tag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:/blogs/the-art-of-jazz-plays-wednesday-evenings-at-black-mountainThe Art of Jazz - Latest Happenings2023-06-08T15:10:32-07:00Charles Neuzilfalsetag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/72234522023-06-08T15:10:32-07:002023-10-16T07:53:24-07:00Friday, June 9, 2023, at the Laughlin River Lodge<p>Just a quick update, I'll be playing at the Laughlin River Lodge on Friday, June 9, 2023, with my Art of Jazz. I'll be at the restaurant downstairs - the Bighorn Café. They have some great food there, and I'll be playing some relaxing jazz standards and ballads from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.</p><p>This is a great opportunity to take my Art of Jazz across the river into one of the casinos. And as I always share with people, my music is not unlike Erik Satie's work which he described as “furniture music.” Only mine is “music to eat by.” </p><p>It will be a long evening, playing for six hours. However, I have enough material to go the full six hours and beyond.</p><p>Jazz on the River - at the Laughlin River Lodge.</p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/69599962022-04-29T09:59:56-07:002023-03-08T19:58:47-07:00Charles Neuzil Music - Updates for April 29, 2022<p><span class="font_large">The following post originally appeared in the Charles Neuzil Music / Weekly Update - April 29, 2022 - Issue #45 </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">By Charles Neuzil</span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_large">This past week I continued working on my technique for my trombone, spent some time on the trumpet, continued working on my third Kafka inspired composition, and spent time learning a new tune to play this Saturday at TASA espresso bar. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This is the third week that I have focused heavily on sound and range on my horn. This has been a combination of exercises involving long tones, lip slurs, working in all registers, (i.e., upper, lower, and middle), and working on larger interval leaps of an octave or more. This has definitely helped my endurance, which is still not where it was before the pandemic. But it is getting there, as last Saturday I played for three and one-half hours with only one fifteen minute break, and even when finished, could have easily played more. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This week I also logged a bit more time on the trumpet. In March I began working with a beginning trumpet student, and that has inspired me to spend more time on that instrument. It has also reminded me how much more compact the trumpet is than the trombone or euphonium! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I’ve continued working on my third track on my Kafka inspired compositions. This piece is based upon the Kafka short story “In the Penal Colony.” I pretty much have the sounds in place that I like, and am now expanding out from the middle and working on the entire piece, focusing this week on the beginning of the composition. So far I have been using the Dune 3 synthesizer, Vital synthesizer, and UJam Solid Drum programs on this one, as well as some samples. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">By the way, the first of these tracks I made is now on SoundCloud, see below for the link. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Finally, I will be playing a new tune this week at TASA espresso bar. A few months back, I began working on “Alone Together.” For some reason I set it aside and never finished working on it. This week I pulled it out and began working on it again. I forgot how cool this tune is. This one is also in D minor, one of my favorite keys in which to play. Certain keys tend to lend themselves to my “voice” on the horn, and this is one of them. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This is an interesting tune, and one that dates back to the thirties. I did some research, and although I was not able to find a lot of recordings of this one, apparently over the years a fair number of people have recorded the tune. Even Carly Simon has it on an album from 2005. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">“Alone Together” is from a Broadway musical that ran way back in 1932. The musical was “Flying Colors” by Jean Sargent. I guess the tune soon became a hit, first recorded by Leo Reisman and His Orchestra in 1932. It has become a jazz standard. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In any event, if you happen to be at TASA espresso bar on Saturday, May 28, 2022, you will hear my version of “Alone Together” during the third set. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Music I've Been Listening to . . . . . . </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I have been listening this week to some of the coolest music out of Japan by Aaron Choulai, a Tokyo based Jazz Pianist, Beat Maker, and Composer. I picked up a digital copy of his album “Raw Denshi” this week, and have been thoroughly enjoying his work. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I found Aaron Choulai while reading an article on Bandcamp about hip hop in Japan. There are some interesting things going on in this music, with a mix of hip hop, jazz, and free jazz. The horn parts on “Raw Denshi” are phenomenal, particularly with the use of trombone and tenor sax, which happens to be my favorite combination. And the rap is a mix of Japanese and English. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Aaron Choulai’s performance on the piano is outstanding. Interestingly, he has played with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and The Australian Art Orchestra. Aaron Choulai’s soloing on the piano is melodic but at the same time very complex. He reminds me a lot of another contemporary jazz pianist that I greatly admire, Ruslan Sirota. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">If you have the opportunity, check out the music of Aaron Choulai. You can find his Bandcamp page at: https://aaronchoulai.bandcamp.com/music </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Upcoming Events/Releases </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This week I am at TASA espresso + smoothie bar with my Art of Jazz on Saturday, April 30, 2022. I begin playing at 11:00 a.m. and play until 2:00 p.m. I do, however, take one or two 10 to 15 minute breaks just to rest the chops. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">If you are local, or happen to be in the area, stop by TASA if you have the opportunity. Last week I had some folks come visit me from New Mexico. TASA has a great menu, and if you enjoy coffee beverages, you will be at the right place. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Here’s my upcoming dates over the next few weeks for my Art of Jazz at TASA espresso + smoothie bar. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, April 30, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br> ****** - Saturday, May 7, 2022 - Out of Town for Work (NAU) <br>TASA - Saturday, May 14, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>TASA - Saturday, May 21, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>TASA - Saturday, May 28, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>****** - Saturday, June 4, 2022, Vacation! <br>****** - Saturday, June 11, 2022, Vacation! <br>TASA - Saturday, June 18, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Just a heads up, I am out of town (returning home from NAU in Flagstaff) on Saturday May 7, 2022, and will NOT be at TASA that day as I will be getting home too late in the day to do so. But I’ll be back the following week. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">As mentioned last week, my most recent composition, “Awakened Dreams,” can be heard on both YouTube and Soundcloud. This composition is based upon Franz Kafka’s short story “A Country Doctor,” and is the second in a series of musical pieces based upon the writings of Kafka. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">And my first Kafka inspired music, “This Too Shall Pass,” although already on YouTube, is also now on SoundCloud. You can find it on SoundCloud using this link: https://bit.ly/3KEf8O5 </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Listen to “Awakened Dreams,” my second Kafka inspired track, on SoundCloud using this link: bit.ly/aw033022 </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">And listen and watch the video of “Awakened Dreams” on the Charles Neuzil YouTube Channel using this link: https://youtu.be/NSP7FgQ_wus </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The opening of a second TASA espresso + smoothie bar location in Fort Mohave, Arizona should be sometime in May. I will be taking my Art of Jazz to both locations on alternate Saturdays. Check back for updates and schedules.. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Don’t forget to subscribe to the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel, and hit the notification bell so that you are alerted as to future videos as I get them uploaded, such as my latest track, “Awakened Dreams“ inspired by the Kafka short story “A Country Doctor.” </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Keep track of me on Instagram, and keep checking back here in this Newsletter as I keep you up to date with Charles Neuzil Music and the Art of Jazz/Inner Dimensions of Sound. Remember to check in and visit the Charles Neuzil Music/Inner Dimensions of Sound website, charlesneuzilmusic.com. I have links to my Instagram, Facebook Page, Twitter, SoundCloud, and YouTube Channel on the landing page. I also have some of my music available for you to listen to on the website, some photos, and some blog posts.</span></p>
