(Composed and arranged by Reynold D. Philipsek 2013 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Guitar, bass, keyboard, and vocals- ReynoldPercussion-Jim SillowayEngineer- Stymie Seamans The subject matter is a common one for me: the proverbial “is life random or design” question. I tried to create a “hipster” mood and scene because of the somewhat ponderous lyric. I was thinking of a vibe, not unlike […]
(Composed and arranged by Reynold D. Philipsek 2022 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI)All of the instruments and vocals by Reynold except drums by Mo EngelRecorded by Stymie Seamans I sent this one out a short while back but thought it might have been lost in the shuffle so I’m directing your attention to it again. How the melody, harmony, and lyrics
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(Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek 1998 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Vocal, guitars, drums and primitive harmonica by ReynoldBass by Luke KramerRecorded by Stymie Seamans My favorite writer (by far) is humorist S. J. Perelman (1904-1979). In another life I will (perhaps) endeavor to be a writer of that sort. I could have “eyes for that” as Lester Young used to say.
(Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek 2018 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Guitars-ReynoldBass-Matt Senjemrecording engineer-Stymie Seamans I will try to highlight a few songs that I intend to “resurrect” for the 2023 live performance repertoire. There are quite a few songs that have been neglected and deserve a play. So the next few emails will feature such songs. I really should add this
(Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek copyright 2010 Zino-Rephi Music BMI) Guitar and mandolin-Reynold Bass-Matt Senjem Percussion-Michael Bissonnette Recorded by Stymie Seamans Anyone who has ever seen me play knows this tune. It was one of several I have written that I always include in the set. There are four recordings of this song. One with East Side, one solo guitar,
(Composed and performed by Reynold D. Philipsek 2015 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Engineer: Stymie Seamans Since I first became aware of Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) while taking some college music courses in my early twenties, he has been my favorite composer. My interest in his music has led to several visits to his home/museum outside of Paris. I also have collected every