In These Turbulent Times

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I'm in a ukulele mood these days ... when I feel melancholy I reach for the uke. No guitars in this song. I have a few uke tracks, midi bass ,keys and nuances and some vocal tracks and it grew a bit bigger than I originally intended. I am always open for criticism.
I painted the picture of the window and the sea in acrylics on paper ...

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Hits: 2174
Comments: 53
Fans: 36
Plays: 204
Downloads: 49
Votes: 2
Uploaded: Sep 02, 2011 - 06:43:48 PM
Last Updated: Sep 03, 2011 - 10:33:15 PM Last Played: Mar 01, 2013 - 04:07:31 PM

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Uke. midi keys sure 58 and me.

Software:

GarageBand

Comments

alackbass	alackbass said 630 days ago (September 2nd, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Dude! Your uke chops are outstanding! Sweet tune! Cool percussion! Check out my latest song called Just Ain't Worth a Song (2 Track)

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks Andrew. I had a lot of fun with this. SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

magnatone	magnatone said 630 days ago (September 2nd, 2011)
	Turbulent Times good grief stan, you are SO good on that thar uke! the rest of the song is great too - another stan-the-man winner! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks so much for the listen! Hope you are enjoying your motorcycle trip! Lots of inspiration I hope. SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 630 days ago (September 2nd, 2011)
	Stan... You constantly wow and amaze me every time--wonderful, wonderful, wonderful and every superlative in between those words for this. You are a brilliant artist, thanks for sharing that brilliance with us. Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Michael thanks so much for your kind words ... I am humbled. SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

egobandit	egobandit said 630 days ago (September 2nd, 2011)
	nice melody love the back percussion in this, the changes are well structured, instant download and thanks! Check out my latest song called time to time

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks for listening ! And I appreciate your support. Thanks!! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 630 days ago (September 2nd, 2011)
	Turbulent Times man, you can make the uke sing! great vocal harmonies too! excellent tune stan Check out my latest song called Darkest Skies

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks so much Vic! I am happy you enjoyed it. SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

Narad	Narad said 630 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	In These Turbulent And Cold Times your warm music is blowing. Beautifully done ! Kudos. Check out my latest song called Train of industrial delight II

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks you so much! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

shavingronaldscar	shavingronaldscar said 630 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	sweet! This instrumentation is rich and lush, a gratifying listen! All the little touches are perfect! Check out my latest song called A Rubber Ball's Day Off

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks for the listen and the compliment! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

Doug Somers

Doug Somers said 630 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)

Soothing the turbulence
You can get in a uke mood any time you like as far as I'm concerned. The playing blew me away at the start, but the rest of the tune is terrifically engaging and well put together in all its dimensions.

I remember growing up in Dartmouth that there was a program in the schools for teaching either band or uke. If you are a graduate of that program on the Halifax side then I'd say it was a resounding success!

Dloaded with thanks,
Doug

PS love the choice of art.

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gadzooks

gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)

In These Turbulent Times
Hi Doug
I'm so glad you dropped by. I do believe they still have that program. I also know there is a uke club here that has grown quite large and is very popular. I never was part of a uke program but when I was ten I got one for my birthday and learned to play it quite quickly. That was a good transition to learning guitar for me but I always returned to the uke. Thanks for the compliments and for enjoying my painting!
SG

Check out my latest song called Song of Life

neilh79	neilh79 said 630 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	In these Turbulent Times Love this Stan, you have some serious Ukelele chops. Love how this sounds, I am going to take up the mandolin around xmas time and this is the kind of stuff I cant wait to have a crack at. Awesome job well done Check out my latest song called Resurrection of Life Final Mix! (w/ Loob, Rok41, Symphony101, Gadzooks)

gadzooks	gadzooks said 629 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Neil, thanks so much for the compliment. I always wanted to plat mandolin. I love the sound. It's tuned weird ... like a violin I believe. The uke is great for guitar players because it is very much like the first four strings on a guitar for chording. Cheers Neil! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

papag	papag said 630 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	Flowing along The flow in this song is sweet. Ukes have great tone. Overall, it made me feel good and hopeful. Thank you for letting me download :) Check out my latest song called How Can I Know?