<p><strong><span class="font_large">Lend Your Support to Charles Neuzil Music </span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Many of you have generously supported my work in various ways over the years, and continue to do so, and I send a big Thank You! If you are so inclined, you can always send some “love and generosity” at one of the following: </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">buymeacoffee.com/CharlesNeuzil </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"> <em> or </em></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">paypal.me/ArtofJazz (if you have a Paypal account) </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Thanks so much! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Charles</span></p>
<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/69311672022-03-25T01:00:00-07:002022-04-29T10:03:14-07:00Charles Neuzil Music - Update for March 25, 2022<p><span class="font_large">Playing the trombone has always been a challenge for me, constantly trying to improve what I do. This week has been no different. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I continue to work on my sound, articulation, and flexibility. Every day I do so by playing through various exercises, etudes, and other pieces that lend themselves to improvement in those areas. I have a lot to choose from. I was out looking at all of the music I have, and am amazed at what I have accumulated over the years. But then I began this process over fifty years ago. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I started working on a new tune for my Art of Jazz, “African Flower” by Duke Ellington. This is one that I was aware of for quite some time, but just never looked at closely. I pulled out “In a Sentimental Mood,” also by Duke Ellington, to play on Saturday as I have not played it in a while, and was reminded of “African Flower.” </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I may not have “African Flower” fully prepared by Saturday given the demands of the Pit Orchestra rehearsals for the musical I mentioned last week, but I should have it going by the following Saturday. If it is by Duke Ellington, it has to be good, and I know I will be discovering many hidden gems in the chart. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I mentioned pit orchestra rehearsals, those continue this week and over the next two weeks, with evening performances during the week of April 11, 2022. This is always a good experience, as I don’t have opportunities to play in larger ensembles very often. Quite a change from my Art of Jazz at the TASA espresso bar. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I’ve almost completed working on my piece inspired by the Franz Kafka short story “A Country Doctor.” I’ll be pairing it up with a video for YouTube, and uploading it on SoundCloud as well. However, I still have not come up with a title. If you have any ideas, let me know! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Last week I brought my Korg Monologue with me to play along with my trombone last Saturday at TASA espresso bar, but unfortunately ran into some audio problems. But I think I have solved those issues, and will try again on Saturday. I was bummed out, as I was looking forward to working with the synth. But I’ll be able to do so Saturday. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Music I've Been Listening to . . . . . . </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This week I just ordered a CD of Ryan Keberle’s new album “Sonhos da Esquina.” Ryan Keberle is a trombone player out of Forestburgh, New York. He happens to be the trombonist that I look to and try to emulate in terms of my sound. If you want to know the “sound” I strive for, have a listen to Ryan Keberle. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This album had it’s genesis in 2017 when Ryan Keberle took time off from his job directing the music program at Hunter College and traveled to Brasil. While in Brasil, he met three musicians, Felipe Silveira (piano), Tiago Alves (bass), and Paulinho Vicente (drums/percussion). </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Keberle and this Brasilian trio soon became the quartet now known as Collectiv do Brasil. This album represents the fruits of their coming together. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Interestingly, the liner notes on the Bandcamp page sum up my view of the trombone, and one of the main reasons I play my horn. “Of all the horns in a modern ensemble, the trombone might easily replace the vocalist. This probably has to do with the unique instrument's tone, colour, range, and pitch which enables a trombonist to evoke the human voice, moaning and crying like the very best blues singers.” </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Check out “Sonhos da Esquina'' by Ryan Keberle's Collectiv do Brasil on Bandcamp and other streaming services. Here’s the Bandcamp link for your convenience: https://ryankeberle.bandcamp.com/album/sonhos-da-esquina </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Upcoming Events/Releases </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I will be at TASA espresso and smoothie bar with my Art of Jazz this Saturday, March 26, 2022, which coincidentally is my birthday. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Here’s my upcoming dates over the next several weeks for my Art of Jazz at TASA espresso + smoothie bar. </span></p>
<ul> <li><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, March 26, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></li> <li><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, April 2, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></li> <li><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, April 9, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></li> <li><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, April 16, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></li> <li><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, April 23, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></li> <li><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, April 30, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span class="font_large">Stop in at TASA if you happen to be local, although I have had a few people come in from a fair distance, including California, Las Vegas, and Flagstaff. If you are local, stop in on a Saturday, and if you have not yet visited TASA, definitely do so, you will enjoy their menu. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">If you make it between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on a Saturday you can catch one of my sets. I try to create some nice, relaxing ambience with my jazz standards and ballads. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Oh, and great news! Jade Mallary, owner of TASA, is opening a second location and has asked me to play there as well. Most likely, I will begin alternating Saturdays when she opens the second location. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">And watch for my next release on YouTube and SoundCloud, my piece inspired by Kafka’s “A Country Doctor.” That should be out within a week or so if all goes well. Check back for more on that. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Don’t forget to subscribe to the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel, and hit the notification bell so that you are alerted as to future videos as I get them uploaded, such as my latest track, “This Too Shall Pass” inspired by the Kafka short story “A Hunger Artist.” I am expecting that my musical interpretation of Kafka’s short story “A Country Doctor” will be up next in a few weeks. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Keep track of me on Instagram, and keep checking back here in this Newsletter as I keep you up to date with Charles Neuzil Music and the Art of Jazz/Inner Dimensions of Sound. Remember to check in and visit the Charles Neuzil Music/Inner Dimensions of Sound website, charlesneuzilmusic.com. I have links to my Instagram, Facebook Page, Twitter, and YouTube Channel on the landing page. I also have some of my music available for you to listen to on the website, some photos, and some blog posts. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Lend Your Support to Charles Neuzil Music……. </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Many of you have generously supported my work in various ways over the years, and continue to do so, and I send a big Thank You! If you are so inclined, you can always send some “love and generosity” at one of the following: </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">buymeacoffee.com/CharlesNeuzil </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">or </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">paypal.me/ArtofJazz (if you have a Paypal account) </span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span class="font_large">Thanks so much! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><em>Charles </em></span></p>
<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/69281622022-03-21T12:35:32-07:002022-04-29T10:03:49-07:00Charles Neuzil Music - Update for March 18, 2022<p><span class="font_large">The following post originally appeared in the Charles Neuzil Music / Weekly Update - March 18, 2022 - Issue #39 </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">By Charles Neuzil</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">We are moving into March, and April is just around the corner. I appreciate your checking in on me this week. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reply and I will get back to you as soon as I am able to do so. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>This week at Charles Neuzil Music </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This week has been just a little different for my music. The local high school music director has asked me to play in the pit orchestra for their spring musical and cover the trombone part. I played in these regularly before the pandemic canceled the spring 2020 show. This is the first production since the spring of 2019. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This year, the musical is “Little Women,” and was a Broadway show. The Broadway production opened at the Virginia Theater on January 23, 2005, and closed on May 22, 2005, after 137 performances. Maureen McGovern, who some of you may be familiar with, was in the Broadway cast, and she also went on a thirty (30) city tour after the Broadway show closed. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In any event, it is a bit busy with two to three evening rehearsals each week, and with nightly performances the week of April 11, 2022. However, these are always enjoyable to play, gives me a chance to play in a context that I don’t often have the opportunity to do, and helps the community as well. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I have continued this week to work on my electronic music, particularly my composition inspired by the Franz Kafka short story “A Country Doctor.” I’ve been working on the mix, adding a few fx, and fine tuning the different tracks with compression, distortion, and/or EQ. It is sounding good, and I think I am ready to move on to the final stages. I will be posting a copy on YouTube and uploading it to SoundCloud as well. I’ll alert everyone in this newsletter when I do so. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">For my Art of Jazz, I continue to review a few tunes, and am always searching for more. I’m continuing to work on the one I mentioned last week, “I Fall in Love Too Easily.” As I mentioned last week, it is a cool tune in F minor, and quite enjoyable to solo over. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Oh, and good news, my working in one of my synthesizers with the Art of Jazz last Saturday at TASA espresso bar was a success! I played it on my version of John Coltrane’s tune “Lonnie’s Lament.” I improvised with the synth, and also programmed a sequence that I was able to play over with my trombone. It was pretty cool. And the folks there seemed to enjoy it. I’ll do this again on Saturday at TASA espresso bar and am working on using the synth on a few other pieces as well. Oh, and the stand worked great! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Music I've Been Listening to . . . . . . </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This week my music listening has been many and varied. Not really focusing on one thing, but bouncing around quite a bit. Pretty much one of those weeks that I have been all over the place. But all with a purpose in mind. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">For instance, I have spent time listening to ambient drone music (I have a project involving drones), ambient space music (several of those going in various stages), hip hop (for some sounds and rhythms), and finally, I spent some time exploring the music of Pierre Boulez. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Pierre Boulez was a 20th Century modern composer, conductor, and writer, having been born in 1925, he died in 2016. I was looking closely this week at his work with serialism and his use of “sets” in music composition. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Upcoming Events/Releases </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I will be at TASA espresso + smoothie bar with my Art of Jazz this Saturday, March 19, 2022. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Here’s my upcoming dates over the next several weeks for the Art of Jazz at TASA espresso + smoothie bar. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">TASA - Saturday, March 12, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>TASA - Saturday, March 19, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>TASA - Saturday, March 26, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>TASA - Saturday, April 2, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>TASA - Saturday, April 9, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <br>TASA - Saturday, April 16, 2022, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Stop in at TASA if you happen to be local, although I have had a few people come in from a fair distance, including California, Las Vegas, and Flagstaff. If you are local, stop in on a Saturday, and if you have not yet visited TASA, definitely do so, you will enjoy their menu. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">If you make it between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on a Saturday you can catch one of my sets. I try to create some nice, relaxing ambience with my jazz standards and ballads. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Don’t forget to subscribe to the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel, and hit the notification bell so that you are alerted as to future videos as I get them uploaded, such as my latest track, “This Too Shall Pass” inspired by the Kafka short story “A Hunger Artist.” I am expecting that my musical interpretation of Kafka’s short story “A Country Doctor” will be up soon. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Keep track of me on Instagram, and keep checking back here in this Newsletter as I keep you up to date with Charles Neuzil Music and the Art of Jazz/Inner Dimensions of Sound. Remember to check in and visit the Charles Neuzil Music/Inner Dimensions of Sound website, charlesneuzilmusic.com. I have links to my Instagram, Facebook Page, Twitter, and YouTube Channel on the landing page. I also have some of my music available for you to listen to on the website, some photos, and some blog posts. