MacJams.com - Song: A Farewell by magnatone

sheilad	sheilad said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	already? you posted another? I will be back to listen but just wanted to let you know I will not miss this! Check out my latest song called Nana Lives

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	i KNOW!! it's only been a month - what was i thinking??? Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

sheilad

sheilad said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

you make me cry!
Ok... everything makes me cry but your music always evokes such emotion in me and I love it. So calming and reflective, right what I need. I heard this over iChat while online with Chris and he couldnt help himself but to pick up his guitar and play along with you and what a wonderful treat that was!!! Thank you so much for all that you give to this world!!! you know this is burning a path to my iPod at 150 bmp so no worries if you slowed it down for one!!!

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MarkHolbrook	MarkHolbrook said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Crud... Can't listen as in Ryan's recovery room. Will listen later today! Check out my latest song called My 911

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	ryan give him my best would you? much love to you and your family mark! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

MarkHolbrook	MarkHolbrook said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	Well I didn't get to listen until just now... you know the reasons... but here I am at last!!! As usually very very emotive piano! I think the piano and you were born together Karen... (no that is not an age crack!!!) But then maybe you are reincarnated... a previous piano master come back to life! Outstanding! Check out my latest song called My 911

awigze	awigze said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	holdin out This is lovely piece. Would have loved to heard the live performance. Flute would make a nice accompaniment to this.... Check out my latest song called Dark Waters w/scofugate, ktb, Pickquickrecords, Ren-Tin-10

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Andy yes flute would be nice - revisiting this song makes me think about orchestrating it. maybe i'll try that one of these fine days - thanks for the listen! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

MarkHolbrook	MarkHolbrook said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	Actually I'm thinking sax.. a gentle sax working against this would be amazing! Check out my latest song called My 911

scofugate	scofugate said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Another wonderful one I really really love the way this one moves. What wonderful dynamics. You got the touch dear. Ponder....Makes you think, I love it dear. You got it Karen!!! Check out my latest song called Prelude and Jam W/Ibstrat

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Scott ya schweetie! thanks for the listen dear! send me that song you were talking about - i'm waiting! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Jarvoid

Jarvoid said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

What....no assist ?
You done this without the Mirror Slaves and Poison Ivory and the band in the garage ?...and you did itso quickly......perhaps you should lose the evil henchmen,stop trying for global domination and take up playing the piano....oh you do !

I may have some things muddled in my mind......

Great piece by the way !

Jarvoid

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magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	LOL LOL LOL there is NOBODY like you chris! actually, this IS played using the Poison Ivory, but the Mirror Slaves stayed at home. just me and the pi-nano. hadn't considered global domination - way too much work for me! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Dadai.2	Dadai.2 said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	serene.... a good piece of music to hear today. Calms the waves and slows the pace. Thanks K. D Check out my latest song called Never To Grow Old

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Jack2 thanks for stopping by for a listen. i always appreciate it! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

drakonis	drakonis said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	tranquil relaxing, gentle, but forward-looking and enjoyable, as it should be. Not sure it needs anything more. Simple is good. ttfn, Drakonis Check out my latest song called Belle Aire (for Mandolin Orchestra)

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Eduard it's not a "song" till you drop in! thanks for the listen - you're the best dragon i know! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

kassia	kassia said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	love this one beautifully composed and soulfully played. gorgeous. Check out my latest song called Greensleeves

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	hi shay thank you, and thanks especially for the multitude of listens with this effect that effect, this piano, that piano .... i don't know how you stand it! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

T_Being_esq	T_Being_esq said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	I Listened to this and Mrs Being heard it, so I played it to her and this is what she said "If I am feeling stressed with the christmas holiday rush, I can listen to this and wonder what all the fuss was about as I relax into my arm chair." Check out my latest song called Betty's Song

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Thanks1 please give my best to Mrs. Being, and thank you both for your kind support! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

davisamerica	davisamerica said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	the laws of the universe have changed ??? ... another treat so quick! a wonderfully reflective beauty mykaren..... indeed it is. Check out my latest song called 12

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	lol - hi jack maybe a month is just too soon - i didn't mean to freak anybody out! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Carrie71	Carrie71 said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	A Farewell You gave me chills and made my eyes tear...absolutely beautiful. You are the 8th wonder of the world. Love it. Will download and play many times. Check out my latest song called Pretty Baby Bang Bang w/ProtoTypeEightyOne/Gaylen75

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	thanks carrie! so glad to have you at MJ girlfriend! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Henke	Henke said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Another sweet one And a nice change from the "usual" full orchestrated pieces. Thanks for sharing this family piece with the rest of us. Take care, Henke Check out my latest song called Spring

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	hi henke! thanks for stopping by - yes, it's about as big a change as i can come up with! always nice to see you, thanks for your support! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

KCsGROOVE	KCsGROOVE said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Beautiful! Karen, you have such a gentle touch here.. Great chords, fine playing! Very much enjoyed! KC Check out my latest song called I DON'T LIKE IT

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi KC and i'm so very honored that you stopped by! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

woofer3	woofer3 said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	To me this has a Chopin feel to it- Having said that I know very little of Chopin's music other than the well known pieces. I think this is beautiful and has an instant appeal. Check out my latest song called burning hitler

