High Time is a fun piece to play. It's uplifting feeling is optimistic and hopeful. It has a jazz gospel feeling to it reminiscent of Ray Charles and David "Fathead" Newman. Dynamics and phrase

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Origin is based on an ostinato bass line that sets the feeling and emotion of the composition. The ostinato also makes the piece pulsate.  This primal feel builds in momentum throughout the

Soloing is an important part of playing, but practicing alone doesn't always get the creative juices flowing. There is nothing like the experience of sitting in with a full band. Though playing with a group

Storm King is based on a strong, rhythmic bass line complimented by an epic melody. The feeling and emotion of the composition builds all the way to the closing statement at the end. You can feel

Streamin' Thru  floats along without a care. Waltz time and major seventh chords seem to glide right along. This sweet little piece is fun to play and really does make you feel calm. Dynamics