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"><strong>Lend Your Support to Charles Neuzil Music </strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Many of you have generously supported my work in various ways over the years, and continue to do so, and I send a big Thank You! If you are so inclined, you can always send some “love and generosity” at one of the following: </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">buymeacoffee.com/CharlesNeuzil </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">or </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">paypal.me/ArtofJazz (if you have a Paypal account) </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Thanks so much! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Charles</span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/67173032021-08-14T15:49:47-07:002022-06-09T13:21:11-07:00"Trane Reimagined" - The Inner Dimensions of Sound<p><span class="font_regular">“Trane Reimagined” - The Inner Dimensions of Sound </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">The latest video on the Charles Neuzil YouTube channel is a track I have entitled "Trane Reimagined." This track began as a cover of the John Coltrane composition, "Lonnie's Lament." This is a piece that I routinely perform as the Art of Jazz. I always enjoyed the tune, as it has this somber feel to it, and an extended Cm7 vamp in the middle, which allows for a lot of latitude while improvising. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">However, it took on a life of its own, and it became something quite different from what I play as the Art of Jazz in different venues. I even integrated audio of William S. Burroughs discussing art and creativity. Synthesizers used on the track are the Korg Monologue, Behringer TD-3, and Arturia Drumbrute Impact. You will also hear me playing my King 3B+ trombone on the head and the improvisation. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">I also use some sample loops for some of the effects, as well as percussion from the Ujam Groovemate One, a very cool vst. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">I ended up revising and re-recording every part you hear in the track, even down the special effects. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">I began searching for a copyright free video that I could use that would work well with the track, and found one, that with some editing, seems to compliment the music. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">You can listen to an audio clip here on this website, and even download an mp3 version if you like. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Watch the full video here on the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/pmFVRct1ijw</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">I hope you enjoy this one. "Trane Reimagined" was a lot of work, time, and effort to bring together, but I am pretty happy with the result. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Thank you for taking your time to read this blog, and thank you for all of your continued support.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Charles</span></p>
<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/66764242021-07-01T14:14:08-07:002023-12-10T09:54:38-07:00"gregor s" - Acid Techno, By DJ DrN<p>“gregor s” - Acid Techno, by DJ DrN </p>
<p>View video here: https://youtu.be/9u3QtskRiBE</p>
<p>This stemmed from a “use your voice” challenge from the Super Social Synth Society. I use my voice to narrate the first paragraph of Franz Kafka’s famous short story “The Metamorphosis.” I have always had an interest in Franz Kafka and his various writings. I used the Schocken translation, which tends to be my favorite. </p>
<p>You will hear the first line of the story at the beginning of the piece, and it then picks up again with the rest of the first paragraph at the finish. The Arturia Drumbrute Impact handles most of the percussion, including the kick. The Behringer TD-3 provides the acid bass line. I also use some samples, as well as claps from the Ujam Groovemate One, a very cool vst. </p>
<p>In this video I explore my recent interest in combining the visual and the auditory. The video here is Royalty Free Stock Video courtesy of SUNARI VFX. </p>
<p>Thank you so much for watching this video and for all of your support. I sincerely hope you enjoy this music as much as I enjoyed creating it. Like and Subscribe for future content. </p>
<p>Recorded May 27, 2021, as an entry in the May “Use Your Voice” Challenge for the Super Social Synth Society. </p>
<p>Check out a few of my other videos on my Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel if you have an opportunity, particularly if you are interested in the pairing of the trombone with synthesizers and/or tips on playing the trombone. Follow me on Instagram, and visit my website. Thank you! </p>
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<p>“DJ DrN” is an alias I use for this type of music. The alias found its genesis from one of my students at Northern Arizona University. </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/65243172021-01-18T16:14:02-07:002022-04-28T07:30:56-07:00Summertime Synth<p><em><span class="font_large">“Summertime” - Composed by George Gershwin for the opera Porgy and Bess </span></em></p>
<p><em><span class="font_large">Charles on Trombone, accompanied by his synthesizers </span></em></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Link to Video on YouTube: <span style="color:#3498db;">https://youtu.be/n8-MAD9xB_k</span></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">"Summertime," by George Gershwin, has always been one of my favorite tunes, and over the years it has become a Jazz Standard with many having performed the piece, including Miles Davis and John Coltrane. In fact, Miles Davis did an entire album of the music from Porgy and Bess. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In any event, I have always enjoyed playing this one, and rarely would I be out performing in public without bringing this one out at some point in time. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I was playing this tune previously with a backing track, but since the pandemic has kept me from playing out I have turned to working with my synthesizers, and created this rendition of Summertime. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The trombone I am using is my King 3b+. It is a cool horn, and has a gold brass bell which gives it a nice sound. The horn is about 36 years old. I am the second owner. The first owner, Jock Ellis, played this horn professionally in the Los Angeles area. Jock Ellis played with Frank Zappa on a few of Zappa’s albums. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The drum track is by the Arturia Drumbrute Impact. I ran it through a TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion, and also added a bit of reverb for the main track. The Korg Monologue covers the changes, with one oscillator tuned to the root of the chord, and the other tuned to the fifth, but down a fourth. Those of you who are fans of music theory will understand that one. I ran the Monologue through a Boss RV-6 Digital Delay. Finally, about the mid-point, I bring in the Behringer TD-3 for an acid bass line to finish it out. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Finally, I always like to give credit to those that serve as the inspiration for my projects, and this one goes out to Jonathan Graves and Amanda Corbu, of CorbuCorbu, for their inspiration for me to fill in some holes on this project that allowed me to complete it. Check out their music at their YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/corbuvision, and their Bandcamp page: https://corbu.bandcamp.com/, and of course on all the streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. They do phenomenal work, you will enjoy their unique and unmistakable sound. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Thank you so much for checking out the video (link above) and for all of your support. I sincerely hope you enjoy my version of “Summertime.” It was a fun project to bring together. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Recorded January 17, 2021. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">To learn more about the tune “Summertime,” see the Wikipedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Summertime_(George_Gershwin_song) </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">To learn more about the opera “Porgy and Bess,” see the Wikepedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porgy_and_Bess </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Photo Credit: Photo by stein egil liland from Pexels (Title and Ending Page) </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Check out a few of my other videos on my Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel if you have an opportunity, particularly if you are interested in the pairing of the trombone with synthesizers. Follow me on Instagram, and visit my website. Thank you! </span></p>
