People sometimes stop me in the street and ask me, “Excuse me sir, do you ever make use of that 1st class master’s degree in chemistry that you got from the University of Durham?” And I am thrilled to say that lately, yes I have, because I’ve been doing some spectroscopy! O.K., it’s technically not NMR …
Category: Recording
Video: ‘Whisper of the Soul’, from ‘Spectroscopy’
A little while ago I did some recording for a new project by maestro supremo Mr. Jack Mitchell Smith entitled ‘Spectroscopy’, and I have a little preview to share with you in advance of the album’s release. How exciting! ‘Spectroscopy’ is a suite of 7 pieces for various solo instruments and piano, inspired by …
Say ‘Hello’ To Soprano Saxopho!
It gives me unbridled joy to announce that I am now the proud owner of a soprano saxomophone! If you’re interested, it’s a Gear4Music ex-demo model that I got cheap (£156) ‘cos it’s a little bit bashed. If you’re not interested, too late – I’ve already told you. I loosened some of the springs to …
Making ‘Mongolian Death Worm’: Recording the Music
[13-minute read] Watch the full musical here: N.B.: For optimal listening pleasure, it is recommended you listen to the audio examples through a good pair of headphones. It may have escaped your notice (because I’ve been keeping very quiet about it) but there’s a new musical in town, and it’s really really great. …
Video: ‘Rainbow Connection’ with The Dunleavy & Dimplesauce Showtime Orchestra
Ladies and gentlemen, it is with great pleasure that I announce the premiere performance of the U.K.’s newest and quite possibly greatest ever musical ensemble: The Dunleavy & Dimplesauce Showtime Orchestra! Yayyyyyyyyy! The orchestra was formed in mid-2020 by the legendary (and also mythical) characters of Beatrice Dunleavy and Ericona Dimplesauce. Their mission was a …
Video: ‘One Day More’ with the Welsh Musical Theatre Orchestra
O.K. guys, so here’s the thing, right… Not that long ago the BBC did a survey to find out the nation’s most favouritest of all time song from a musical. Sadly the respondents were unaware of ‘It’s Not Really the Apocalypse’ (available here) or ‘Mongolian Death Worm: A Puppet Show Musical’ (watch it here), because …
Competition! Win Some Goodies with The Jelly Roll Jazz Band’s New Video!
I bring you good news! The Jelly Roll Jazz Band – everyone’s favourite jazz band (but least favourite rock band) – have made a new video! And the good news is that this time, they remembered to agree on a tune, key, tempo and structure! Even better news: There’s an opportunity for you to win …
‘The Mob Song’ (instrumental) | Excerpts from ‘Beauty and the Beast’, Reed 3
It has recently entered my knowledge that Disney Theatrical are toying with the idea of putting on a new UK tour of ‘Beauty and the Beast’, beginning in the lusty month of May 2021. “Great Scot!” I screamed on reading the news. “It occurs to me that maybe (just maybe) they will be searching for …
‘Gaston’ (instrumental) | Excerpts from ‘Beauty and the Beast’, Reed 3
While browsing my crystal ball lately, I discovered that Disney Theatrical are planning a new UK tour of ‘Beauty and the Beast’, commencing in May 2021. “Good gracious!” I said on hearing the news. “I do solemnly believe that they will be looking for funny intelligent woodwind musicians to play the various reed parts!” Therefore …
‘Be Our Guest’ (instrumental) | Excerpts from ‘Beauty and the Beast’, Reed 3
It has come to my attention that Disney Theatrical are planning a new UK tour of ‘Beauty and the Beast’, commencing in May 2021. “Aha!” I thought on hearing the news. “It occurs to me that they will surely be looking for young attractive woodwind musicians to play the various reed parts!” Therefore I have …
