Morning Star

(Composed, arranged and orchestrated by Reynold D. Philipsek copyright 2023 Zino-Rephi Music BMI)
All instruments played by Reynold except
Bass clarinet and alto flute by Allen L. Asmus
Recorded by Stymie Seamans
Video production by Rene Erickson
(Recorded September 20, 2023)

I try to write something everyday. This practice is sort of like a meditation.

This song came about very spontaneously about one year ago. The “spontaneous” songs are always the best it seems to me. The longtime and persistent Antonio Carlos Jobim/Claus Ogerman musical influence pops up here again. And the visual image (from the title) is always a good guide for harmony, melody and mood.

Al Asmus (alto flute and bass clarinet) is an old friend and has played on many of my records. His subtle, sympathetic and solid presence is always a definite plus.(Headphones are almost essential on this one.)

Be kind.
Love,
Reyn