New ambient/chill groove: Elephant Gathering
I’ve started composing in a new genre of ambient dance tracks. Here is a preview sample of the first fourth of the whole track. When I finish it, I will release it for sale as a download.
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This is my second project called “Elephant Gathering” (the first was “You Are Loved,” still due to be fully released).
This track could be used for many different applications. I’d like to know your thoughts. Is this something you would add to your iTunes collection for background music? Or do you feel called to add your own sound to the mix? What influences do you hear in this piece? Leave your comment here.
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Blessings of harmony,
Catherine
New song sample: “Right Here Now”
I am excited to share this preview sample of “Right Here Now” with you. This song is being co-produced with Michael Logue at SunSound Studios in Grass Valley, CA. Enjoy the expanded slow rock feel with vocal harmonies and lyrics that remind us to stay present.
Tomorrow at the See Jane Do Passion into Action Conference, I will be performing this song live shortly before 1pm.
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This song is going to be on the next album, scheduled to be released on 2010.
Lyrics:
Sometimes she speaks without making a sound.
Sometimes she screams so loud it shakes the clouds.
Oh, but she’s right here now.
Sometimes I feel like a ghost in this town.
Sometimes I feel like an angel flying around.
Oh, but I’m right here now.
Sometimes he floats away from the light.
Sometimes he shines like a star in the night.
Oh, but he’s right here now.
New Song Sample: You Are Loved
Here is my first attempt at making music for all you dancers out there…
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Special thanks to Michael Logue for guidance with some of the more advanced aspects of audio engineering!
New song sample: Crossing Over
I’ve been working on a song I wrote back in 1999 shortly before I moved to California called “Crossing Over.” Here is a short sample (it’s still rough!):
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If you feel moved to comment, please feel free to do so (be gentle!).
New Instrumental Piece: PianoClarinetMusette #1
Feeling the muse speaking and recorded some new music tonight. Listen here:
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Catherine is podcasting! Download Catherine’s music and videos to your iPod or iPhone for free at iTunes. Current podcasts include:
- 4 videos from LadyFest 2008
- Hallelujah Lyrics video
- Recent interview with Che Greenwood on KVMR (including live performances of 3 songs from “Whirlwind Girl”, “Hallelujah” by Leonard Cohen and a new song (“Carol Ann”) being recorded for the next album.
Interview with KVMR’s Che Greenwood
Here is the interview with Che Greenwood recorded live in the KVMR studio on Wednesday, August 26th, 2009. Songs: Movin’ On, Carol Ann, Hallelujah, Pearl and Last Long, Blue Day.
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“Hallelujah” Lyrics Video
Enjoy this video of the lyrics to “Hallelujah” – a free MP3 available at http://catherinesmusic.com by joining the email list.
Sing along to this free MP3 – Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen
Performed by Catherine Scholz on vocals and Michael Logue on lead guitar
Notes about this track from the artist:
Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen has been a requested favorite of listeners, so I decided to release this timeless song as a free MP3.
It was recorded at SunSound Studios by chief engineer, Michael Logue, who also played electric guitar on the track.
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For more information about SunSound Studios, please visit http://sunsoundstudios.com/cms
“Just Not Like Her” video from the Grassies
Lyrics to “Nothing’s Wrong” by Catherine Scholz
Nothing’s Wrong
Music and lyrics by Catherine Scholz
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right.
I think I’ll sleep on the floor tonight.
In the dark, there is a place
where a labyrinth was once a maze
where dreams were born and dreams have died
I lay me down to sleep tonight.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
Good night.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
I think I’ll sleep with the stars tonight.
In stellar arms, in Love’s embrace,
I’ve got the moon to stroke my face.
I know I’ll find another rhyme
and some peace for this heart of mine.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
Good night.
(optional 3rd verse)
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
I think I’ll sleep with this song tonight.
This tender heart wears no disguise,
and thankfully, Love never dies.
Like the sun, when on the rise,
I will return to the open skies.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
Good night.
Lyrics to “Pearl” by Catherine Scholz
Pearl
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
So you’ve added up the figures
and counted all the costs.
but a shade of memory lingers
as the dew becomes the frost…
A love of no undoing
has caught you in its web.
Would you like to keep on crashing
Or brave the waves instead?
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl – I’ll be standing by the sea
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl -Meet me in D.C.
Now it’s time to make some choices,
pick your heart up from the floor,
put the sordid past behind you,
chase those ghosts back from your door.
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl – I’ll be standing by the sea
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl -Meet me in D.C.
Lyrics to “Butterfly” by Catherine Scholz
Butterfly
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
Up above the city lights,
far beyond the rain.
I caress the sky.
This is how I fly.
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
There’s no peace like I feel inside,
I’m far beyond the pain.
My love fills up the sky.
This is how I fly.
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
Through the struggle I fight.
But look how much I’ve gained.
Don’t have to know why.
This is how I fly.
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
Lyrics to “How does it Feel” by Catherine Scholz
How Does it Feel?
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
How does it feel to be whole?
How does it feel to be whole?
To stop the world just to listen to your soul,
becoming whole.
How does it feel to be found?
How does it feel to be found?
Walking alone or just standing on the ground,
you will be found.
(instrumental)
How does it feel to be you?
How does it feel to be you?
There is nothing in this world I would not do,
my friend, for you.
How does it feel to be free?
How does it feel to be free?
Wish you were here standing right in front of me,
feeling free.
(instrumental)
Lyrics to “Cactus Flower” by Catherine Scholz
Cactus Flower
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
Honey, I’m just sittin’ here thinkin’ on you.
Funny, I wasn’t expecting to feel so blue.
But darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Now when I said I love you, I did not lie.
Did you mean it when you said goodbye?
Honey, I’d be so tickled if you’d knock on my door.
Funny, I guess I’m not your sweetheart anymore.
But darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Now when I said I love you, I did not lie.
Did you mean it when you said goodbye?
(instrumental verse)
Honey, you’re shoulder’s colder than the Brainerd snow.
Funny, I never thought I’d have to let you go.
Cuz darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Now when I said I love you, I did not lie.
Did you mean it when you said goodbye?
Now honey, I’m not fixin’ on someone new.
Funny, all I’m thinkin’ ’bout is loving you.
Cuz darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Lyrics to “Movin’ On” by Catherine Scholz
Movin’ On
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
Rain is falling, I’m movin’ on.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Placed my heart into your hands.
Oh my soul, it understands.
You came to me quickly.
You caught me mid-air.
You loved me so neatly.
And now you’re not here to see me fly.
Rain is falling, I’m movin’ on.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Love is all around.
Oh my soul, should know by now.
You came to me quickly.
You caught me mid-air.
You loved me so neatly.
And now you’re not here to see me fly.
Rain is falling, I’m movin’ on.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Love is all around.
Oh my soul, should know by now.
Oh my soul, should know by now.