gadzooks	gadzooks said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks for the compliment. I'm glad it feels good and hopeful ... and thanks for the download! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

ShadowofNine	ShadowofNine said 630 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times I would never criticize a great track like this...Bravo Check out my latest song called A Sad Goodbye (Julia's Song)

gadzooks	gadzooks said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Really appreciate you dropping in and listening ... and thank you for your kind comment. SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

DWL	DWL said 630 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	Loved it! Wonderful use of the uke (one of my favourite instruments btw) Just excellent. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Not For The Likes of You

gadzooks	gadzooks said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times The uke has always been my security blanket. Thanks for the compliment! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

Loob	Loob said 629 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	What criticism? I dig this! Love the harmonies! Uke! What kind of percussion is that? Some sort of African drum? It's in a genre all it's own. Folk, jazz, ethnic? You are just wandering the genres... Exploration! I love it! Check out my latest song called Maybe Next Year

gadzooks	gadzooks said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Hey Freddy! Thanks for checking it out. Yes, I'm drifting through the genres ... still trying to find myself ... ha ha. I like that ... folk jazz ethnic. Cheers SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

SmokeyVW	SmokeyVW said 629 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	Uke the Uke is way cool and underappreciated excellent playing - wow - it's as open as the feeling in the lyrics and the song pic and the mood of this recording - the vocals are outstanding this just speaks to me - i can't really explain - just joyous - tears of happiness many thanks Check out my latest song called RUOK

gadzooks	gadzooks said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks you so much for your very kind comments. That it evokes any kind of feeling is the best compliment one could have. SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

bud	bud said 629 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	Excellent track Happy, joyous and free. Thanks! Check out my latest song called ditto

gadzooks	gadzooks said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks Bud for listening and for your brief but fantastic compliment! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

sonic_magpie	sonic_magpie said 629 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	penguins in the cafe, listening to brian wilson giving driving directions to his house in california very lovely stuff..... what a great sound you have created here Check out my latest song called walking in the silence (Demo)

gadzooks	gadzooks said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Now this made me laugh but I can see where you're coming from. Thanks for your excellent comment and compliment! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

crissew	crissew said 629 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	Very tasty Great uke licks and very well put together song. Nice work! Check out my latest song called Devil's Argument!!!

gadzooks	gadzooks said 627 days ago (September 6th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks for dropping in and having a listen. I really do appreciate your comment. SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

Dadai.2	Dadai.2 said 629 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	love the uke... boy, you are good on that uke. Nice song... and oh the vocals... so fine. Your song art really reflects this tune. Many kudos man... Jack Check out my latest song called Come With Me

gadzooks	gadzooks said 627 days ago (September 6th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thanks for listening and for kind comments! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

PatriciaGirl	PatriciaGirl said 629 days ago (September 3rd, 2011)
	woah! The uke sounds awesome. Such sweet coordination and skill. I love the live vibe I'm getting off this one-very festive and uplifting. Beautiful artwork you created to illustrate the vivid colors of music I am hearing. Great work!! pg Check out my latest song called Derelict

gadzooks	gadzooks said 627 days ago (September 6th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Thank you so much! SG Check out my latest song called Song of Life

sammydix	sammydix said 628 days ago (September 4th, 2011)
	Turbulent can't get enough of that chorus. totally into it. fantastic percs. excellent arrangement thru the whole tune. always impressive. Check out my latest song called House Terrace w/Yomar

PeterB7858

PeterB7858 said 627 days ago (September 5th, 2011)

Inspirational
Hi Stan. Like the painting and love the intro. Your uke playing is inspirational. I might have to look at getting one. Love the vocal works as well. This is a joyous song that has some really interesting African and Middle Eastern influences. I can see how it grew bigger than you intended but it is all the better for it. Super post. Regards, Peter

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spitlogic	spitlogic said 627 days ago (September 5th, 2011)
	Wow You play the Uk very well. I like the mix of the other instruments. It fills it out. Well made Check out my latest song called Measures

scaustrita	scaustrita said 627 days ago (September 5th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Excellent vocals! :: Great Production :: Check out my latest song called But A Rainbow's So Beautiful

Soundhound	Soundhound said 627 days ago (September 6th, 2011)
	Thought I commented.... On this days ago, didn't want to be late on this great tune..... Outstanding piece of work, my friend great uke work and Mix not an easy thing to do, to get it to this level.....Well Done.... Love the tune...... Check out my latest song called Call To Arms...

