Author name: Reynold

Butterfly

(Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek 2003 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI) Guitar-ReynoldViolin-Gary SchulteAccordion-Patrick HarisonBass-Mike Zeleny There are several versions of this tune that I have recorded. This is probably the closest to the zeitgeist of the “French musette”. That is mainly due to the addition of violin and accordion. The normal waltz time (3/4) of the typical musette is offset here […]

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Neon City

Below is a link to a brand new tune I wrote and recorded called “Neon City.” The relaxed mood of this piece is probably welcome after this past year of anxiety. Headphones are nice for this one. Stay safe. “Neon City” (composed and performed by Reynold D.Philipsek 2021 copyright) Link: https://youtu.be/lkHyWv9Ohb8 https://youtu.be/lkHyWv9Ohb8

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July

(Composed and performed by Reynold D. Philipsek 2000 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI) Like more than a few of my better tunes, there are several recorded versions of this song. Some versions are small group, one version with strings and a solo version. This is the solo version. I thought a month when we’re going through frigid temps would be a

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Silesian Mist

(Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek copyright 2010 Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Guitar and mandolin-ReynoldBass-Matt SenjemPercussion-Michael Bissonnette  There are four recordings of this song. One with East Side, one solo guitar, one with Sidewalk Cafe and this one which is the original version of the song. Each of the versions has its own individual merits and all are available online (Apple Music, Youtube

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Bangkok Sunset

(Written and arranged by Reynold D. Philipsek 1994 copyright)All instruments by reynold exceptDrums by Steve Read SmithCellos by Dianne TremaineHorns by Zane Schaefer and Lowell Larson This pandemic lockdown has given me (as many others) lots of time to ponder my life. I have been asking myself “why did I become a musician?” This question is especially relevant as I

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Laughing Cavalier

(Composed and performed by Reynold D. Philipsek copyright 2011 Zino-Rephi Music BMI) Back home when I was growing up my mother had a real penchant for all sorts of kitsch and knick-knacks. But she also had purchased several small oval portraits which were small reproductions of works by the “masters.” One such small picture (which hung on my bedroom wall) was a

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