There’s a larger “presence” inside great music; something’s definitely breathing with a heartbeat in there.

I’ve always been fascinated as to what that special thing is. All I really know is I can tell when it’s around, and when it’s not.

I feel extremely fortunate that emotional freedom is such a big part of my job and workplace; I honestly do get to be myself.

The various employment scenarios I experienced earlier in my life, before my recordings became popular, proved to be pretty miserable for me, as I just didn’t quite fit in!

However they now serve as a great reminder of  why I have so much gratitude these days:)

Wanting to finish a track today in my studio that I had to let breathe for a couple of days; patience can bring out the best!

I’m learning that “forcing things” creatively usually leaves something missing in the communication. Trusting when it’s ready to flow more effortlessly for me is proving to be a better plan:)

I suppose letting go of any fear that the music won’t “come” to me the way I want it to, is a big part of the process. It’s like trusting and knowing it will be great when IT decides it wants to come through:) So we are honoring the larger force at work here.

Plus- composing is supposed to be fun; that’s why I got into it in the first place!

The sheet music download for my solo piano hit “Gone” is finally available!

I’ve been getting requests about this for several years now, so I really appreciate those who waited patiently:)

In case you didn’t know, “Gone” is my most popular piece to date. There is quite an array of versions of it done by others (maybe even you!) on Youtube etc. that have made their way out into the world. Just google “Jim Chappell Gone” and see what I mean.

This particular arrangement is very close to the way it was originally recorded..hopefully we’ll have many more songs available also within the year. Here is the link

Have you ever been caught up that feeling that makes you want to create and just keep on flowing? I love getting deeply inspired somehow; it’s a rush I really try to hang on to.

The creative urge to bring something positive into the world that wasn’t around minutes before is a cool thing in my opinion; it certainly doesn’t matter whether it’s music or not!

P.S. As long as I remember to eat and visit the “you know what” from time to time I’m good:) Otherwise it’s just a bit too compulsive for me these days..

I love the freedom of instrumental music, because when it’s right you’re  able to communicate with almost anyone, almost anywhere; because they just “get it.”

Here is a live version of a very special song for me from my new album “Rise.”