Music

The easiest way to go about this is simply to refer anyone interested to my SoundCloud page. There are 124 tracks there of music ranging from full orchestra to small wind and string groups, orchestra and chorus, and big band. So, here is the URL:

https://soundcloud.com/user-379760088

It's all free to listen to. Please enjoy!

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Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Songs of Earth - Landscapes
"Hi Liz -
Thanks for listening!
Yes, my focus now is our natural world using the tonal colors of the orchestra to "paint" a picture, hopefully in the listener's mind. Modulations in these pieces are limited, as I focus primarily on sound and the…"
Jul 3
Ken Lindner replied to Liz Atems's discussion Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 2b (Sinfonia Solenne)
"Hi Liz -
This is Ken Lindner. I like your piece - I think it's one of the better things I have heard on this site.
Thank you for writing for orchestra. It is much more interesting, I think, to compose using an orchestra, as the play of different…"
Jul 2
Ken Lindner posted a discussion
Hello Folks -This is Ken Lindner. I've been quiet on this site for a good while; I've been busy.I've been working a new summer project since May that I'm calling Songs of Earth. It is planned to eventually be a 12 section work (four landscapes, four…
Jun 26
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Concert Piece for 4 Trombones and Orchestra
"Hello David -
I'm glad you enjoyed the Concert Piece for 4 Trombones. I'm looking into the possibility of a new source of sampled sounds compatible with my notation program Notion. Any suggestions? I have checked out some other sources and so far…"
Mar 13
Ken Lindner posted a discussion
After having posted the Trumpet Sonata, I thought I'd post a piece written for my chosen instrument - the trombone - in my case, bass trombone.Taking inspiration from R. Schumann's Concert Piece for 4 French Horns, (rarely performed because of its…
Mar 9
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Sonata for Trumpet and Organ - seeking comment
"Thanks David! I will check them out.
Ken
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Mar 5
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Sonata for Trumpet and Organ - seeking comment
"Hi David -
Your response gives me hope.
I am not aware of the resources you mention. I suppose I could do an internet search and find something, but if you know of well regarded sources, I'd be glad to check them out, rather than "cold calling" and…"
Mar 5
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Sonata for Trumpet and Organ - seeking comment
"Hi David -
It pleases me to hear that you enjoy the Trumpet Sonata!
Tell you what, as soon as I win the lottery, I intend to hire an orchestra, organist, with trumpets and all, and throw a gala concert to introduce my music to a larger audience. All…"
Mar 4
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Sonata for Trumpet and Organ - seeking comment
"Hi David -
Thanks for listening. I'm glad you enjoyed it!
When I set out to write this, I wanted to write something idiomatic of the trumpet. The second movement is a little out of character, but all the brass family is capable of a singing style,…"
Feb 29
Ken Lindner posted a discussion
This is a piece written and dedicated to my roommate at the Oberlin Conservatory, Rick Pressley. Rick spent his professional career as the Seattle Symphony's co-principal trumpet. He did perform this piece and did a great job, but the performance…
Feb 28
Ken Lindner replied to John Driscoll's discussion Songs for Departing - FEEDBACK REQUESTED
"John -
Gosh, no. I do not think I did hear the human singer version. Where may I find it?
Ken
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Feb 20
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Just for listening enjoyment: Under Sail
"I can only imagine...this is why our website remains as is.
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Feb 19
Ken Lindner replied to John Driscoll's discussion Songs for Departing - FEEDBACK REQUESTED
"Hello John -
I really like this! I am a great admirer of the bass clarinet and wonder if you play the instrument itself, as you seem to have a great understanding of its technique and emotional potential. I am looking forward to hearing this with…"
Feb 18
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Just for listening enjoyment: Under Sail
"Rowy -
What a blessing to have a friend who is a web developer! My wife and I still have our website up from our former profession, (raising 100% grass fed American Bison and selling the meat), but it is old now and needs updating, (like telling…"
Feb 18
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Just for listening enjoyment: Under Sail
"Hello Kristofer -
Thanks for the info. I did create a playlist using the tab and the yellow font direction. I only see four playlists shown on the playlist page. Where are the rest of them to be found? Can they be seen like the first four? If so,…"
Feb 17
Ken Lindner replied to Ken Lindner's discussion Just for listening enjoyment: Under Sail
"Hi Jon -
I agree. I spent most of my life listening to music with speakers in a moderately live room, and would love to still be doing that! (And listening to it at naturally full orchestral volume when appropriate.) Now, however, the neighbors…"
Feb 16
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Bio

I am a graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, (1971), in bass trombone and education.

I taught in the NY state public schools for several years, (grades 4 - 12 instrumental music), after which made a career in high-tech. Industries (computers, medical devices), working in Quality Assurance and Reliability Engineering for various corporations including Digital Equipment and Intel. All the while I continued to perform bass trombone and tuba in "B" orchestras, bands and brass ensembles, anywhere rehearsals were evenings or on weekends.

After retirement from the corporate world, my wife Kathy and I raised 100% grass fed American Bison on our CA ranch and sold the meat in Los Angeles farmers markets for 15 years.

My composing is self-taught. I began to compose in the early 1980s and continue to the present. My approach to composition is as Debussy described: "There is no theory, all you need do is listen. Pleasure is the law." I write what I hear and what I like.

My music is mostly tonal and driven by forward motion. I like a good melody and enjoy orchestration.

 

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  • Hello Kristofer - I assume this is where I respond to your welcome. Thanks, I appreciate it! I'm looking forward to sharing with other composers.
  • Welcome to the forum, Ken.
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