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	hiya woofer well, maybe Chopin's 3 year old nephew! (thanks!) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Symphony101	Symphony101 said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	A wonderful magnatone piece ! Karen, it's impossible not to be moved by listening your works. I really don't have much to say, I am just listening, and listening ... Check out my latest song called Lonely Generation

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Yves i'm glad you wanted to listen to this - it means a lot! thanks for all you do at MJ! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Chimalus	Chimalus said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Mmm... Yes, someone just stepped beyond that hill. The credits are rolling with the clouds. It's a fond farewell—nothing too heartbreaking. Your Magnatone flair wells up for a moment, but sinks respectfully. This song is a cohesive unit. It doesn't need a sweeping story arc, like most of your ballads, to do its job. Check out my latest song called Inner Ocean Pirate Crew

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	:) thanks for this very cool comment, and for stopping by - always great to see you! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

ChristopherCihon	ChristopherCihon said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Karen, Karen, Karen... What can I say? Your playing is ALWAYS so beautiful. I have to admit that your playing always inspires me to pick up the guitar and play along.. Nice piece! Really enjoyed it! Check out my latest song called The Strings Inbetween

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	CHRIS!! what a loverly surprise to see you stop by! so great to see you and i'm 100% honored that you came by for a listen and comment! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Gaylen75	Gaylen75 said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	beautiful This is a very moving peace. I'm not much for wordy dribble, so I will just say this is subtle and easy to take in. Check out my latest song called Weak by Speakeasy Sway

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	G-man nuff said Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Warren Smith	Warren Smith said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Pacing So ... sometimes lightning strikes twice in the same month? The simple, deliberate pace is certainly a departure from your usual frenetic and voluminous produtions, but a change in magnitude doesn't detract in the slightest from your sure hands at the keyboard. This is nice. Check out my latest song called Love Shack

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	frenetic LOL - you're so right, my music is usually pretty frenetic! thanks for your comment and support warren, i really appreciate it! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

PockBluesman	PockBluesman said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Farewell A few flaws hear and there to give us mortals a chance wouldn't have gone a miss. Karen another mind blowing thought provoking piece. You are the light that shows us the way with your music. Check out my latest song called 20 Year Blues

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hiya PBM! you don't hear all those flaws???? thanks for stopping by - always great to see you! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	A fitting memorial Hi Karen, This understated, moving piece captured just the right tone for a memorial service. I know very little about piano playing but as others have commented, your touch is just right. For a while I was actually at the service... Thanks. Peter Check out my latest song called The Long Way (w/ Saltaireguru77)

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	thanks peter so nice to have you at MJ, and i very much appreciate your listen and comment here! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

RochaMalhada	RochaMalhada said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	you express yourself as well (or better) through your playing as you do in words. So much love and giving care in this thought here. . - Harold Check out my latest song called Ascent of a Tree (w Mike_D & FEEL)

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	my dear harold you're a treasure - thanks for coming by Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

dave_b	dave_b said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	A Farewell This piece feels both sad and triumphant to me. Reminiscent of some hymns I've heard, but the changes are more varied and complex. Beautiful work! Check out my latest song called Llarions Blues

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	hi dave! thanks for coming by. this has always (in my head) gone by the name "Hymn in F", for lack of needing to call it anything else. i agree it has some hymn-y aspects. i tried to avoid the "a-men" at the end though - lol. thanks for the comment, always great to see you! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

jiguma	jiguma said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Lovely, soothing piece Karen. I'd so love to be able to sit down at a piano and do something like this. A real lesson in why you should listen to your mum when you're a kid for me! Cheers from Oz, Neil Check out my latest song called News Is Gonna Break

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Neil you mean like, listen to her when she said "YOU'RE POUNDING!!!" lol - you're such a sweetie, thanks for stopping by! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

alackbass	alackbass said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	A Farewell I hope when I die someone is compelled to write something half this beautiful! Check out my latest song called Just Ain't Worth a Song (2 Track)

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	thanks andrew however, i'd prefer you just never die - deal? Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Rayelise	Rayelise said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	a farewell You play the piano really well- I love how dynamic it is. I think it would sound great with a string part, though it's nice just piano too. thanks for posting. Check out my latest song called Angel of Montgomery

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	hi rayelise i may orchestrate this at some point. in my heart it will always be just piano - we'll see! thanks for stopping by! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Alimar	Alimar said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	You are... Simply the best. Such emotion. All those chords. Perfect! Check out my latest song called Haecceity 2013 Medley

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Al if you want to see "simply the best" - go look in the mirror!! thanks for all of your support over these years at MJ - i really appreciate all that you do! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

tf10music	tf10music said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	wonderful great dynamics. i can't think of anything wrong with it. Beautiful. This would be great to sing to as well. Nice! Check out my latest song called Canto II: A Rough Beast (To Stave Off The Rot)

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	hiya mr. poet! thanks for stopping by, i really appreciate your support and comment! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

jdholliday	jdholliday said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	simply beautiful, a very fitting memorial piece, thanks for sharing this private moment from your heart Karen. take care, jd. Check out my latest song called Please Help, Pride of NYC needs tracks!

magnatone

magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

hey JD
it's funny, it didn't occur to me at first to post this because it really is so private feeling in the context of how it came about. it felt a little weird to hit the "submit" button. but being on the other side of that now, i'm glad to have a chance to share it with others. thanks for your support at JD (and congrats again on your awesome collab!!)

