears to know.
Body is not separated from the soul
but he sees only the body and not the soul.
My wailing song is the fire
whoever doesn't have this fire, is not alive
!
It is the fire of love,
that goes through the reed.
It is the power of love,
that makes the wine.
If days are gone,
let it be,
there is no fear,
you are here,
oh beloved, the purest of all.
Oh my child,
threw away your chains.
be free!
how long you want to be slave of gold and silver?
Whoever has fallen in love with the beloved
is free from all faults and greeds.
Oh my beloved my sweet dream,
be joyous !
You are the healer of all our pain.
Rumi (Copyright Protected. All Right Reserved)
* The new approach in translation of Rumi's poetry from the original Persian text of 800 years old, is done in such a way as not to sacrifice, change or modify the true meaning and the real message that Rumi wanted to deliver. Another words, in translation, substance rather than the form has been given priority. The translator's aim is to diligently safeguard the authenticity and originality of Persian text and Rumi's thoughts and spirit.
"Burning Heart" (Mahrough)
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be well and peace with you
chris ( in blue )
**have a merry xmas and a happy new year full of health and happiness !!!
All the best!
Santiago
I hope you like my cello playing :-D
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Santiago
May your weekend be blessed with laughter, love and sunshine.
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