Archive for June, 2009

Composing with Courage

June 26th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

Because of my current schedule and desire to regularly share some of my music, I’m working on being comfortable with composing a piece, and then posting it on the internet within the same day.

It definitely takes some guts though, because sometimes I don’t know if I really like it until several days have passed..hmmm..we’ll see how it goes!

Reconnection

June 25th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

footage-for-jim-stills-022_0008 I went through a considerable period of time not playing live much..but of late have been wanting to get back out there again with people for reconnection.

Even though I’m a loner by nature, too much introversion isn’t all that great!

Titling a CD

June 24th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

In the middle of coming up with a title I like for my new CD I’ll be releasing later this summer; it’s sometimes not as easy as I would like:)

It also takes much more time with certain albums than others, but once it’s out there it’s too late to change your mind. So.. I’ll just keep trying out things until it all falls into place! ..best to you..

What Comes Through Me

June 22nd, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

I wanted to mention that I’ve always had many different moods flow through me that I draw from to create my songs. I know I could stick more with one general theme, but I realize because of who I am there is more I’d like to express with this music..

So hopefully you’ll want to explore the myriad emotions that the pieces bring up also:)

Thanks again for listening!

Live vs the Studio

June 19th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

footage-for-jim-stills-005_0006 Playing live vs playing in the recording studio; both great for their own reasons!

I see it as connecting with people face to face compared to sending them great photos/video of what you’ve been up to etc.

Just a different way of communicating what you’re about at that moment.

Travelers

June 18th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

I’ve learned I need to travel from time to time to keep my perspective on life fresh and alive. This is an important part of the creative process for me..I’m surely not alone on this one I would bet:)

Touching Through the Ethers

June 17th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

Staying in touch with all of the important people in my life, including fans, has never been easier with the technology in place these days!

I can send also music around the world with the click of a mouse that I just created moments before! Wow…

With all of the problems out there it’s still a fascinating time to be living..

“David”

June 16th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | 2 Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

jim Just re-recorded my song “David” as a solo piano piece. It really turned out great..I’m so glad I went for it! Sometimes extra effort brings the magic in…I’ll be putting it on an upcoming CD this summer.

Rewrites Etc.

June 15th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

It’s been an interesting weekend of re-writing/recording music I thought was definitely already done! (I guess it’s a good habit to be so picky and extra conscious of what you’re sharing with others.)

It reminds me of when you’re celebrating because you finally took care of all of the dirty dishes etc., and then you walk into another room as your heart sinks because you’ve found that stray one staring at you/waiting to be dealt with!

The Unique Visitor

June 12th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

dsc007951Early last evening I noticed a fox right there on my deck staring at me for several minutes. We apparently were fascinated with each other..I really wanted to play him a tune, but he went off on other business.

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