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Moviz

Moviz said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

What a perfect
piece of music for a Memorial; so moving and beautiful is the melody.... the chords give a wonderful sense of strength and harmony. Karen, the recipients of the CD will be more than pleased I'm quite sure and it wouldn't matter what speed you played at, it would always be a great experience. This really is a wonderful piece of music and the recording sounds great, regards M

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magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	thanks Mo always an honor to have you at a song of mine - you are such a wonderful and supportive presence at MJ and i'm so pleased to know you and your fine music! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

SISTERS

SISTERS said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

I HAVE TO ADMIT
i was waiting for the rev of the motorcycle engine......
8)
seriously that change at :59 is so thoughtful - fitting beautifully as Transition. the build of the deep chords and then release into the sweet high & delicate is wonderful. have you played in a church? i get a hymn feel for this one. very nicely done, sis.
sis

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magnatone

magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

Hey Anne!
yes, i played THIS in a church! and i've played in churches a few thousand times in my life, yes. i agree, it's "hymn-y" - as i said to somebody else in a comment above, in my head this has been called "Hymn in F" since i wrote it. so the title is new, but the song has been around a little while. love ya sis!

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Sigmund

Sigmund said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

Farewell
Very nice Karen. This is a wonderfully emotive piece - your variance of tempo conveys just the right mood so beautifully - so well done - so full of feeling. You obviously thought very highly of the person this was composed for. Lovely work, and perfect to unwind to after a hectic day! Thank you for that -
Sig

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magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Sig! i understand YOU are working on a masterpiece part of a fabulous collab coming down the pike - can't WAIT to hear! you've been revealing your shredding chops - how lucky are we! thanks for the listen on this! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

rok41	rok41 said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	A Farewell Karen, this composition is so warm and loving. Your dynamic touch is such a strong part of what you do, simply golden. You never cease to amaze... Check out my latest song called The Game

magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Chris! I was hoping you might swing by for a visit! it's an honor to have you here, and i very much appreciate your continued support! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

MotherofMeursault

MotherofMeursault said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

Lovely piece, Karen
I very much like the way that 'activity' at the beginning resolves into something resembling stasis at the end. Your chords are full and touching (and kind and positive), and on my third listen I find myself thinking about the nature of chords on piano: so many possible colors. Your choices are so clean, and the execution is very fine.

Much Love,

MoM

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magnatone	magnatone said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	MoM!!! lucky me to have the listen and comment from you! thanks for your continued support - whoever the heck you are ! :) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

notsosweet	notsosweet said 901 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	... So lovely... Check out my latest song called Noel Parisien - Charles Quef

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Hi Sarah as is the great song you have currently posted! thanks so much for stopping by for a listen! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

racerat

racerat said 900 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

wow
First of all, 39 fans in one day, with 69 comments and 27 downloads, that has to be some sort of record! Brava!
Now, the song. Really magestic. The art you chose is perfect such a sweeping view. Reminds me of the Black Hills of South Dakaota. This piece is just beautiful. Pastoral, yet stoic and proud in a way without being boastful. Loved the pace of it. I think less that 150bpm suits you...;-)

rubber side down mag,
P

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magnatone

magnatone said 900 days ago (November 30th, 2010)

wow!
lol - well remember, half of those comments are mine! that photo was taken on the fly on the first day of a 10 day bike trip. it's in eastern washington, in an area known as "the palouse" - and yes, it is very beautiful indeed! thanks for stopping by - it's is a real honor to see you here! and yes - shiny side up! (or rubber side down)

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fasteddie	fasteddie said 900 days ago (November 30th, 2010)
	Nicely played as always! This is really fantastic Karen. Your playing is really heart felt. I really like the meter of this one. It is very nice. Check out my latest song called A Friend to the End

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Mr. Fast :) how loverly of you to check in! i was afraid this would just put people to sleep (are you asleep??) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

egobandit	egobandit said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Moving very touching to me, at the same time it up lifts and brings up the power to live. great performance! Beautiful! Check out my latest song called walkin out my door

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	TIMMY i saw your avatar here yesterday but didn't get to put any love on you till today. thanks for being my friend and for your support! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

davisamerica2	davisamerica2 said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Sublime A very relaxing bit of music, and I'll have to put this on an easy access shelf so I can listen when I need it, and even when I don't. I'm very thankful you're here on MacJams Karen. Your music sweetens everyone's day. Peace. Terry Check out my latest song called Muddy Fields/ w DWL & rmarris

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hi terry! thank you for the kind words, and for stopping by for a listen. and i feel the exact same way about YOU and YOUR music at MJ! (mutual admiration society?) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

DWL	DWL said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Just what I needed to slow down. Beautifully done Karen. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Not For The Likes of You

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hi dick! thanks so much for stopping by for a slow down! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

richard13	richard13 said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Exquisite Karen! Short, sweet, and sedate. A beautiful tribute to a loved one. Check out my latest song called Caledonia

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Rich thanks for the listen - i really appreciate your friendship! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

ShadowofNine

ShadowofNine said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

Beautiful
I had a contented listen Karen. I hear so many influences in this piece that perked my ears and made me smile deep with satisfaction. I need music like this at this time in my life, something that says "It's all OK" be satisfied and be happy to be alive. I have been sick now for sometime, and my prognosis is.... well touchy so hearing great music and being a part of the listening community means more to me than you can imagine, Fine work,composition,and performance...ART...

