Acoustic tibute to an amazing woman.

  • Thread starter Thread starter Lopp
  • Start date Start date
Lopp

Lopp

New member
Hey all. I wrote, performed and recorded this acoustic song Monday night. It is a tribute to my grandmother/godmother who has been battling cancer for the past year. After putting up a fearless fight, cancer is finally getting the best of her. I was able to see and speak with her Sunday night at the hospital. After her last grandchild visited her on Monday, she became painfully ill Tuesday morning and has been sedated pretty much ever since. Unfortunately, she was not able to consciously respond to the song when I played it for her Tuesday afternoon, but I hope it reached her subconscious to sooth her. She was a strong woman and one of my most loyal supporters. It's crushing to lose her, but I hope she achieves peace.

Eh. I ramble.

The song comprises acoustic rhythm guitar with a melody acoustic guitar. Any comments are welcome.

http://www.nowhereradio.com/artists/4/1213/singles.shtml


Matt
 
Well done.

Nice tune, Lopp. A very pretty 2 or 3 guitar piece. How did you play this for your grandma in the hospital?

Your song reminded me of just what it is I love about music. It expresses everything, and can be inspired by every emotion: playfullnes, anger, rudeness, kindness, joy, and sorrow.

Just 9 months ago my wife's father was killed in a trucking accident. It was a great shock to the family (he was only 53), and we are still sorting through the residual emotions. I wrote him a song too. Funny, it's completely different from yours. Same basic emotion, two totally different expressions.

Man, I love music.

Aaron
http://www.aaroncheney.com

p.s.: in case you're interested, the song I wrote is called "Live This Day". Go here: http://artists.mp3s.com/artists/213/aaron_cheney.html
 
beautiful tune... I know how you feel..... I'll just say, that was an excellent tribute..........I'm sure you achieved your goal...

great job!


B
 
I don't think I can say it any better than Sabbath. Bravo for you and your grandmother.
 
Very Nice

I really like accoustic songs and this was just lovely. The solo guitar was well played too

Kind regards

Erland
 
Aaron:

We set up a CD diskman with desktop PC speakers. It worked out great because it allowed us to play other CDs. Music really warmed up the hospital environment.

I can't wait to check out your song to hear your different expressions. (On a dial-up right now, I might have to wait until tomorrow at work). You're right about music. I hadn't written or recorded anything new for a while. Probably because of a lack of inspiration. Suddenly, I layed this one down in one night. It was especially inspired because I have never written anything on acoustic before. ;)

Sabbath and Mixmkr:

Thanks for the positive comments. Man, the people on this board are great! :)




Update: My grandmother passed away last night. She is now free from her pain. Also, everyone who had come to the hospital and heard the song loved it and usually shed a tear listening to it. I've heard we may incorporate it into the funeral service.

Thanks to everyone for listening.


Matt
 
Beautiful...just beautiful

I can't imagine a sweeter piece.

and I can't imagine a better tribute to someone you love.

Be well..

Peace...

PC
 
there's nothing i like better than a self indulgence...
but nice song
 
Excellent. I think it sounds great... your grandmother is surely smiling down upon you.

Great tune, Lopp.
 
Great creative piece. Almost sounds Irish. Brought a tear to my eye while listening to it and thinking about your grandmother. Peace, Bro.
 
Jeptha:

Irish? Interesting. I don't listen to acoustic much, so I didn't know how to categorize it. Now I have more of a clue. ;) It moves me to know you were moved by the piece. :)

Thanks for the listen and the kind words.
 
Aaron:

I am listening to "Live This Day." You're right, same motivation, different expression. I like the reggae flavor and the nice wah work. Good overall mix. My 9-month-late condolances on your father-in-law.

Matt
 
Directly from your heart. Good job my friend.
 
Back
Top