“Saturday” (Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek copyright 2000 Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Guitars-ReynoldAcoustic Bass-Jeff EngholmRecording engineer-JR Hammond This song always puts me in mind of a regular Saturday afternoon gig I had with Sidewalk Cafe (a trio I still perform with). The gig was at the Midtown Global Market on Lake Street in Mpls. We had that gig for quite a few […]
“Belvedere”(Composed and performed by Reynold D. Philipsek 2015 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Recording engineer-Stymie Seamans I have long been an admirer of French composer Maurice Ravel (1875-1937). In fact, I am such a fan that I have twice visited his home/museum outside of Paris in Montfort L’Amaury. I even helped the museum with a little research when I dug up some
(Written and arranged by Reynold D. Philipsek 2020 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI) All voices and instruments by Reynold except drums by Beth VarelaRecorded by Stymie Seamans It is very unusual for me to write a song from such a personal viewpoint. I feel more comfortable when I take a more generalized point of view. That is not to say that
(Composed and performed by Reynold D. Philipsek copyright 2021 Zino-Rephi Music BMI) This is a tune I did within the last year during the lockdown. It was one of seven tracks on the EP I released called “Seven Songs 20/21.” This project presents the music I worked on during the pandemic time. If you’d like to get a copy of
(1921-1985)Nelson Riddle was a great American musician. Check out his wonderful arrangements for Nat King Cole or Frank Sinatra, or his solo instrumental records like “Changing Colors.” Or his old television themes like “Route 66” or “Naked City.” The “Route 66” in particular slays me. Probably dredging up some early memories where I really connected with a jazz element. He
“Johnny Appleseed”* (Written by Reynold D Philipsek copyright 2012) Guitars, bass and vocals-Reynold Percussion-Michael Bissonnette recording engineer-Stymie Seamans I really hate to see the summer end but such is the cycle. This tune means a lot to me and I hope it can resonate with a few of you as well. It has a sort of autumnal quality to it.