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magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Dave i'm so sorry to hear you've been ill! i'm worrying about you now, expect the PM - it's on its way! and thank you for your kind words and the listen! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Bob6stringer	Bob6stringer said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	speechless, almost. ... Except to say: Beautiful, Karen; beautiful Karen. Check out my latest song called Call Me (Turn to Me Reprise)

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hi bob! you - speechless? that can't be!! lol - really great to have you back around these parts. welcome to chicago! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

paul f. page

paul f. page said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

What? No click track?!!!
Karen,
This is such a lovely composition on so many levels. It is a prayer, a hymn, a wonderfully-constructed classical piano prelude. It is such a sweet tune and with those nice octave skips in the melody around 2:20 it just seems about perfect in every way. And I am absolutely delighted that you took your time, threw away the metronome, and just played from your heart. What a gorgeous recording of a perfect little gem. And what a wonderful surprise to hear this this morning.

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magnatone

magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

Hi Paul
thanks so much for coming by! you know, if i could figure out HOW to add a couple dozen tracks of orchestral instruments sans a grid, i would do it! i know it's what YOU do, and i am in awe of that ability. with the ability to manipulate the bpms in logic, i can see how one might add back IN the metronome-less sound after the fact. other than that, i'm quite stumped about how to get everyone to play together without a conductor, as it were. thanks for your continued support and encouragement - it means so much to me!

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Scott Carmichael	Scott Carmichael said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Out of simplicity you mine such heart and pathos... you're a real pro Karen... sincerely Scott Check out my latest song called Dogwood

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Scott coming from a real pro like you, that means a great deal - thank you scott! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

composerclark

composerclark said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

Simple gifts
"Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler" (to quote Einstein), and this is musical proof of that. Very pretty. I hear a nod to Beethoven's Pathetique sonata (the slow intro) when you move to minor at 1:17 to about 1:30. I like your expressive playing, especially the elasticity of tempo (echoing what Paul Page said).

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magnatone

magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

My Dear Clark
well, i did used to play the Pathetique (well, 1st and 2nd movements only), as well as a lot of other Beetoven, so i'm sure his influence is in there somewhere. what an incredible compliment! it's very nice to play the piano without a click track. i just wouldn't have a clue how to orchestrate from there, lacking the grid (see comment to Paul above), which is why i keep defaulting to that when i'm orchestrating. my skills are limited! glad you liked this, and thank you!

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Scott Carmichael

Scott Carmichael said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

more to say
As I cyber wandered away from this post... i mused over a thread a read awhile back about how well you do in terms of fans and listens, comments and what not... I didn't read it too carefully.... granted, you do invest alot in others here at MJ.... but that's not nessicarily enough to invoke this sort of success... I would say " just listen to her".... the same heart and spirit that invests so much in others is also on display in your music... there is no trickery to it... and it's not the result of some grand strategy... you're just a noteable artist.... every time that I see that you've posted... I'm compelled to come hear...

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magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi again Scott well this is very very sweet of you to say. thanks for coming back to say it! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Calchas	Calchas said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Sorry I'm late Karen! Scott nailed it when he wrote "You got the touch dear." I couldn't agree more! Soooo beautiful... Be well friend!

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hi Mike! and so do YOU!! thanks for coming by! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

PETERCATHAM	PETERCATHAM said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	FROM PETER CATHAM KAREN, NICE WORK. PETER Check out my latest song called PALM TREES AND 75 DEGREES

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	HI PETER THANKS!! :) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Parichayaka	Parichayaka said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Moving... Soothing, calming, reassuring, beautiful - only a few good qualities and emotions that come to mind when listening to this. Wonderfully expressive performance, played with much heart and warmth. Check out my latest song called Tosh Frenzy

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Pari it's always an honor to have you at a song page of mine - thank you for taking the time to listen and for these nice words! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

christopherpsly	christopherpsly said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Beautiful Karen! Farewell to thee! but not farewell To all my fondest thoughts of thee: Within my heart they still shall dwell; And they shall cheer and comfort me. O, beautiful, and full of grace! If thou hadst never met mine eye, I had not dreamed a living face Could fancied charms so far outvie. Anne Bronte Check out my latest song called The Thicket - Community

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Christopher omg - what a BEAUTIFUL poem - thank you so much for showing it to me. it's exquisite and those words are so right for the feeling of this song. THANK YOU! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

ziti	ziti said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	naked doodles are just as majestic as the doodle that is finely dressed. fantastic, soulful and touching z Check out my latest song called The Viconian Cyclist

magnatone	magnatone said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hi fran! "naked doodles" - hmmmm (LOL)!!! love you noodle man! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

damiengh

damiengh said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)

solemnly luscious
First thing I did when I heard this was to pull my flute out, (yes my flute) and play along on top of your beautiful, sensitive feeling provoker.

There are so many places that you give space for a soloist to soar. Much like your other pieces, you always manage to give us a lift. If there is one common theme to all of them, is that they are positively uplifting....you are a hope giver.

