Songs From the Past by John C.

Wow, it’s been a long time since I did this. Both songs were done live on a Technics keyboards.
In this world was done on a Kn7000 about 12 years ago in my studio. Quiet Nights was done about 18 years ago on a Kn2000. It has variations on the theme and changes in tempo and style.

John C.

Thank you for sharing ...... Will you be posting songs recorded on the new kn7000 also?

John...
I'm Glad There Is You --- First time I've heard you sing an entire song..... Wow.... Excellent, topped off with tasty playing.
And...nice twist on Quiet Nights.
Thanks for posting.
Eddie

Quiet nights is the one I listened to. Very, very nice, John.

John's rendition...did you notice how he "worked" the rhythms. If I'm correct, his first variation change was at 1:35 and then he went on to break up the song with different rhythms. And absolute excellent, tasty use of the "fills" (I call them drum breaks).

So many players just leave the drum track running and focus on playing the melody. John's versatile use of the rhythm track put life into this tune. It kept my interest going right up to the end.

John, That was really a treat. You sounded really good. Nice vocals and tasty instrumental solos. I will have to dig up your CD's you sent me a number of years ago so I can enjoy listening to you more.

Scott

Wow John, I never heard you sing. Great job.
Bernie

John,

I echo all the comments here! Both were a treat that’s for sure.

MY Goodness John You have been holding back on Us!...Beautiful My FRIEND...You have so much talent....Can't wait for K7000 listings coming....Sincerely Harold

I agree Harold,....like you hope it's soon also.
It's what we do now that really counts.
This way we can compare the KN7000 to today's models....
should be interesting.

Excellent my friend! Thanks for sharing. I have good memories of the Technics as well.

Beautiful job John!

Very smooth..thoroughly enjoyed it.

Excellent recordings,I doubt if any of todays arrangers would
sound better.

John ... BRAVO ... as Harold said you've been holding out on us ... classic singing voice ... please stop being shy and get in front of the mic some more ...

And you make the Kn series SHINE .. I'm going to have to get in front of my Kn6000 more often ...

Do you play "Green Dolphin Street" ? ... I used to love the change in styles from Latin to Swing in that tune ... haven't played it in far too long a time ...

Donny, getting the Kn7000 set up is one heck of a job, I’ve forgotten so much.

Every time I come to a new challenge I have to smile, because I’ve been there before. (smile)

John C.

John can you just load settings from previous kn7000 kb.

Tony, I do play Green Dolphin Street, its one of my favorites. The more learn about you Tony, the more I feel we have the same appreciation in our music.

Keep post your music its good, John C.

Donny, when I sold my last Kn7000 I gave all of my settings, I never thought I would buy another one.
My throat is dry from years of flux, and my Parkinson’s is affecting my hands., but I went back to my piano to get some strength back to my hands. But all is not lost, the bright side is that my shaking hands are good for scrambling eggs in the morning, and holding my hair dryer. (smile)

I will be recording very soon, no giving up here.
John C.

Guys, thank you for all your nice comments, they’re very much appreciated.

John C.

Parkinson's claimed my father, and I'm starting to see signs. Do you believe playing helps or intensifies tremors?

Sparky, I came down with Parkinson about two years ago. Two weeks ago, I found a support group, a good place for information. The leader said that if I could give one pill to help fight Parkinson, it would be a pill filled with exercise and movement, it is by far the best.

I try to get to the gym about 5 days a week. On those days I shake less and sleep better. I am going to see a movement specialist this week. I let you know if I found something of value.

John C.

Two kindred ol' souls with a love for good music ...

john, very nice renditions, i liked how you threw in a little bit of "gentle rain" into "quiet nights"

after hearing the vocal, i wished that you sung on "quiet nights" too.

i appreciate your talents, and hope to hear more.

Ah, yes, Paul ... I meant to mention that also ... I love it when little quotes from other songs are put into a performance ...