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<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/65041982020-12-20T15:04:14-07:002022-08-01T14:03:49-07:00"Christmas Time is Here" - Charles on Trombone<p><span class="font_large">“Christmas Time is Here” - Composed by Vince Guaraldi </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Charles on Trombone, accompaniment track by Steve Woody - Listen to the mp3 demo below</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">"Christmas Time is Here," by Vince Guaraldi, has always been my favorite Christmas tune, and I always enjoy playing it, particularly when playing out in front of folks in restaurants and at other events during the Christmas season. I received a request to make a video, so I did so, and you can find the video on YouTube (link below) or listen here to the audio on and mp3. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Vince Guaraldi, who wrote this tune, was a wonderful composer and musician. His playing style was unmistakable, and you always knew it was him when you heard him play. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This is one of those tunes that has always been special to me, evoking various feelings and emotions that are only heightened when I play it, whether in public, or in front of a camera as I have done here. As Matt Thompson wrote in the Atlantic in a December 15, 2015, piece, this piece of music by Vince Guaraldi ". . . will likely outlive all of us, meaning something different and something sadly and wonderfully the same with every passing year."</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I was playing this tune previously with a backing track, and just happened to find a wonderful accompaniment created by Steve Woody on his YouTube Channel. Check out his work, I placed the link below. Mr. Woody was gracious enough to allow me to use his piece in my video. I hope my playing does justice to the wonderful music he provides in his track. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The trombone I am using is my King 3b+. It is a cool horn, and has a gold brass bell which gives it a nice sound. The horn is about 36 years old. I am the second owner. The first owner, Jock Ellis, played this horn professionally in the Los Angeles area. Jock Ellis played with Frank Zappa on a few of Zappa’s albums. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">To learn more about Vince Guaraldi and his music, see the Wikipedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vince_Guaraldi </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Photo Credit: Photo by Ruvim Miksanskiy from Pexels (Title Page and Thumbnail); Photo by stein egil liland from Pexels (Ending Page) </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">And Please visit Steve Woody’s YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/SteveWoodyMusic/featured </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Check out a few of my other videos on my Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel if you have an opportunity, particularly if you are interested in the pairing of the trombone with synthesizers. Follow me on Instagram, and visit my website. Thank you! </span></p>
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<p><span class="font_large">Find the video of my interpretation of "Christmas Time is Here" at - https://youtu.be/ts9N6MYJHhE</span></p>
<p> </p>4:10Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/64836132020-11-22T21:05:15-07:002021-09-12T20:32:17-07:00Sri Gananatha - Trombone and Synthesizers<p><span class="font_large">New upload on the Charles Neuzil Video Channel: <span style="color:#2980b9;">https://youtu.be/CCYfAx7GXVw</span></span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">For some time now I have had an interest in Carnatic music, the classical music of Southern India. Carnatic music is vocal music, and most pieces are meant to be sung. When played on an instrument one must play in a singing style, which the trombone lends itself to doing. I hope I have done some justice to the music here. It has been an interesting journey which I shall continue. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This piece is “Sri Gananatha,” by Purandaradasa (1485-1560). It is in praise of Ganesh. This is a Malahari Raga in Tala Rupaka, which is a 6/4 time, counted 1-2-1- -2-3-4. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I created a patch on the Korg Monologue for the drone, using both oscillators. The first oscillator is tuned to D, and the second to A. I then mix them together, and have added a small amount of resonance on the second oscillator to create a “wave-like” feel. I also added some hall reverb, running the Monologue through the Boss RV6 Digital Reverb, and then added some additional reverb to it in the mix. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The percussion is on the Arturia Drumbrute Impact. Counting in 6/4 required some planning, but it worked. I also added an accent on beat “1” of each set, both the 1-2 and the 1-2-3-4. I’m using the low tom with color added, and the FM drum as well. I ran it all through a TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion pedal to get the sound you are hearing. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The trombone I am using is my King 3b+. It is a cool horn, and has a gold brass bell which gives it a nice sound. I am running the trombone through the Boss RV6 Digital Reverb as well as the TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In this video I play Sri Gananatha followed by improvisation staying with the Malahari Raga. Listen closely and you will hear the difference in the notes ascending as opposed to the notes descending. I then finish once more playing Sri Gananatha. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I have recorded the video and audio separately and then mixed them together. The drone, the percussion, and the trombone are all on separate tracks. All audio is recorded through my 10 Channel Yamaha mixer and Scarlett audio interface into the computer. I now have a Canon SL3 DSLR and will be using it soon to record video. The video here was still recorded with my i-Phone X. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Hope you enjoy this. I really enjoyed putting this one together, and have learned a lot about Carnatic music in the process. And thanks so much for watching, I appreciate your support. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Recorded November 18, 2020. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">To learn more about Carnatic music and the music of Southern India, see the Wikipedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnatic_music#Origins,_sources_and_history </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Photo Credit: Photo by Artem Beliaikin from Pexels (Ganesh)</span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/64631842020-10-25T21:32:16-07:002022-07-25T13:36:13-07:00"Caravan" - Ellington meets Burroughs<p><span class="font_large">The latest video on the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel is my version of Duke Ellington’s “Caravan,” as inspired by the “Cut-up Technique” of William S. Burroughs and Brion Gysin. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In this video my trombone takes the lead, backed up by the Arturia Drumbrute Impact and the Korg Monologue. The Drumbrute Impact sets the tempo. I run the trombone through three pedals. The three pedals are the TC Electronics Dark Matter Distortion, a Boss DD7 Delay, and a Boss DD6 Reverb. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The video begins with my playing the head, being the “A” section of Caravan, followed by some soloing on the Phrygian Dominant Mode of the Harmonic Minor scale of C. I am also playing the third degree of the scale as a quarter flat, which I can do on a trombone with its slide. I then play Caravan “cut up” using William S. Burroughs' “Cut-up Technique.” I then do another round of soloing, and finish off playing the head once again (Section A). </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I recorded the video and audio separately and then mixed them together. I am still using the i-Phone to record the video, but record the audio through my Yamaha mixer and Scarlett audio interface into the computer. I use a Shure 57 microphone. I just got in a Canon SL3 DSLR and will be using it soon to record video. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Hope you enjoy this as much as I did playing it! The entire process took about three weeks, which included designing the sounds on the synths, rewriting the music, and recording all the parts, creating the video, and mixing it all together. You can see the full video here: https://youtu.be/8oXM45G2Hzc</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Recorded October 18, 2020. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">To learn more about the Duke Ellington Jazz Standard “Caravan,” see the Wikipedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caravan_(Juan_Tizol_and_Duke_Ellington_song) </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">To learn more about the Cut-up Technique of William S. Burroughs and Brion Gysin, see the Wikipedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cut-up_technique</span></p>
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<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/64596262020-10-20T08:33:18-07:002021-09-14T16:12:47-07:00Acid Fugue - Inspired by J.S. Bach<p><span class="font_large">The latest offering by Charles Neuzil Music, The Inner Dimensions of Sound, on the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel is inspired by a fugue from J.S. Bach’s Three 3-Voice Preludes & Fugues from The Well Tempered Clavier. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This proved to be an interesting project, and it was a challenge to create three voices on three different instruments that blended together fairly well. The Arturia Drumbrute Impact begins and finishes the piece, closely followed by the Behringer TD-3. The Korg Volca Bass and Korg Monologue join in the middle of the piece. As I have mentioned before, both the TD-3 and the Drumbrute Impact have turned out to be a lot of fun to work with, and if you watch closely, you will see me playing different aspects of each. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I begin and end with a lot of “space,” and try to bring in some quieter portions during the piece itself, at least as to the Drumbrute Impact. Adding space and silence in my improvised trombone solos of late is the inspiration for this. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The Arturia Drumbrute Impact serves as the clock for the TD-3, the Volca Bass, and the Monologue. I just connected them all by way of a Midi splitter. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I recorded the video and audio separately and then mixed them together. I am still using the i-Phone to record the video, but record the audio through my Yamaha mixer and Scarlett audio interface. I hope to soon have a Canon DSLR to begin recording the video in the very near future. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Hope you enjoy this. And thanks so much for watching, I appreciate your support. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Recorded October 4, 2020. View the YouTube video at: https://youtu.be/5nYqED5mFnk</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">To learn more about the Well Tempered Clavier by J.S. Bach, see the Wikipedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Well-Tempered_Clavier </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Photo Credit: Photo by stein egil liland from Pexels </span></p>
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<p><span class="font_large">IG @charlesneuzil</span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/64387702020-09-20T14:08:34-07:002021-09-20T11:19:55-07:00Electric Bach - Bourree in G minor<p><span class="font_large">The lastest offering from The Art of Jazz, The Inner Dimensions of Sound, is this interpretation of J.S. Bach's Suite in E minor for Lute, specifically, the Bourree. However, I transposed it to G minor for a number of reasons, including an easier time with programming the Behringer TD-3 acid bass line synthesizer. Coincidentally I have played this particular piece in tenor clef over the years on my trombone. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This piece has an interesting history, as the Bourree is part of a Suite. In addition, it is suspected that the piece was originally written for an instrument called a “Lauten Werck,” or Lute-Harpsichord, only there were not many of those around so the suspicion is that the piece began being played on the Lute, and today oftentimes on the Guitar. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The original key is in E minor, but I have re-written as noted above in G minor. I used some music written for Harpsichord with which to refer, and focused on the first two bars. The Behringer TD-3 carries the main theme throughout. The Korg Monologue covers the bass line under the TD-3, and the Arturia Drumbrute Impact takes care of the percussion section. The “space” in the middle is covered by the Rucci Electronics Minimal Drone, a cool little synth. Both the TD-3 and the Drumbrute Impact have turned out to be a lot of fun to work with, and if you watch closely, you will see me playing different aspects of each. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I try to begin and end with a lot of “space,” bringing that space back in towards the middle in a transition. Adding space and silence in my improvised trombone solos of late was the inspiration for that. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The Arturia Drumbrute Impact serves as the clock for the TD-3, and the Monologue. I just connected them all by way of a Midi splitter. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This is the first video where I recorded the video and audio separately and then mixed them together, so I hope the quality of both has increased for you. I still use the i-Phone to record the video, but record the audio through my Yamaha mixer and Scarlett audio interface. I promised better audio, so I hope this delivers the same. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Check out the video with this link: https://youtu.be/VPPdAFfRbJ0</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Recorded September 19, 2020. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">See the Wikipedia article at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bourr%C3%A9e_in_E_minor </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Photo Credit: Photo by stein egil liland from Pexels </span></p>
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<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/64156062020-08-23T15:08:56-07:002022-03-24T13:43:21-07:00New Video - J.S. Bach - Interstellar Traveler<p><span class="font_large">Charles Neuzil Music - The Inner Dimensions of Sound, just uploaded a new video, "J.S. Bach - Interstellar Traveler," to the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The inspiration for this work is J.S. Bach’s Prelude to the Second Cello Suite in D minor. For years I have played the Cello Suites on my trombone, and I began to wonder what Bach would think about my using them as a basis for pieces using synthesizers. Here is my interpretation, at least of this particular piece. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The key remains the same, D minor, which happens to be one of my favorite keys. I did, however, rewrite what you hear in this video from 3/4 to 4/4 time, for various reasons. The Behringer TD-3 carries the main theme throughout. The TD-3 has been challenging, but fun, to learn to program. It has proved to be a fun instrument. The Korg Monologue is then introduced, as well as the Arturia Drumbrute Impact. Finally, I bring in a complementary pattern in D minor on the Korg Volca Bass. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Quite honestly, I think it gets a little too busy when the Volca Bass is brought into the mix, but I am pretty happy with the first and last portions. But, it works. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The Arturia Drumbrute Impact serves as the clock in the video for the TD-3, the Monologue, and the Volca Bass. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In this video I use my new Title page, which is a cool photo by stein egil liland via Pexels.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Here is the link to the YouTube video:</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"> https://youtu.be/vNeieEQu6yg</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Hope you enjoy the new video!</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Charles</span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/63786962020-07-07T11:14:58-07:002022-07-25T15:48:53-07:00"Synth Trombone" - New Video by The Art of Jazz<p><span class="font_large">The latest video on the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel was recorded on July 5, 2020. I combined my trombone with some synthesizers, specifically the Arturia Drumbrute Impact and the Behringer TD-3. I ran a converted audio signal from my trombone out of the Best Brass Practice Mute through three pedals. The pedals include a Boss RV-6 Reverb, a Boss DD-7 Delay, and a TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion (I liked the name of this one!). </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I use a pattern on the Arturia Drumbrute Impact and a bass line on the Behringer TD-3. I tuned the TD-3 to play off of a Bb Dominant 7, and then work around that chord on my horn. I run the trombone through the reverb, and then add in the delay. I then add the distortion. I go back to reverb and delay, and then finally, back to just the reverb and wrap it up. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This was challenging, but a great deal of fun to put together. It took quite a bit of planning and preparation. Lots of notes taken in the process. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed creating it! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Thanks in advance for watching and listening. Let me know if you have any questions. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Here is the YouTube link:</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">https://youtu.be/QjZPUKwBcfQ</span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/63534012020-06-14T16:07:21-07:002021-08-19T13:21:06-07:00Combining Analog Synthesis and Trombone<p><span class="font_large">I recorded my latest YouTube Video on the Charles Neuzil Music Channel on June 10, 2020, and uploaded on June 14, 2020. This is Part One of my first project combining analog synthesizers and my trombone. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">In the video I explore the creative process of this project, how I got the idea, and how I am beginning to put it all together. I've been wanting to combine the use of synthesizers with my trombone from the beginning, and first now have begun the first project of this kind. I decided to use the Arturia Drumbrute Impact together with the Behringer TD-3 and my King 3B+ trombone. I have several trombones, but this is my main horn. I pitched everything into the key of Bb for this one. But that is subject to change. I like to explore different keys. They all have a different “feel.” </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Later, I plan to add effects to the sound of the trombone. In the video I use no effects, just a bucket mute. My intention is to add some delay, reverb, possibly distortion, that type of thing. I’ll explore that in Part Two. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Still working on improving the sound and video quality, but I've been focusing on the music and the creative process right now. As in the last video, just recorded off of my i-Phone in my haste to get out the video. Working on a better method right now. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Hope you enjoy this project. As I mentioned above, it has been in the "idea" stage for a long time and is finally coming to fruition. Stay tuned for Part Two.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Oh, and the Photo Credit goes to Adrien Olichon from Pexels.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">YouTube Link below.</span></p>
<p>https://youtu.be/GXDtzUOlRdQ</p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/63200812020-05-17T12:56:15-07:002022-07-25T15:47:31-07:00"Synth Tracks" - New Video on YouTube Channel<p><span class="font_large"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/325204/0d28cece5d6d5d149104f32918e7dd041ab69b7e/original/synth-tracks-1.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />"Synth Tracks" is a new video on the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel. This video represents my further explorations into the inner dimensions of sound. In June, 2019, I recorded The Coaster coming into the train station in Carlsbad, California to drop off and pick up passengers. I used that audio and combined it with analog synthesizers to create a soundscape to blend with the audio of the sounds from the station. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Although the official release date is Saturday, May 23, 2020, you can view the video now on YouTube, link below.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">This project is part of a bigger project to begin combining the use of the analog synthesis of sound with my performances using my trombone. That is why you will notice that these explorations are built around sequences in the synthesizers. I hope you find these explorations of interest, and I will keep everyone up to date on my progress. I am currently working on additional projects right now. Enjoy!</span></p>
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<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/62994792020-05-01T18:14:04-07:002022-07-25T15:49:30-07:00New Video on YouTube - The Sounds of Apollo<p><span class="font_large">I have uploaded a new video on YouTube, "The Sounds of Apollo," representing my further explorations into the nature of sound. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The official release date of the video is on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, but you are free to view the video now on the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel. You may view the video at the link below.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The idea for this project began when I ran across audio transmissions from the Apollo 10 mission. This was the "dry run" mission for landing on the Moon, which was accomplished by Apollo 11. Apollo 10 did everything but land the lunar module on the surface of the Moon. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">The piece begins with the audio transmissions, and a drone is introduced, followed by a percussion sequence. Thereafter an acid bass line is begun, and I then do some work on my Korg Monologue, which is an analog monophonic synthesizer. I do some sequencing on the Monologue as well as some improvisation. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I won't spoil the finish. Enjoy!!!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 16.8px;">YouTube video link: </span>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOb7QjMH8XE&t=8s</p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/62805112020-04-19T18:47:59-07:002023-12-10T10:00:13-07:00New Video Upload - The Sounds of Space<p><span class="font_large">I have a new video uploaded to the Charles Neuzil Music YouTube channel. "The Sounds of Space - The Inner Dimensions of Sound" was uploaded on April 12, 2020, and represents the second video in my explorations into the nature of sound. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I found an audio clip of transmissions from Apollo 11 as the spacecraft orbited the Moon, prior to the Lunar Module touching down on the surface. I start with the transmission, and then add a drone from a synth made by Rucci Electronics out of Oakland, California, followed by a kick and closed hat (or was it open??) on the Arturia Drumbrute Imact. I then bring in an acid bass line from the Behringer TD-3, and work a bit on my Korg Monologue. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Find the new Charles Neuzil Music YouTube Channel here: </span>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChl-UPZhcj9MVXyDv8VJerQ</p>