Check out my latest song called Tea and Scones

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Damien yes, flute would work really well in this song! i suppose a lot of things would - maybe i'll get around to adding to it sometime. it's so just piano in my head and heart, ya know? thanks for all you do damien! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

RAVENS	RAVENS said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Beautiful What a wonderful surprise to see you on the board, I had no idea you even posted. That's what happens when I don't visit MJ for a day. So glad I didn't miss it. Karen, this is so lovely. As are all your compositions. Simply beautiful... RAVEN ;-) Check out my latest song called Tattooed Scars (w/ Sigmund, Scofugate, Rok41)

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hi Dani! thanks so much for coming by - it's such a pleasure to have you at MJ! i'm really looking forward to the collab i know you have in the works! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Producers_Challenge	Producers_Challenge said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	too good lady

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	LOL oh ye of many personalities! himyjack Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

TreeFalls	TreeFalls said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	not much to say... ...that hasn't already been said. i really like this song. thanks for sharing.

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Hi Mr. Tree what a fabulous avatar name and photo! thanks for coming by - i'll check out "lift"! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

TracyVosh	TracyVosh said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	As always, your music is uplifting and awe inspiring Karen! I would love to be lying riiiiiiiiiiigggggghhhhhttttt there at the very tip top of that hill, underneath those swirling clouds with my headphones on and eyes closed listening to this. Check out my latest song called Disappearance of The Earth Army (MJ SpaceRace Challenge)

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	TRACEEEEEE OMG, i really thought you were GONE! what a loverly surprise. where have you BEEN???? let's catch up girl! thanks for stopping by and letting me know you're still alive!! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

H3nry	H3nry said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Love it Doesn't need the kitchen sink. But don't let that stop you, if the urge to embroider comes over you. Check out my latest song called Mic check

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hey Henry! i love that photo of you with the kitty on your shoulder! i think kitchen sinks are underrated (LOL!) if i embroider, i'll try to keep it on the um ... naked side! :) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

sonnyjim	sonnyjim said 900 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	Really nice I can't add anything that hasn't already been said. Very nice. Noble, really. SJ Check out my latest song called A Bell In The Valley

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	hey SJ! thanks for coming by - always a pleasure to see you! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	karen gone naked sweet stripped down song Karen. a very fitting piece in regard to the situation. i can't add anything else except a 1,000 buckets of snow if you want them. Check out my latest song called Darkest Skies

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 1st, 2010)
	LOL Hi Vic - sorry, you can keep your snow! (want some rain??) thanks for the listen! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Social_Ice	Social_Ice said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	all ways in ahhhhh..... as all ways, I am left speechless, or perhaps writeless is more appropriate....it is only simple in its unpretentious and innocent nature....~lovely! ~barbara

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	Hi Barbara thanks for taking the time to listen! "writeless" - LOL - that's hilARious!! i'm so glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for your support at MJ - you are such a wonderful addition to this community! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

billykirsch	billykirsch said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	Hi Karen Love it. Moving. Sounds like the smell of wood of an old box full of memories. Check out my latest song called Everything

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	Hi Billy my dear billy - you are such a gem! one of the nicest people i could ever want to know - thank you for being you! (and for listening to my little song!) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

AndeeScott	AndeeScott said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	Such a lovely little piano piece. Enjoyed it :) Check out my latest song called Symbiosis

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	howdy phunker! always a pleasure to see you here - thanks for the listen and comment! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Moses	Moses said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	a farewell this farewell seems like not such a sad one, but a farewell leading into natural, good, and exciting journeys of life! (to me) beautiful piece and the playing makes these notes, this arrangement really come alive Check out my latest song called I'm Gonna Leave This Home

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	Hi Moses i guess as a farewell, it's also a celebration of the life of a really awesome person - so maybe both sad and other things as well. Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Loob	Loob said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	I would expect no less.. Wonderfully done Karen! Check out my latest song called Maybe You Will (new drums)/w Gadzooks, adf, Susan, Glenn, and Pete

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	hi freddy thanks so much for taking the time to listen! it's great having you at MJ! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

guitapick	guitapick said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	~ Beautiful, classic work, Karen. Powerful and sweet. Still waters run deep... Check out my latest song called 'Cuz I Can

magnatone	magnatone said 899 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	BOB!!! i haven't seen you around for awhile, so it's especially nice to see you here! thank you for all your support at MJ these years - i hope to hear something new from you soon! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Relic67	Relic67 said 898 days ago (December 2nd, 2010)
	nice hmm I see you have a few fans here! I'm a big fan of Chopin and I thought I heard some of that kind of vibe in your piece... impressive! Check out my latest song called Someone Else's Thing

magnatone	magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	Hiya Relic thanks! i played quite a lot of Chopin growing up, so i'm sure the influence is in there - he wrote in impossibly hard keys though - lol - this is just in F! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Bob Rodgers	Bob Rodgers said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	A beautiful piece Karen, so good to hear this. Wonderful dynamics and very much enjoyed. Bob Check out my latest song called We Can't Let It Go

magnatone	magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	Hi Bob well thank you very much - it's great to see you here, and i really appreciate the listen/comment! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

AcousticGuitarist	AcousticGuitarist said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	oh goody goody - less time in between your newbees - like the moods created here - like your emotional dynamic level variation - Edvard Hagerup Grieg-like fashion - your tones are still magnets and I am still solid steel - ' hope you're not leaving soon - leaves are all gone now here in north country Check out my latest song called Newborn

magnatone	magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	and you .... are still a very cool guy! (oh ye of many personalities!) i'm not leaving at all - i was just saying goodbye to somebody who had left. our leaves are officially gone also - thanks! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

mrattue

mrattue said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)

Stately Beautiful
In some country houses open to the paying public in the UK, the inevitable piano is available in one of the sumptuous rooms for anyone with an urge to tinkle away as it were to spontaneously express themselves. i have often wished i had the skill to do just that, but i don't know one end of a keyboard from another.

i can only imagine what a beautiful piece like this would do in that sort of situation. The fret and fever of the world, the phoney respectability, the pretentious quiet, would all disappear in a rush of authentic loveliness and blissful poise.

