What I want to be when I grow up:
So, this is a crazy sappy entry. I don't know what exactly brought this to mind, maybe it was listening to some music with lunapome and having some fun conversations about music as well. But either way, I just felt like this was something I should write down more for myself than anyone else. But I also don't mind people know these kind of things about me either. So here it is for any of my friends to read if they'd like to, but you're not in the mood for a sappy dose of heart gushing you're advised to skip it XD.
Anywayz here's a new entry: What I want to be when I grow up!
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What I want to be when I grow up:
A great pianist. I think I’m good, but not great yet. How do I get there?
4 people can show me how to get there:
The mindset of Prof. Marc Seales (Jazz Artists/Professor)-
Marc is one of the most influential jazz pianists in Washington State as not only is he a remarkable player, but spends a good amount of time teach students how to be professional. His respect for the piano, his fellow musicians and the work of music is a inspiring view. His playing is heartfelt, but filled with hardwork, and purpose. It is also backed by academic thinking and research, but executed with such control that it is unbelievable. To have such a melding of mind and emotion is a foundation I seek in my playing.
The technique of Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater) -
One of the most celebrated musicians of the metal world is keyboardist Jordan Rudess. His technique and command of the piano is second to none. His grasp, intellect and constant pushing of technology is a very close second as well as he has helped revive the premise of live Synth, the Compendium, and the Keytar. His ability to separate his hands into an orchestra of instruments and make each sound he plays come out soundingn like he has several live people at his disposal, makes him one of the most ‘symphonic’ sounding musicians I have ever heard. His technique is cemented in the tempo of time, and his ability to change his groove, time signature and any sounds on the turn of a dime is close to magic. Being able to explore music freely crossing the boundaries of time, key and music theory, while still adhering to all three, is what I wish to take from Rudess.
The simplicity of Nobuo Uematsu (Smile Studios/Final Fantasy I thru XII)-
Nobuo Uematsu, one of the most recognized and beloved composers of the videogame industry. First made popular with Squaresoft’s (now Squre-Enix) Final Fantasy series he started by composing music for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Because of the restrictions of technology at the time, a composer only really got three or four simultaneous tracks at any given time. To bridge this technological gap Nobuo, and other’s of that era and occupation, had to come up with very simple yet amazing melodies that would burn themselves in the minds of people for generations to come. Nobuo continued his simplistic melodies into the Super NES, Playstation, Playstation 2, and now Smile Studio days. Nobuo shows that without complexity melodies can make music live. Its with this simplicity yet surge of passion that I wish to construct my melodies in compositions.
The clarity of Hiromi Uehara (Jazz Artist) -
Hiromi Uehara from Japan is one of the most worldwide celebrated jazz artists of the current day. Performing live with her idol Chic Corea at age 12, she has since then created a playing style not only based in academia centered playing, but overflowing with personal drive and crystal clear clarity. Every note rings like a bell, every soft note is heard, every loud note is felt. Her outrageously fast yet skilled playing technique leave spectators breathless, all the while she smiles with honest childish glee. Her high spirits for music but complete mastery of the piano and music to push a melody and sound to the audience is a goal wish to achieve one day. Whenever I hear Hiromi I can hear everything she wants to say in her work.
SUMMARY:
So in the end what do I want to be when I grow up? I want to be as disciplined and respectful, but also as willing to share music as Marc Seales. I want to know the keyboard, sounds, multi-playing technique, and technology like Jordan Rudess. I want to also be as simple to read and as heartfelt as Nobuo Uematsu to push messages. I finally want to be as clear in speaking through music as Hiromi, so I can relay my message a crowd who begs with their eyes and ears “please tell me more”.
When will I grow up? I don’t know, maybe I never will, but who says I have to? Its all about the journey and I like stopping to watch things happen on the side road. I may never reach my destination, but that won’t be any reason to regret, because I like where I’m standing and the road ahead.
Anywayz here's a new entry: What I want to be when I grow up!
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What I want to be when I grow up:
A great pianist. I think I’m good, but not great yet. How do I get there?
4 people can show me how to get there:
The mindset of Prof. Marc Seales (Jazz Artists/Professor)-
Marc is one of the most influential jazz pianists in Washington State as not only is he a remarkable player, but spends a good amount of time teach students how to be professional. His respect for the piano, his fellow musicians and the work of music is a inspiring view. His playing is heartfelt, but filled with hardwork, and purpose. It is also backed by academic thinking and research, but executed with such control that it is unbelievable. To have such a melding of mind and emotion is a foundation I seek in my playing.
The technique of Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater) -
One of the most celebrated musicians of the metal world is keyboardist Jordan Rudess. His technique and command of the piano is second to none. His grasp, intellect and constant pushing of technology is a very close second as well as he has helped revive the premise of live Synth, the Compendium, and the Keytar. His ability to separate his hands into an orchestra of instruments and make each sound he plays come out soundingn like he has several live people at his disposal, makes him one of the most ‘symphonic’ sounding musicians I have ever heard. His technique is cemented in the tempo of time, and his ability to change his groove, time signature and any sounds on the turn of a dime is close to magic. Being able to explore music freely crossing the boundaries of time, key and music theory, while still adhering to all three, is what I wish to take from Rudess.
The simplicity of Nobuo Uematsu (Smile Studios/Final Fantasy I thru XII)-
Nobuo Uematsu, one of the most recognized and beloved composers of the videogame industry. First made popular with Squaresoft’s (now Squre-Enix) Final Fantasy series he started by composing music for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Because of the restrictions of technology at the time, a composer only really got three or four simultaneous tracks at any given time. To bridge this technological gap Nobuo, and other’s of that era and occupation, had to come up with very simple yet amazing melodies that would burn themselves in the minds of people for generations to come. Nobuo continued his simplistic melodies into the Super NES, Playstation, Playstation 2, and now Smile Studio days. Nobuo shows that without complexity melodies can make music live. Its with this simplicity yet surge of passion that I wish to construct my melodies in compositions.
The clarity of Hiromi Uehara (Jazz Artist) -
Hiromi Uehara from Japan is one of the most worldwide celebrated jazz artists of the current day. Performing live with her idol Chic Corea at age 12, she has since then created a playing style not only based in academia centered playing, but overflowing with personal drive and crystal clear clarity. Every note rings like a bell, every soft note is heard, every loud note is felt. Her outrageously fast yet skilled playing technique leave spectators breathless, all the while she smiles with honest childish glee. Her high spirits for music but complete mastery of the piano and music to push a melody and sound to the audience is a goal wish to achieve one day. Whenever I hear Hiromi I can hear everything she wants to say in her work.
SUMMARY:
So in the end what do I want to be when I grow up? I want to be as disciplined and respectful, but also as willing to share music as Marc Seales. I want to know the keyboard, sounds, multi-playing technique, and technology like Jordan Rudess. I want to also be as simple to read and as heartfelt as Nobuo Uematsu to push messages. I finally want to be as clear in speaking through music as Hiromi, so I can relay my message a crowd who begs with their eyes and ears “please tell me more”.
When will I grow up? I don’t know, maybe I never will, but who says I have to? Its all about the journey and I like stopping to watch things happen on the side road. I may never reach my destination, but that won’t be any reason to regret, because I like where I’m standing and the road ahead.