Some trials for an upcoming performance in LA

'Fantasy of Heat' photos

I just returned from a drive up California's eastern highway 395....from Yosemite, Mono Lake, then a detour through Lava Beds National Monument and onward to Bend, OR where a spectacular storm filled the sky at our backs with arcs and shaggy vertical bolts of lightning.  Back in Portland, the heatwave persists and tonight I took some photos inspired by the soaring temperatures and blaring sun....

Apparitions from Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden

Yesterday a great storm hit the neighborhood.  Here's what showed up in the aftermath.....

"Characters at the Water Margin" CD released on Unfathomless

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Performance with Matt Hannafin at the Improvisation Summit of Portland

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Sound for 'Crane and Tortoise'

I recently did sound design, including original and manipulated traditional music as well as effects, for a video version of a Chinese puppet show.  It was directed by my friend Matty Sidle for Henson Studios.  A sweet and moody piece in keeping with the traditional Chinese fable.
Here's an excerpt:

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"Healers" available on Bandcamp

This one has been sitting around for much too long, so here it is.....

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