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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...
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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 cause 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", " Death Is the Only Freedom ", "Spartacus part 9" and part 13, from the movie Spartacus:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOWZpu... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8h_v_... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5W8Np... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tetwGG... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEqGya... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZLJ1i...
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 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' (flute) is my new original composition and arrangements for piano violin duet. ...
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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 dedicating this wonderful and amazing translation.
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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from Travel Today, only on Travel Channel The country's capital located in the south near the border with South Africa, it boasts Portuguese-style b...
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from Travel Today, only on Travel Channel The country's capital located in the south near the border with South Africa, it boasts Portuguese-style buildings that are the result of European colonisation. It has a population of about two million people and a large, bustling harbour. Its wide avenues lined with acacia and jacaranda trees add to the scenic beauty of this historical and cultural city.
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da região do Ribatejo, muito obrigado pelo seu amável comentário.
uma boa semana para si meu amigo.
abraço, Carlos.
quero desejar-lhe uma boa semana e um Ano de 2012, com muita paz.
Um abraço, Carlos
A todos os meus Amigos...
Votos de um Natal Feliz e Pròspero Ano Novo,sâo os meus desejos sinceros.
Saudaçôes a todos.
Vidalde
em comentar os meus videos. É interessante mostrar estas pequenas vilas,
onde surgem coisas maravilhosas por descobrir.
tenha um bom inicio de semana.
um abraço Carlos.
F.Santos
Golegã e Sagres, e assim como o seu amável comentário.
tenha um bom dia e uma boa semana.
Abraço, Carlos.