Thamyris invented the 8 string Cithara and challenged the muses to a musical duel. His punishment for losing was to have his hands cut off. Now all he can do is imagine one last chattar solo as he takes his last breath. The gods have taken away…
Written and Recorded August 29, 2009
Details: Martin D1 (DADGAD - capo V), Shure SM57, Audacity, Sound Forge.
Late night improvisation in remembrance of my father.
This is just a test. If this had been an actual song then the signal you just heard would have been followed by news, information, and directions from state and federal authorities.
Actually, this is a new scale I just learned today.
Roumanian…
My Pirate song. Sounds more like a polka band, but what the hell. I had fun doing it.
a song for Gumbo.
we sailed the angry seas
til we found a neutral port
we rowed the ship to shore
to go and find a fancy whore
down at the Buccaneer inn…
Now ye sons of the kraaken, let's get to some honest pillaging, shall we? Aaaarh!
The devil is an idle jest compared to what's within this chest
No hearts more black than ours they say
trust your own hide to be waterproof only
else they…
Here now, there be treasure to hide and we'll bury it full deep in the earth, and ye with it if you tell the tale. To the shovels lads, and dig down.
International Talk Like A Pirate day is upon us, so swab yer decks and break open the Rum…
Traditional Irish - Arranged by Doug Sparling
Based on a recording by Na Casaidigh.
Played late at night, as a lullaby of sorts. Now go to sleep, little child...
Guitar players - check out my GuitarNoise.com lesson for this tune: http://www…
Doug you always bring things back round to the basics, and what a lovely tune you always have to share. Thanks for this Beautiful tune. Keep up the fine work.
Thamyris invented the 8 string Cithara and challenged the muses to a musical duel. His punishment for losing was to have his hands cut off. Now all he can do is imagine one last chattar solo as he takes his last breath. The gods have taken away…
A song written for my dear old friend, Kirk Lynch, who I've known for almost 20 years. For those who don't know, Kirk and I live less than an hour apart, but I swear it's been five years since we've seen each other in person, which just ain't…
This is my first recording and not great quality. I have ordered a better quality microphone, just waiting for it to arrive. Quality aside, I was hoping for some constructive critcism/comments on my version of this song.
The lo-fi ambience of the recording goes well with the simple arrangement and plaintive quality of the song. It works OK like this.
On the other hand, I can't wait to hear your voice with more clarity. Your vocals have tone, pitch, and chops. Keep the songs coming!
Another one recorded "live on the fly", so the sound quality isn't great. Also some tonal support from SonicMood program.
Pileus is a cap-like structure, like on a cloud or mushroom.
I'm learning to 'listen' to the 'flow' of life all around me and not get so caught up in little things that don't really matter.
Learning to enjoy! Life is good...
The river runs
and i look into it
i see myself
in a million faces there…
Another one recorded "live on the fly", so the sound quality isn't great. Also some tonal support from SonicMood program.
Pileus is a cap-like structure, like on a cloud or mushroom.
Recent Comments
strangely beautiful! I like
Lovely relaxing atmosphere!
Beautiful and and enjoyable music. . .Thanks. Fr. Elias.
Wow, get the headphones on everyone!
This is great!
Such wonderful lyrics, great fun. SS told me you are big into Pirate talking Day. Proper job, my ansome!
Great stuff, love the chorus especially, it fits really well.
like it, its got some punch to it.
Doug you always bring things back round to the basics, and what a lovely tune you always have to share. Thanks for this Beautiful tune. Keep up the fine work.
they may have taken away your strength, but you are a beautiful lion to me.
I am thankful for the opportunity to hear this at the end of a wonderful day. You are quite talented.
thanks for the hip sounz
yeah, man
...very nice opening -very.
...yeah- thanks.
...yes, my friend!
The lo-fi ambience of the recording goes well with the simple arrangement and plaintive quality of the song. It works OK like this. On the other hand, I can't wait to hear your voice with more clarity. Your vocals have tone, pitch, and chops. Keep the songs coming!
Uploaded a remix with some ebow in the break.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts as generously as you do ye great tunes. 'so nice, man.
like the discordant feel