This is a first rough recording of 5 4 3 5 3 4 5 which is an instrumental composition for a plucked string ensemble of mandolins, acoustic lap steel guitar, tenor guitar and Irish bouzouki. I couldn’t think of a title so I went with a simplification of the time signature structure (the 4 is actually probably 8 made up of 3, 3 2).
Category: Music
Music and lyrics by Andrew Charman-Williams and Spiral Net
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Winter’s Touch
Winter’s Touch is an instrumental piece by Andrew Charman-Williams played on a tenor guitar by Peter Coombe (GDAE tuning). First recording of a brand new piece – I did think about layering it with a few more instruments but at the moment I like it stripped back to just the two tenor guitar parts.
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Morning Light
Morning Light is an instrumental for high G ukulele.
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Banjo Hornpipe
A tune by me without a proper name at the moment on tenor banjo with fretless nylon banjo and acoustic bass accompaniment. A few wrong notes but maybe if I ever record it again I’ll get them right. It’s a three two tune which were often called hornpipes (or triple hornpipes to distinguish them from other hornpipes in 4 or 2).
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Walking Not Running lyrics
Version 1
Walking, not running,
Through the tapestry of twilight hues,
Where shadows dance on the edge of day,
And the world breathes in a quiet sigh.No hurried pace, no frantic steps,
Just the rhythm of a heart at ease,
In sync with the whispers of the wind,
A gentle cadence, a slow release.The path unfolds beneath my feet,
A mosaic of earth and fallen leaves,
Each step a story etched in the soil,
Tales of journeys, both near and far.The sun, a fading ember in the sky,
Paints the horizon in strokes of amber and gold,
A masterpiece of the closing day,
A palette of dreams, untold.I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.Not a race against the hands of the clock,
But a communion with the silence,
Where the rustle of leaves and the song of birds,
Compose a symphony of tranquil compliance.A mindful saunter through the sacred,
A meditation in the art of being,
In the slowing down, I find the essence,
Of a journey that transcends mere seeing.So, I walk, not run,
Along the path of quiet contemplation,
Embracing the serenity of each step,
In the hush of the world’s meditation.Version 2
(Verse 1)
Walking, not running,
In the twilight’s gentle glow,
Where shadows waltz on the horizon,
And the world breathes soft and slow.No hurried pace, no frantic steps,
Just the rhythm of a heart at ease,
In tune with the whispers of the breeze,
A melody of tranquility, a sweet release.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Verse 2)
The sun, a fading ember in the sky,
Paints the evening in hues untold,
A masterpiece of the closing day,
A palette of dreams, a story to unfold.Each step, a tale etched in the soil,
A journey written in the falling leaves,
I walk the path of quiet reverie,
Where the heart finds solace, believes.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Bridge)
Not a race against the hands of the clock,
But a communion with the silence,
Where the rustle of leaves and the song of birds,
Compose a symphony of tranquil compliance.(Verse 3)
A mindful saunter through the sacred,
A meditation in the art of being,
In the slowing down, I find the essence,
Of a journey that transcends mere seeing.(Chorus)
I tread upon the canvas of nature,
Feeling the earth beneath my soles,
Connected to the pulse of the land,
In this moment, where time strolls.(Outro)
So, I walk, not run,
Along the path of quiet contemplation,
Embracing the serenity of each step,
In the hush of the world’s meditation.Version 3
Walking, not running, through the quiet streets,
Where echoes of footsteps blend with the heartbeat.
Underneath the city lights, a nocturnal ballet,
In the moonlit shadows, I find my own way.No rush, no race against the ticking hands,
Just a stroll through a world where time expands.
Street lamps flicker, casting a gentle glow,
As I weave through the city, letting thoughts flow.The pavement beneath, a textured story unfolds,
Each crack and cobblestone, tales of lives it holds.
I’m a wanderer in the urban twilight,
A poet in the symphony of the city’s night.Neon signs whisper secrets in electric hues,
As I navigate the city’s labyrinth, wearing midnight shoes.
