Tag Archives: music

To A Friend Who Is Going Through Tough Times

A friend who is going through tough times recently wrote something along the lines that she needed to get out into nature. Dear friend: I wrote the lyric for the song linked above, and Kevin Harris wrote the music. I’m … Continue reading

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Songwriting Update

I think it has been quite awhile since I provided an update to you regarding my songwriting. It is so much faster and cheaper for me to create and share poems that I focus much of my creative time writing … Continue reading

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Two Talented Teenagers “Let It Be”

What do you get when you combine two talented teenagers who are obviously having a lot of fun with the Beatles’ “Let It Be”? Whatever it is, I’ll bet it makes you smile and lifts your spirit! Love, Russ

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The Harmonica Man

He’s 77 years old, has had 10 heart surgeries, quit taking all 15 of the medicines he was given, and then he decided to make a difference in the world for thousands of children. You’ll be amazed at what he … Continue reading

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The Great Gift I Got This Morning

Natures Symphony-Final Mix I belong to a men’s group. About 50 of us meet once a month in a park with big grassy areas, various elevations, and a lot of redwoods. Long-time readers know that I love redwoods. At our … Continue reading

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“Nature’s Symphony” Is Finally Available For Sale

First off, a reminder for everyone: Please remember that you can hear my songs for free as often as you want by going to the “Songs I’ve Written or Co-Written” category in this blog. But for those who quite awhile … Continue reading

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Natural Meditation

If you could use a break and/or admire wildlife of the furry and feathered variety, I believe you’ll enjoy this short video as much as I did. http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=BUOQ_yPW_0s Russ P.S. You might also enjoy a song I co-wrote called “Nature’s … Continue reading

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People and Trash Making Beautiful Music Together

Someone is taking trash and making it into musical instruments that poor children are using to play beautiful music together. Another example where creative and caring people are creating solutions that are making the world a better place for everyone. … Continue reading

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Nature’s Symphony Cover Art and Song

Cover art has finally been created for “Nature’s Symphony”. The photo was taken by a friend of mine named Peter Johnson. I’ve included the song too, for those who haven’t yet heard it or would like to hear it again. … Continue reading

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Earth’s Music

“The Earth has music for those who listen.” –Wm Shakespeare From the rhythm of ocean waves To the dance by sun and moon Everything has a cadence If we listen for its tune. –Russ Towne

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