Moviz	Moviz said 626 days ago (September 6th, 2011)
	You're such a 'natural' Stan.... I could listen to your music all day.... I never heard a Uke' played like this before and it gives such a wonderful airy feel along with those wonderful smooth vocals.... this lovely.... just flows and twinkles like stars in a river.... I love it, regards M Check out my latest song called Shine Your Light

MikeRobinson	MikeRobinson said 626 days ago (September 7th, 2011)
	Ukelele virtuoso ... and lovely art, too A very interesting and entertaining ukelele tune, positively funky in a "uke" sort of way. And a very nice painting, too, that goes along with it perfectly. Check out my latest song called Trading Places

J_Gretch	J_Gretch said 625 days ago (September 8th, 2011)
	In These Turbulent Times Stan this is so cool on so many levels.It reminds me of Trey Anastasio (one of my favorite songwriters)I just love the way it flows. Check out my latest song called Psycho

Hickling_Stan	Hickling_Stan said 624 days ago (September 9th, 2011)
	Ethereal The wistful vocals pushed back in the mix really add to the overall feel of this track. Stan this is really very good and I just had to d/l. Cheers Mark Check out my latest song called Elective Introspective

PaulaMunk	PaulaMunk said 624 days ago (September 9th, 2011)
	In times such as these it is good to have another place to go in spirit to refresh. You are a virtuoso. Love the uplifting feel of this music and the airiness, too, as depicted by your painting. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Alone at Christmas

Philip18

Philip18 said 623 days ago (September 10th, 2011)

Extraordinary
You a depth of talent that is quite extraordinary. The ukulele playing is wonderful - lovely tone, interesting lines (the opening bars are stunning) and very dextrous (a surprise to me, as someone who tends to picture Tiny Tim when the word "ukulele" is used - I won't think that way from now on!). Beautiful, gentle vocal. Love the light and shade you have built into the production.

And I love the painting too.

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VicDiesel	VicDiesel said 622 days ago (September 10th, 2011)
	Uke This is way cool. You get a great groove out of that uke. Muchly enjoyed. Check out my latest song called Fourth Candle

oldlibmike	oldlibmike said 622 days ago (September 10th, 2011)
	Impressionistic! A uked "La Mer" maybe? And original art to boot. Great sound and very well put together. I think in a few places some of the "wave sounds" wash over the vocals - but only noticed one or two instances. Very nice listen. Check out my latest song called Tandoori

Doadars Uncle	Doadars Uncle said 616 days ago (September 16th, 2011)
	Stan! Fantastic! Like the painting, full of color! Love the harmonies. Expansive. I'm glad you let this one grow. The vocal developments are really a treat! Check out my latest song called Alone (reboot)

geckobeat

geckobeat said 613 days ago (September 20th, 2011)

In These Turbulent Times
I just love the ukulele riff in the beginning and how the song fills up, becoming richer along the way, becoming something reminiscent of Heart and Led Zeppelin. All that lovely slidey uke playing makes me want to go out and find a ukelele - maybe I'll go dust off an old mandolin that I haven't played for years instead. And that instrumental bridge where the bass takes the ukulele somewhere different is delicious. Thanks again for the inspiration.

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Name: Stan Gadziola
Location: Halifax Nova Scotia Canada

I am a visual artist and a guy who likes to make music.... I have enjoyed making tunes since a young boy ... Guitar is my instrument but I can get what I need out of most other instruments to express an idea. I love ALL genre's of music but am dr... [see more]

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