It would be such a privilege to do that, and make the day memorable for all who heard it.

i am glad that i can step into that room and hear you play anytime i want to!

Marc

Check out my latest song called Merrily Down The Stream

magnatone	magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	Hi Marc you posted the most lovely song today that is still in my head several hours later! i'm so glad something of mine struck you in a good way, after the gift your music was for me today! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Honza

Honza said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)

Just the right thing ...
This beautiful music fits so amazingly to the scenery I could see outside from my window here in an old czech town late night all covered with fresh snow. It has been snowing for last few days and all the town looks like from fairy tale ... your music is like a gift that makes this whole moment more precious ... thank you, so beautiful! I am also amazed how an american woman-motorbiker can write such delicate classical music that reminds me rather of some old pieces written by european composers:) Bravo!

Check out my latest song called Unbound

magnatone

magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)

greetings honza my friend!
so great to see you here! i'm laughing about your description up there "american woman-motorbiker" writing something delicate! lol - well maybe that is kinda funny, i don't know. i did grow up studying a good number of european composers, so i guess that influence is in there a bit. i always appreciate you stopping by - thanks for your continued support at MJ! when do we get something new from YOU???

Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

mana_junkie	mana_junkie said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	Farewell, So Long, Good Bye This is a pretty sweeping piece here. Nicely done indeed. Check out my latest song called To Be Sensitive (with Mind Map That)

magnatone	magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	well hi there mr. mana junkie! thanks for the listen and comment, i appreciate it! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

aderhoney	aderhoney said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	Less is so often more... Captivating piece, if you do orchestrate it I think it will be huge. Love it. When I first stumbled onto MacJams your song "Confluence" was the first thing I heard and it changed my mind about giving up music and moving onto other things. Thank you. Check out my latest song called Slipstream

magnatone	magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	well thank you that really made my day! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Alannah	Alannah said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	Beautiful Karen ..... ... but then I have come to expect nothing less from you ..... ok ... I admit it OK ... yes I was humming along .... hehhehheh ... beware that FREE download button you accidentally gave me access too ...... Check out my latest song called Street People (Anomalous w/Alannah)

magnatone	magnatone said 898 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	A!!! heh heh! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 897 days ago (December 3rd, 2010)
	I'm feeling... In a way that lovers of music find very hard to articulate when they hear something that reaches inside of them (with me I tingle--I guess that's the word). A beautiful piece of romanticism (and I love that category of classical music). Brava for this "very simple little piano piece" (give me a break Karen!) :) Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

magnatone	magnatone said 897 days ago (December 4th, 2010)
	Hi MJK thanks Michael - this means a whole lot coming from you! and come ON .. in comparison to the way YOU play ..... this really is VERY SIMPLE!!! in fact, isn't it time for you to post some more ragtime / boogie type piano playing??? :) Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

tokai	tokai said 897 days ago (December 4th, 2010)
	K speechless.... x Check out my latest song called yucatec

magnatone	magnatone said 897 days ago (December 4th, 2010)
	Hi Steve well, i'm hoping that's a good thing! lol - thank you for coming by for a listen. i was just thinking about those fabulous photos you showed me from your travels a few months back - got any more?? Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

lavalamp	lavalamp said 897 days ago (December 4th, 2010)
	Something about this I heard Billy Joel playing something like this recently. He said it's a piece of music in his head. I mean I know you played it at a memorial, but you could play this at a graduation too. Superb playing. Dynamic. Glad I got to hear it. LL Check out my latest song called A Funky Little Thing

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	Hi Dave well any day that my playing gets compared to billy joel is a very good day (slightly hallucinagenic, but very good nevertheless) - thanks dave! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

davajonah	davajonah said 897 days ago (December 4th, 2010)
	Here's one I missed But I'm glad I got to listen. Absolutely lovely. Check out my latest song called Nocturne op. 55 Andante

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	Hi Dave i'm still cracking up about our exchange re: "In The Bleak Midwinter" - so coincidental that you did that song last year! i've been playing it on the piano like a maniac this past week - maybe i'll record before christmas! thanks again for your support - so much appreciated, and i really enjoy knowing you! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

papag	papag said 897 days ago (December 4th, 2010)
	timeless this piece has a regal quality to it. I have listened to it several times and it is better each time. Thanks for the dl :) Check out my latest song called How Can I Know?

