1. Do you sing, play an instrument or instruments?
I've been singing my entire life! Started out in church and then on my own. I own and play an old Wurlitzer upright grand piano, Yamaha Concert Grand, Yamaha FGX720SCA Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Djembe
When did you start playing?
At 13 years,(1967) I began playing the piano, at 17 the guitar, at 33 the djembe and keyboard
Did you teach yourself?
Yes, I watched my mom play and had older siblings that played, but I essentially learned to play by ear.
2. Are you in a band or bands?
Not at the moment
What is the name of the band?
n/a
What do you play?
n/a
n/a
Do you have a band website?
n/a
3. Do you write songs?
Yes.
Do you write lyrics, music or both?
Lyrics with melody suitable for accompaniment on piano and guitar but no scoring.
Do you have a writing partner?
Yes, my wife, Kathryn is beginning to collaborate with me on new songs.
4. Do you record your music?
I have about 5 songs recorded. All were recorded in studios in Santa Fe.
Do you use a home studio? If so what gear do you use?
I have some equipment but am just starting to learn how. I have a FOSTEX MR16.
Do you use a recording studio?
Insatiable Studios
Do you have music available on the web? if so where?
a 46 sec clip of a song I wrote. Did lead vocals, Played rhythm guitar, for Homeless Veterans. The name of the song is the name of the web site; youhaveforgottenme.com
5. What other roles do you perform in the music business?
n/a
Management? Label owner? Publishing? Promotion? Other?
None
6. Are you a tech head?
No
7. What country do you live in?
USA
8. What are your ambitions?
To live my passion and support my family AND to segue gracefully out of working full time at my Ad Specialty business and be in support of my wife and business partner part time. She completely supports my move into Music as a career change.
9. Do you draw/paint/write stories/computer art/dance or other creative pursuit?
I cook like ZEN Time.
What are your pastimes?
Playing with my family, writing lyrics, playing my instruments, singing, exercising, cooking, writing about consciousness, listening to music, meditating, and laughing a lot!
10. What would you like to get out of Songstuff?
Support in moving forward as a recorded, performing artist, with guidance from those who know more than me! Meeting and sharing and possible collaborations.
I think that covers the main musical things!
