Here’s Some Fun Things from Me to You
Hi! Thanks for joining me today. So, today I wanted to do something a little different. I created Moon Over the Trees to foster Community. Creativity. And Collaboration So, here’s some fun things from me to you:
I am so excited to share all of the exciting and fun things I have planned! I've been working really hard to bring you new podcasts and courses.
ALBUM RELEASE!!
I have an album release this October 30th! It's called, “The Infinite Ones” an album by King Khan. I’m super excited about this project! My friend Arish Khan, better known as King Khan, contacted me earlier this year just as lockdown had started. I'm playing harp on a few tracks with Arish and a few members of The Sun Ra Arkestra, Calexico, and other amazing musicians. A very cool jazz album influenced by Sun Ra, Marco Marconi, Alice Coltrane, and more. This meditative psychedelic jazz album is absolute magic. So thrilled beyond belief to be a part of this special project. Pre-order your gorgeous Aqua Blue and Bone with Black Splatter Vinyl. Official album release on October 30th!! This podcast’s theme music is one of the tracks off of the album, "A Hard Rain's Gotta Fall". (I play the percussion and harp on the track.)
Pre-Order your copy here: khannibalism.bandcamp.com/album/the-infinite-ones-2
THE BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE HARP COURSE
I’ve been getting so many requests for a beginner/Intermediate harp course and I’m excited to announce that it will be launching in October. In this six module harp course I’m going to show you how to become more confident in your musical abilities, learn songs to add to your repertoire, accompany your singing, and really enjoy playing. I’m going to walk you through everything from tuning your harp and proper posture and hand placement to learning songs by ear, basics on reading sheet music, and simple, but beautiful ways that you can use to accompany your singing.
I know learning a new instrument can be overwhelming. I’ve designed this course with bite sized lessons that will give you focus and make you feel like a rock star on the harp. By the end of the course you’ll have the tools to continue your harp journey with confidence and joy.
Send me a message on Facebook, Instagram @moonoverthetrees or on my website moonoverthetrees.com/contact
THE BLOG
New Blog posts are in the works as well to help out my fellow theatre professionals with navigating the world off stage and on the virtual stage. My next blog will give you some suggestions for shows and resources on the logistics of how to make your production a success.
Check out my wealth of resources below to inspire you. I really love that you are joining me on this ride of Collaboration. Creativity. and Community.
Dive into information to inspire you, your music, or theatrical projects, tips and tricks for planning shows, inspiration for your learning and teaching and more…
THE SHOP
I also have new shop items that will be rolling out in the next few months! Meditation packages that offer you music and other goodies to help you relax, super soft eco-friendly t-shirts with sayings to inspire, water bottles, candles, and journals along with some of my favorite things for every musician to help tired hands. Keep a look out for special offers and discounts that I'll send in my next newsletters. moonoverthetrees.com/contact
THE PODCAST
Be sure to check out past episodes of the podcast. The last episode is an interview with Swedish harper/piper, Erik Ask-Upmark. Upcoming podcast interviews include Bretton harper Tristan LeGov and Scottish harper/singer Corrina Hewat. I’m also just interviewed the amazing guitarists/songwriter: Deke Dickerson. Deke has a new book coming out on the Country Music legend, Merle Travis.
We also chatted about his start on Norton Records with his band, Untamed Youth. We talk about his new book on Merle Travis that is coming out this Spring, along with how his work to keep American roots music alive. We’ll also chat about the music he’s written for different films and his albums and shows.
I’ll also be interviewing Detroit musician Eddie Baranek this month. Some of you may know him from his band, The Sights. Eddie is An accomplished musician and songwriter, who toured all over the US and Europe. He was also nominated for an Emmy in 2011 as songwriter for the theme of PBS/s Under The Radar Michigan and was also the Michigan Notable Book Award recipient in 2014 for, Taken Alive: The Sights’ Rock and Roll Tour Diary. Here’s a clip from his newest band, The Scrappers:
I’ve got loads of other surprises in store for all of you! Drop me a line if there’s anyone you’d like to hear me interview. Please keep in touch! info@moonoverthetrees.com, IG @moonoverthetrees or moonoverthetrees.com/contact