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	Hi papa well thank you very much - a D/L is the ultimate compliment! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Cameron	Cameron said 896 days ago (December 5th, 2010)
	Ahhh... THIS is heaven! Totally. As far as I'm concerned, this is the best piece of music you've ever posted -- and you've posted a lot of great ones! You already know why I write the above, but I will add: simplicity in music is often the BEST. Brava, brava, brava!!! Check out my latest song called Trio for Horn, Violin & Piano

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	Hi Cameron LOL - you know, i actually THOUGHT of you while i was recording this! i thought you might like the simplicity of it! so glad i was right - happy holidays to you! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Six-Nail-Coffin	Six-Nail-Coffin said 896 days ago (December 5th, 2010)
	Pensive. I could see this used as a cinematic score. Thoughtful and careful without coming off as fussy or prissy. Great piece. Check out my latest song called Svartalfpolska

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	hi adam well if somebody wants a cinematic score, i think they should be talking to YOU! thanks for the listen! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Hickling_Stan	Hickling_Stan said 896 days ago (December 5th, 2010)
	sort of majestic or noble is another word that comes to mind.Lovely playing and I could see it fitting very well at a memorial service. A lovely piece karen, beautifully played. Enjoyed very much. Mark Check out my latest song called Elective Introspective

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	hi stan thank you so much for coming by for a listen. i really enjoy your music at MJ, and it's a pleasure to have you here! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

bud	bud said 896 days ago (December 5th, 2010)
	Have I been sleeping? Actually not enough. Missed this till now. What a great example of your talent, touch and sensitivity. A beautiful elegy and a gentle celebration of life as well. Simply wonderful. Check out my latest song called ditto

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	my dear kevin i hope you start sleeping better soon! it's just not a song until you've come by, so thanks for the listen. i'm thinking i might do more solo piano posting in 2011. thanks for the encouragement! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Ed Hannifin

Ed Hannifin said 896 days ago (December 5th, 2010)

Finally!
All errands done, and I get to put the good headphones on my head and relax into a good listen...

Knowing that your classically adept, I like the "folk piano" phrasing on this, Karen; it sounds like it wants to be a folk song or a shape note hymn. I can well imagine it being perfect for a memorial service, and I can also easily imagine it with words, which I always like. In fact, I can imagine the female lead voice and the occasional tasteful choral builds as the chord progression gets just the teeniest bit anthemic...

It is quite beautiful, and it's not glorpy or icky-sweet... Nicely spare and right...

Check out my latest song called Uno/I Like The Way... (with Macaudion, SISTERS, ktb, and ziti)

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	hi ed well, i was possibly somewhat classically adept at around age 12, but it's all a distant memory now. it seems like many people easily hear words to this little tune - i suppose they would fit in nicely. i'm such an instrumentalist, i just never think of stuff like that. glad you got your leaves raked! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

jibes	jibes said 896 days ago (December 5th, 2010)
	Farewell So lovely. Check out my latest song called JESSICA

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	thank you mr. jibes it is always an honor to have you stop by! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

kristyjo	kristyjo said 896 days ago (December 5th, 2010)
	Beautiful Nice dynamic range. Great BPM, and I'm glad you let this secret out to everyone.Really reflective and peaceful without being sad . Check out my latest song called The Black Cat

magnatone	magnatone said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)
	hey kristyjo! long time no see! thanks for the listen - it's great to see you here! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

Outtaorbit	Outtaorbit said 895 days ago (December 5th, 2010)
	Well...... You just get better and better... such a sad tune ... but yet brings hope for the living.. hell I can't do that..... wonderful never stop. Check out my latest song called Strange World

Joanna	Joanna said 895 days ago (December 6th, 2010)
	magnatone Oh, but this is lovely. I'm looking at the song art and it almost feels like it was the cloud that played this wonderfully airy air. It has both lightness and a contemplative power to it. Gorgeous. Check out my latest song called 20 Years

Diviner	Diviner said 895 days ago (December 6th, 2010)
	Lol, wow you can play slowly, this is really beautiful. Perfect for a memorial soundtrack, introspective and peaceful. Lovely. I could really do with your skills on my latest submit, please have a listen and think about it. Check out my latest song called The Apothosis Of Us All (Remix)

Reinholt56

Reinholt56 said 894 days ago (December 7th, 2010)

Hi Karen......
I already had this piece of yours downloaded. I often hear pieces in the early morning (at work) and then forget to comment when I come home. Ooops.

Your composition is strong and a very fitting tribute to whomever it was for. The music is phrased for words almost and I just love this sort of piano piece, especially when played in this heartfelt way.

I'm sorry that I gave the impression that I'd missed it. I really don't miss much but tend to hang around on the periphery of the site these days.

Take care and happy holiday's.

Paul

Check out my latest song called When The Time Comes (An Ambiental Mix)

ste	ste said 892 days ago (December 9th, 2010)
	slower enjoying the tempo. lots of feeling. beautiful piece. Check out my latest song called friday

jodyrush	jodyrush said 892 days ago (December 9th, 2010)
	Soothing... Thoughts of wind swept plains and blue skies. Thanks for sharing Karen. Jody. Check out my latest song called Forbidden Fruit

VillageIdiot	VillageIdiot said 892 days ago (December 9th, 2010)
	Brilliant I really love all the modulations... they're lifting and often unexpected but they sound perfectly natural. Check out my latest song called The Sinking Man

Elevator_Funk	Elevator_Funk said 891 days ago (December 9th, 2010)
	... Wow. I sometimes have a hard time believing that you can get sounds this beautiful out of a keyboard instead of an actual piano, but I'm glad songs like this can prove me wrong. Great stuff. Check out my latest song called E2A

Mike_Lynn	Mike_Lynn said 891 days ago (December 10th, 2010)
	Touching This is a great piano piece. Awesome performance. Thanks for sharing. Check out my latest song called Moods

