When Duke Ellington first composed Mood Indigo in 1930, he described the piece as “a musical statement of depression without words.” It is a song that drifts and soothes all at once. The muted horn lines hang in the air like a lingering fog, a reminder that emotions often come in shades. https://youtu.be/O9jHgGDKDkU?si=3J2HDLO5Pf2BIqIN That same... Continue Reading →
A virtuoso trumpeter, composer, and educator, Wynton Marsalis has carved an indelible mark on the annals of Jazz history. For me, SophieRoseRosalee embodies an abstract journey of musical expression. With its hauntingly beautiful harmonies and intricate rhythms, this composition embodies the soul of jazz. As you listen to it, scroll downwards and enjoy some of... Continue Reading →
With every word he utters, each phrase he sings, he captures the essence of longing that truth often brings. The song's vulnerability finds a new dimension in Jamie Cullum's hands. https://youtu.be/DuRjNDubdvU His interpretation, a blend of jazz and soul, takes a journey where pain and passion stroll. He breathes new life into this classic tune,... Continue Reading →
I think this is one of the most beautiful songs. It has been in my head for a while since we had a string of thunderstorms. https://youtu.be/87Z2CdbHpZQ The prettiest thingI ever did seeWas lightning from the top of a cloudMoving through the dark a million miles an hourWith somewhere to be So why does it... Continue Reading →
I just finished this painting. Actually, I thought I was done multiple times before this. Some reason these geometric shaped color fields spoke to me and where I am at these days. The semester is going strong so less time to paint this time of the year. Nevertheless, I got this one done.
I frequently use these 28x22" paper sheets to paint in between canvases. These along with my use of scrap mat-boards serve as a form of sketch pad for painting. I have accumulated quite a few of these over the years and store them away. It just so happened that I came across some extra frame... Continue Reading →
This is a piece I just finished in June 2017. I have tried to give a visual history of its creation. Kent Bausman