<p><span class="font_large">Working on another piece now that centers around audio clips from Apollo 10.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Enjoy!</span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/62720472020-04-04T15:26:43-07:002021-09-07T12:31:32-07:00Update: The Art of Jazz and the Pandemic<p><span class="font_large"> I sincerely hope everyone is doing well. As we all know, life has changed dramatically over the past few weeks. At times changing on a daily basis. This is an update on the music scene for me and the Art of Jazz as we endure the current situation.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"> All venues for music are now closed. The Black Mountain Bistro, owned by folks of the highest concern for others, out of good conscience, closed their dining room early on and went to curbside service, which was quickly curtailed as well. The Rock in the Pock Art show was cancelled as well, and no in person live performances are on the horizon. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"> Fortunately, I still have my day job, although I now work from home. That being said, the music continues, and I am currently planning some live streams on Facebook to take the place of my Wednesday evening performances at the Bistro, at least until the restaurant re-opens. I have also started up a new YouTube channel, "Charles Neuzil Music," and will be posting weekly videos. The first video is up with some of my dives into electronics and the "Inner Dimensions of Sound."</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"> Work continues on the horn, and I am hard at work diligently mastering the Prelude to Bach's Second Cello Suite. Quite the challenge, particularly on my horns without f-attachments. In addition, new tunes are being added to the Art of Jazz repertoire, including Coltrane's Naima, Alone Together, and All the Things you Are. I am also spending more time on the Euphonium, and spending more time with my synthesizers, which I am enjoying, composing and improvising electronic music. And finally, I continue to give music lessons, only now over Zoom instead of in person.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"> Catch more of me on Facebook and Instagram. And stay tuned for more news and blogs in the near future. And most of all, thank you for your continued support.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large"> <em>Charles</em></span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/62244442020-02-22T19:57:36-07:002021-09-30T10:59:05-07:00Exploring the Inner Dimensions of Sound<p><span style="color:#2c3e50;"><span class="font_large"><em> The Art of Jazz</em> began five years ago as a project and collaborative effort between Charles (trombone) and Mike (guitar) as an exploration into music and sound. Since that time it has gone deeper into the exploration of sound and how sound affects the listener, both on and emotional level and on a behavioral level. </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color:#2c3e50;"><span class="font_large"> Currently, <em>The Art of Jazz</em> performs two days each week at Black Mountain Bistro, utilizing a research based program designed to enhance the dining experience of patrons at Black Mountain Bistro. Thus far feedback has been most positive and aligns with the goals of the program designed by Charles for the restaurant. </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color:#2c3e50;"><span class="font_large"> For more information, questions, or inquiries, contact Charles at his email, </span></span><strong><span style="color:#2980b9;"><span class="font_large">charles4brass@gmail.com</span></span></strong><span style="color:#2c3e50;"><span class="font_large">.</span></span></p>
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<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/60371892019-12-20T20:15:04-07:002023-03-08T19:58:47-07:00The Art of Jazz is off for the Holidays<p><span class="font_large">Black Mountain Bistro will be closed beginning Saturday, December 21, 2019, through and including Wednesday, January 1, 2020. They will re-open on Thursday, January 2, 2020. The Art of Jazz had their last performance of the year at the Bistro on Wednesday, December 19, 2019. There was a nice crowd that evening at the Bistro. The Art of Jazz returns to the Bistro on Saturday, January 4, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. The Art of Jazz will continue on their regular Wednesday evening/Saturday lunchtime schedule through 2020.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Over Christmas and New Year's Charles will be working on some new tunes to work into his performances, including "Nature Boy," "Sister Cheryl," "My Foolish Heart," and a few original pieces.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Check back on this website for specific dates and times that the Art of Jazz will be performing at the Bistro as well as other locations. </span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">Thank you for all of your continued support! </span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/57851212019-06-08T20:54:29-07:002022-07-25T15:49:43-07:00The Art of Jazz Takes a Vacation - Back in a Week!<p><span style="color:null;"><span class="font_large">The Art of Jazz is taking a vacation, and will be out the week of June 9, 2019, and will not be appearing at Black Mountain Bistro on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, and Saturday, June 15, 2019. But Charles will return to the Bistro on his trombone on Wednesday evening, June 19, 2019, and will be back on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays thereafter. </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color:null;"><span class="font_large">Check back on this website to confirm future dates and possible closures due to holidays. </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color:null;"><span class="font_large">Thanks!</span></span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/57704702019-05-27T21:17:46-07:002021-09-14T16:13:14-07:00Next Date at Black Mountain Bistro - Saturday, June 1, 2019<p><span style="color:null;"><em><span class="font_large">The Art of Jazz will be back at the Black Mountain Bistro on Saturday, June 1, 2019. The Bistro was closed on the Memorial Day weekend, and will be closing early at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2019, due to evening and overnight street repairs and maintenance.</span></em></span></p>
<p><span style="color:null;"><em><span class="font_large">The Art of Jazz with Charles on his trombone provides music at Black Mountain Bistro every Wednesday evening and Saturday over lunch. Check this website for a full schedule coming up just in case there are any changes to the schedule.</span></em></span></p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/57271042019-04-20T19:25:54-07:002021-11-20T11:16:22-07:00The Art of Jazz - Wednesdays and Saturdays at Black Mountain Bistro<p>Since January 2019, The Art of Jazz has been playing at Black Mountain Bistro, in Bullhead City, Arizona, on both Wednesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and again on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to approximately 3:00 p.m. which is closing time on Saturdays for the Bistro. I've been getting a lot of good feedback from folks who enjoy the design of slower paced, relaxing music at a sound level that allows for nice conversation at their table. Just this afternoon I had some folks at the table right in front of the bandstand and they thoroughly enjoyed their experience. It entails more work with mutes, but well worth it. </p>
<p>I've really enjoyed playing at Black Mountain, and look forward to continuing to do so. I've met some phenomenal people who have come in to visit the Bistro. Stop by if you are in the area.</p>
<p>Jazz is alive and well!</p>
<p> </p>Charles Neuziltag:charlesneuzilmusic.com,2005:Post/56143492019-01-26T18:15:28-07:002022-06-09T13:23:43-07:00The Art of Jazz - Now Playing Wednesday Evenings at Black Mountain<p>Since last May, 2018, I've been performing with my horn on Saturdays mid-day at Black Mountain Bistro. After the first of the year I've added Wednesday evenings at the Bistro as well. This has been a great opportunity to further spread the love of good music with local residents. This opportunity has been most welcome and rewarding. </p>
<p>Kyle and Sierra run a fabulous restaurant, featuring live music Monday through Friday evenings, and Saturdays during the day, all performed by local artists such as myself.</p>
<p>And speaking of art, the walls of Black Mountain are adorned with the works of local artists, and all of the art is for sale. </p>
<p>Come check it out.</p>Charles Neuzil