A steady rhythm of footsteps on the pavement,
In the stillness of the night, a silent engagement.Walking, not running, through the city’s embrace,
Discovering beauty in each forgotten space.
A slow dance with the urban serenade,
In the quietude, my worries begin to fade.Gentle winds carry fragments of distant sounds,
As I stroll through the quiet streets, unbound.
Reflections in windows, a transient mirage,
In this nocturnal reverie, I’m the sole voyage.The city sleeps, but my steps are wide awake,
In the hushed alleys, dreams and reality intertwine.
Walking, not running, through the city’s heart,
A nocturnal explorer, making art from the sublime.Version 4
Walking, not running,
Beneath the silvered veil of night,
Where the moon whispers secrets,
And stars paint the canvas of quiet delight.No hurried strides, no racing beats,
Just the cadence of a thoughtful gait,
In step with the nocturnal symphony,
A melody that transcends the hour late.The world, a silent observer,
As shadows play on the moonlit ground,
A ballet of contrasts, light and dark,
In the stillness, a tranquility profound.Step by step, the journey unfolds,
A pilgrimage under the celestial dome,
Each footfall a note in the cosmic score,
A serenade to the universe, a quiet poem.Through realms where time takes a pause,
And the night sky cradles the wandering soul,
I walk, not run, in the hallowed quiet,
A voyage where introspection takes control.No destination set in stone,
Just the path of quiet exploration,
As the night embraces with open arms,
A sanctuary found in the art of contemplation.Walking, not running,
In the hush of midnight’s embrace,
Where the world sleeps, and dreams unfurl,
I find solace in the unhurried pace. -
Lost Without You lyrics
The morning light creeps in
As I lie here in my bed
My thoughts drift back to you
And all the things we said
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
The days are long the nights are cold
My heart is heavy my soul is old
I wander through the streets alone
Wishing you were here to guide me home
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
I know that I’ve made mistakes
And I’ve caused you so much pain
But if you could find it in your heart
To come back to me we could start again
Oh my love where have you gone
I’m lost without you can’t carry on
I long to hear your voice again
To feel your touch to ease this pain
So I’ll wait for you my love
And hope that you’ll return
Until then I’ll sing this song
And let my heart yearn -
Weight of the World lyrics
Verse 1
I’m sitting here with my guitar
Strumming chords in the dark
Trying to find the words to say
All the things that are in my heart
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Verse 2
There’s a pain that runs so deep
It keeps me up at night
And I’m afraid if I don’t let it out
It’ll consume me from inside
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Bridge
So I pour my heart out through these strings
Hoping that someone out there feels the same
And maybe we can find a way
To make it through another day
Chorus
Cause I can feel the weight of the world
Pressing down on me
And all I wanna do is find a way
To set my soul free
Outro
I’ll keep playing this guitar
Until I find the peace I seek
And maybe one day I’ll look back
And see how far I’ve come from where I used to be -
Chance to Breathe lyrics
Version 1
Verse 1
Finally alone, a chance to breathe
Time to relax and find my peaceChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVerse 2
The quiet fills me, no need to rush
This moment’s mine, no one to pushChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVerse 3
Gather my strength, prepare to go
Grateful for this time aloneChorus
Take a breath, refresh my soul
Time to relax and be aloneVersion 2
Verse 1
Finally alone, a chance to breathe
To take a moment and take in my peace
Let go of all my worries, no need to grieve
This is the time I’ve been longing to receiveChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energyVerse 2
No need to rush, I’m taking my time
Letting go of all the things on my mind
My worries feel so far away
Now I can find some peace and stayChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energyBridge
This is the time to just relax
Let go of all the stress and take a break
The peace that I’m feeling is so sweet
Letting go of all the burdens I have to meetChorus
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy
A chance to breathe, a chance to just be
Enjoy the peace and regain my energy