CIASM_ZENABI_	CIASM_ZENABI_ said 891 days ago (December 10th, 2010)
	a farewell dripping in sincerity, emotion and true feeling. very well performed. i can just imagine a silent church ceremony of people reflecting on loved ones present and past. this is s very complete piece of music. very much enjoyed it. the message reached me with this one. cheers graham Check out my latest song called GLOWING IN THE DARK (2012 REMIX)

UnderThePianoMan	UnderThePianoMan said 891 days ago (December 10th, 2010)
	Quiet Dignity… …and nostalgia forst come to mind but uniquely coupled with intimacy and grace. I love everything you do Karen, but this seems less visited territory for you. Share some more of this please. This is wonderful. I'm hearing this as one of a set of piano miniatures (hint hint) Check out my latest song called Memory Drops

Char	Char said 890 days ago (December 10th, 2010)
	This is sweet, sad, gentle, warm and very classy. So much understated feeling and calm. Very special, Karen. Thank you. Check out my latest song called The Sea

ramonaji

ramonaji said 890 days ago (December 10th, 2010)

world class
composing and playing. I am humbled to think someone as gifted as you has ever had to sit through my amateurish works, but it just shows you have generosity of spirit and a kind heart, which are both qualities that make your music especially brilliant, which it is. I am moved by this... it's a language you've mastered and I am your eager interpreter!

Check out my latest song called Nobody Knows You (Italian Dance Remix by Andy Fox!)

VicDiesel	VicDiesel said 890 days ago (December 11th, 2010)
	less than 150bpm and less than 6 minutes long! Charming all around. Much enjoyed. Check out my latest song called Fourth Candle

Catalina22

Catalina22 said 890 days ago (December 11th, 2010)

Reflective
Hi Karen, I wonder sometimes if you get embarrassed by all the accolades you receive on MJ, but they are just so richly deserved! You are just an extraordinary talent. I like your less-than-150 playing very much! I'm sure this must have been just beautiful at the Memorial. This piece is exquisitely sad and nostalgic--kind of recalls Debussy. Well done.

Check out my latest song called The REAL Plant that Geranium! (Mood Ring Mix)

I.G.M.	I.G.M. said 889 days ago (December 12th, 2010)
	Wonderful! Simply wonderful! Beautiful (no farm). :) Check out my latest song called By Now

FEEL	FEEL said 888 days ago (December 13th, 2010)
	Fantastic Is the first word that came to mind, then beautiful followed by touching. Check out my latest song called I Want Emoticon

J.A.Stewart	J.A.Stewart said 888 days ago (December 13th, 2010)
	Somber, yet airy The dichotomy of death put to music... the sadness of friends and family left behind in contrast with the majestic journey that lies ahead somehow manages to surface in this lovely piece, Karen. Still, then, a form of traveling music. ;) --- Joe Check out my latest song called A Chance To Dream

kingkenny	kingkenny said 887 days ago (December 13th, 2010)
	hmmm...nice listened twice. i'm confused by this site and how it works. i recognize names now... like yours. i recognize names on this site more than i do radio, without the face behind the band. love this little piece too. Check out my latest song called Why am I?

SCJohnson59	SCJohnson59 said 886 days ago (December 14th, 2010)
	Am I glad ... I didn't miss this!! ... I'm speechless :D Check out my latest song called 0404 aka Girl, You Doll Up Nice Take 2

hackneybloke	hackneybloke said 883 days ago (December 18th, 2010)
	a farewell elements of brahms immediately spring to mind...as does the expectation of hearing kathleen ferrier bursting into song. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-IQMXoH2WE in fact i'm surprised nobody has put any lyrics to one of your pieces....this one definitely lends itself to the idea. beautiful. Check out my latest song called Every People Know w/Rok41, KTB, Scofugate & Sisters

Son-of-lavalamp	Son-of-lavalamp said 883 days ago (December 18th, 2010)
	100th fan Yeah! SOLL Check out my latest song called I'm Alive

WharmtonRise	WharmtonRise said 883 days ago (December 18th, 2010)
	Another great composition. Beautiful work Karen. Check out my latest song called Mortal Coil F

sschedra	sschedra said 882 days ago (December 19th, 2010)
	Karen, Reading sheila's comment brought it home to me. There is so much beauty in your playing and it comes from your yearning and reaching. Oh Karen, thank you for being who you are. Your music could not be what it is without you (that might sound silly, but you know what I mean). Check out my latest song called E Lucevan Le Stelle

BirdmanWayne94	BirdmanWayne94 said 876 days ago (December 25th, 2010)
	I just heard... ... particledots' rendition of this beautiful tune. I'm sorry to hear about your loss but I love how you convey your emotions in this gorgeous farewell piece. Thank you for sharing! Check out my latest song called (An Untitled) Intro

lholden	lholden said 863 days ago (January 7th, 2011)
	lovely Another beautiful, emotive piano piece. Thank you! Check out my latest song called If Only We Could

Mckenzie	Mckenzie said 826 days ago (February 13th, 2011)
	again.. you're playing and composition is overwhelming. I absolutely love this style of playing, so this is extra special to me. I seem to hear a strong relationship between your work and that of some Schumann pieces. Obviously with your own twist. i'm on a magnatone download spree! thanks Check out my latest song called California Gold

davidsmith99	davidsmith99 said 622 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	Wow Karen... How did you squeeze so much emotion into so few notes. I love music, but it is extremely rare that it touches me like this. Thank you. Check out my latest song called At the Fountain in the Plaza [piano quartet]