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Dark Eyes

(Traditional) This is literally the first song I ever learned on guitar when I was ten years old. In fact, the reason I still play the piece in E minor (it is normally done in D minor) is because E minor is the original key I learned it in. The original Russian title of the song was “Ochi Chernye” which […]

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Makin’ Whoopee

Guitar, vocal, arrangement – ReynoldBass – Matt SenjemHarmony Flutes – Al Asmus I rarely record “cover songs.” I did cover this old chestnut because I wanted to create a sort of “chamber” arrangement that could “imply” a larger orchestration.Hope this brightens your week. Be well.Reyn https://youtu.be/FNxT41ScntE https://youtu.be/FNxT41ScntE

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Butterfly

(Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek 2003 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI) Guitar-ReynoldViolin-Gary SchulteAccordion-Patrick HarisonBass-Mike Zeleny There are several versions of this tune that I have recorded. This is probably the closest to the zeitgeist of the “French musette”. That is mainly due to the addition of violin and accordion. The normal waltz time (3/4) of the typical musette is offset here

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Neon City

Below is a link to a brand new tune I wrote and recorded called “Neon City.” The relaxed mood of this piece is probably welcome after this past year of anxiety. Headphones are nice for this one. Stay safe. “Neon City” (composed and performed by Reynold D.Philipsek 2021 copyright) Link: https://youtu.be/lkHyWv9Ohb8 https://youtu.be/lkHyWv9Ohb8

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July

(Composed and performed by Reynold D. Philipsek 2000 copyright Zino-Rephi Music BMI) Like more than a few of my better tunes, there are several recorded versions of this song. Some versions are small group, one version with strings and a solo version. This is the solo version. I thought a month when we’re going through frigid temps would be a

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Silesian Mist

(Composed by Reynold D. Philipsek copyright 2010 Zino-Rephi Music BMI)Guitar and mandolin-ReynoldBass-Matt SenjemPercussion-Michael Bissonnette  There are four recordings of this song. One with East Side, one solo guitar, one with Sidewalk Cafe and this one which is the original version of the song. Each of the versions has its own individual merits and all are available online (Apple Music, Youtube

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