It’s April, which means Spring is fully here, and I am leaning into these longer days with joy and deep breaths. There are new releases and an SATB premiere to share with you this month.
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Here’s to a March filled with rainy days, unexpected sunshine, and the quiet joys that make Spring my favorite season. Lots to share with you this month - new music releasing (including my full album of covers!) upcoming shows and more. But first of all, THANK YOU. For your connection to me and my work, and for your interest in music!
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There's a lot to share with you this month... new song releases, a live radio show coming up and more... But before I get into all that, I’m thrilled to announce some big news: my composition "Racing the Moon" for SATB/Piano has won two composition contests—one with the Houston Choral Society and another with the Magnolia Chorale!
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As 2024 drew to a close, I took some time to reflect on the year gone by, and I’m filled with deep gratitude for every choir that ordered my choral scores. It’s truly heartwarming to know that my music has reached choirs across the USA—and even all the way to Switzerland!
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Last month, I had the chance to do some hiking in the San Juan Islands and spend time there with my dear friend Morten Lauridsen (Skip). He is a world-renowned choral composer, and spending time with him is always a huge inspiration. His generous spirit, stories and encouragement lifted me up, the island air nourished my soul, and I left with a renewed sense of creativity.
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Many of you have shared with me about how my Lucente Skye album Discovering Peace is helping you with anxiety, stress and sadness. Keep on listening, it's here for you. My big news to share this month - the launch of the next Lucente Skye album, Oregon Landscapes. The first song, "Moraine Lake," released on streaming platforms today, Friday, November 8!
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I have been savoring these golden days of autumn, loving the crisp mornings, blue skies and warm afternoons. I hiked last month from Crested Butte to Aspen in Colorado, and the leaf colors were astounding. There are some exciting things to share with you this month, and first up is a BRAND NEW SATB/PIANO CHORAL SCORE!
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There is so much to share with you! To kick things off... how about a replay of a live radio interview I did last week with Christa Wessel at All Classical Radio 89.9 FM...? This was part of their "Music Heals" fundraiser, and it was such a fun conversation.
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Just released TODAY, my first full-length Lucente Skye album "Discovering Peace." Lucente Skye is my artist name for solo piano songs, and I recorded all of the songs in my home studio on a Yamaha YUS5 with the felt engaged.
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I hope you are loving the longer days, sunshine and wildflowers. On the summer solstice I stayed outside as looooonnng as I could... and it was magical. Started the day with a row on the Willamette River, then went for a long walk, worked in my garden and lounged outside with a cool cider as the sky turned dark. Just released last Friday, my latest Lucente Skye song "Flow." Lucente Skye is my artist name for solo piano songs.
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The warmer and longer days are upon us and I am loving them! I hope you are well and finding ways to feed your spirit. I'm learning how to row on the Willamette River in the early mornings, and the fresh air and cool waters are so invigorating! Last month, what a treat to perform with the Portland Chamber Orchestra in the Reser Center.
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Last month all of the Lullaby Project singer-songwriters and Oregon Symphony musicians had our recording studio day for the new batch of lullabies we created this year with the parents at Path Home Family Shelter. It is always such a meaningful and gorgeous project, and I'm so grateful for it.
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I hope the sun is shining on you today! I am loving these longer days and all the flowers everywhere. I've got some fun things to share this month! Right out of the gate this week... a live radio show and a new Lucente Skye release. Plus, we’ve got one more She’s Speaking LIVE show left…April 20!
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Doing a deep dive into Nay’s News? Well, here ya go, dive into the archive! I’ve been at this newsletter thing for awhile….
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