Trio Time 

I am excited to start playing live again in a jazz trio setting.  Garry Jackson on bass and Genís Bagés on drums was a fun experience.  Here is an excerpt from my latest session in the studio. Southern Wind, Sakura Sky and Bemsha Swing are highlighted songs.  

 

 EP Release - WHAT IS NOW 

 

WHAT IS NOW is a question but also a statement, my reflection on the tectonic shifts occurring in our world today.  It is both a departure and a return:  An exploration beyond the boundaries of my earlier work as well as a homecoming with old friends.  

In Migration Suite, the intent was to create a composition that was also a soundscape.  It was originally composed as part of an art project to document the dangerous journey of migrants across the Mediterranean.  I wanted the sound to capture both the siren…

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"Too Many Notes" Sheet Music is here! 

I have had some inquiries about performing my music, so I have decided to have my sheet music available online to download.  Please check it out on the website.

They are all printed professionally and scored out instead of in my chicken scratch handwriting.  These are solo guitar pieces, but I will soon upload scores for ensemble performances.

Thank you for the support, and remember to keep a keen ear for detail.

MacArthur Fellowship 

I wanted to share some good news about Martha Gonzalez, a recipient of a MacArthur Genius Grant in the USA.  I am very proud of my friend and old bandmate.  Her winning this award is a win for all of us.  

It’s nice to see people who begin with a humble beginning and achieve a prestigious award. 

Check her out singing on Colores de Realidad from Mi Ofrenda on my website.  Also on the numerous recordings the group Quetzal has released.  If you didn’t know, there was a period when I was in Los Angeles…

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Pandemic over? 

I am starting to enjoy my life, I always felt like I had something to do and create but now I am living. 

I am very fortunate to have the basics to provide for my family.  I have a studio to create art, my son and good friends, and family. What more can you ask for? 

I will start a weekly session soon amongst friends to keep the positivity going.  All is fine, I am not touring and traveling. Let’s see what happens in the future. 

It has been rainy weather lately here, it is like living in London again.  I…

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The Cosmic Trio 

At times I am awoken in the middle of the night by an inner voice that says “Hey man, get off your ass and get to work.” I say to myself, “I know, I know” and go back to sleep.  I am enjoying this time off to be in peace and enjoy life.   

I want to share a project from last year before the pandemic happened.  It is my pursuit of wonder and enjoyment.   

It is called the “The Cosmic Trio” featuring Javier Vercher on woodwinds, Garry Jackson on electric bass, and me on electric guitar.  It is a very special…

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Wishing you a Happy New Year! 🎉 

I hope this year brings new insights, new ideas and fresh air to you.  It has been a little crazy, but i hope you have family and friends to keep you positive.  Much love from Spain.

What is now - New Release 

I would like to take the time and share with you my new recording, WHAT IS NOW. 

It was conceived as a vinyl release so there are two sides to it.  Side A contains an abstract sound composition entitled, Migration Suite:  Music for Woodwinds and Jazz Ensemble.  This recording was recorded live in Berlin in September…

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#Collaboration 

Thank you! To everyone who donated, shared and listened. I’m touched at all the people who responded to the music and the call for donations around the world. 

With the final push yesterday, the Migration Suite Fundraiser made its goal! Some of you found ways to donate directly, outside of the FB fundraiser, which is very much appreciated. Thank you for making the extra effort. 

I believe it really will make a difference. This project was important to me, not only to raise money for people in need, but to…

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