Music

Sam Kohler New Music Ensemble

Leave a Comment / Creative Process, Music / Kate Kohler

My nephew, Sam, is pretty amazing. He’s been composing since he was 12 or 13 (he’ll turn 18 this summer) and continues to be inspired by music. He started an ensemble dedicated to new music, and he’s raising money to do a recording with that ensemble. The recording will include pieces by Sam, pieces by my brother Leonard Read Kohler and one by a friend of ours, Jamie Koffler.

Please, help with donations! And share this project with everyone who might be interested.

Listen to Sam and the New Music Ensemble’s music if you haven’t already!

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Relax!

Music, Piano / Kate Kohler

A few years back (2008-2009), I made 3 albums of relaxing, beautiful solo piano music. The series is called Lullabies for Grownups. I was inspired to write this music for my acupuncturist, Mary Bertagnolli, in Bozeman, MT, who changed my life for the better in a number of ways. Now, you can buy the digital download directly from me! $10 an album or $30 for all three!

Album
Lullabies for Grownups ~ Clouds
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Lullabies for Grownups ~ Stars
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Lullabies for Grownups ~ The Moon
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Sample from The Moon ~ Mare Tranquillitatis

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My Funny Valentine

Leave a Comment / Holidays, Jazz, Music, Musings, Piano, Vocal, YouTube video / Kate Kohler

021414 For me, Valentine’s Day wasn’t ever really about romantic relationships. In my first family we celebrated our family. I got cards and candy for and from my brothers and my parents. I’m pretty sure it was my father’s favorite holiday. He loved to give funny cards and share candy and laughter. I remember my brother’s trying to outdo each other with the size and humorousness of their cards. I loved it, too!

Our cultural messages surrounding Valentine’s Day seem to be those of having a lover or a spouse. I guess I never got that memo, because I still prefer sharing the love with ALL of my loved ones, and I’m grateful for that.

Thanks, Dad! Happy Valentine’s Day!