New audio sample: Right Here Now v2.0
Michael Logue and I have put in some more hours on Right Here Now, the track we are submitting at the end of this month for the Lilith Fair Contest on OurStage.com. Give this new version of Right Here Now a listen and let us know your thoughts here on my blog. Last time we posted a sample, we got some great, practical feedback from Barry Friedman (shorten the intro.) and Julie Maria Madrona (less reverb on the vocals). Thanks for listening and sharing the production process with us! Here is the new sample of Right Here Now (version 2):
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This MP3 is also available for download by being on/joining my email list. Enjoy! – Catherine and Michael
New Song Sample: You Are Loved
Here is my first attempt at making music for all you dancers out there…
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Special thanks to Michael Logue for guidance with some of the more advanced aspects of audio engineering!
New song sample: Crossing Over
I’ve been working on a song I wrote back in 1999 shortly before I moved to California called “Crossing Over.” Here is a short sample (it’s still rough!):
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Lyrics to “Nothing’s Wrong” by Catherine Scholz
Nothing’s Wrong
Music and lyrics by Catherine Scholz
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right.
I think I’ll sleep on the floor tonight.
In the dark, there is a place
where a labyrinth was once a maze
where dreams were born and dreams have died
I lay me down to sleep tonight.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
Good night.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
I think I’ll sleep with the stars tonight.
In stellar arms, in Love’s embrace,
I’ve got the moon to stroke my face.
I know I’ll find another rhyme
and some peace for this heart of mine.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
Good night.
(optional 3rd verse)
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
I think I’ll sleep with this song tonight.
This tender heart wears no disguise,
and thankfully, Love never dies.
Like the sun, when on the rise,
I will return to the open skies.
Nothing’s wrong,
nothing’s right,
Good night.
Lyrics to “Pearl” by Catherine Scholz
Pearl
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
So you’ve added up the figures
and counted all the costs.
but a shade of memory lingers
as the dew becomes the frost…
A love of no undoing
has caught you in its web.
Would you like to keep on crashing
Or brave the waves instead?
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl – I’ll be standing by the sea
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl -Meet me in D.C.
Now it’s time to make some choices,
pick your heart up from the floor,
put the sordid past behind you,
chase those ghosts back from your door.
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl – I’ll be standing by the sea
You’re a pearl – I will meet you by the ocean
You’re a pearl -Meet me in D.C.
Lyrics to “Butterfly” by Catherine Scholz
Butterfly
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
Up above the city lights,
far beyond the rain.
I caress the sky.
This is how I fly.
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
There’s no peace like I feel inside,
I’m far beyond the pain.
My love fills up the sky.
This is how I fly.
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
Through the struggle I fight.
But look how much I’ve gained.
Don’t have to know why.
This is how I fly.
I am a butterfly
sailing on the wings of night.
This is how I fly.
Lyrics to “How does it Feel” by Catherine Scholz
How Does it Feel?
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
How does it feel to be whole?
How does it feel to be whole?
To stop the world just to listen to your soul,
becoming whole.
How does it feel to be found?
How does it feel to be found?
Walking alone or just standing on the ground,
you will be found.
(instrumental)
How does it feel to be you?
How does it feel to be you?
There is nothing in this world I would not do,
my friend, for you.
How does it feel to be free?
How does it feel to be free?
Wish you were here standing right in front of me,
feeling free.
(instrumental)
Lyrics to “Cactus Flower” by Catherine Scholz
Cactus Flower
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
Honey, I’m just sittin’ here thinkin’ on you.
Funny, I wasn’t expecting to feel so blue.
But darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Now when I said I love you, I did not lie.
Did you mean it when you said goodbye?
Honey, I’d be so tickled if you’d knock on my door.
Funny, I guess I’m not your sweetheart anymore.
But darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Now when I said I love you, I did not lie.
Did you mean it when you said goodbye?
(instrumental verse)
Honey, you’re shoulder’s colder than the Brainerd snow.
Funny, I never thought I’d have to let you go.
Cuz darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Now when I said I love you, I did not lie.
Did you mean it when you said goodbye?
Now honey, I’m not fixin’ on someone new.
Funny, all I’m thinkin’ ’bout is loving you.
Cuz darlin’ you’ve got me eatin’ from the palm of your hand.
I’m just pinin’ like a cactus flower in the desert sand.
Lyrics to “Movin’ On” by Catherine Scholz
Movin’ On
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
Rain is falling, I’m movin’ on.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Placed my heart into your hands.
Oh my soul, it understands.
You came to me quickly.
You caught me mid-air.
You loved me so neatly.
And now you’re not here to see me fly.
Rain is falling, I’m movin’ on.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Love is all around.
Oh my soul, should know by now.
You came to me quickly.
You caught me mid-air.
You loved me so neatly.
And now you’re not here to see me fly.
Rain is falling, I’m movin’ on.
Oh my soul, the time has come.
Love is all around.
Oh my soul, should know by now.
Oh my soul, should know by now.
Lyrics to “Last Long, Blue Day” by Catherine Scholz
Last Long, Blue Day
Lyrics and music by Catherine Scholz
Last long, blue day.
Last longer than damp night.
Last longer than human promise.
Last a long time…
And If I could change your mind
I’d buy you a little time and
Find you a peaceful place inside
To unwind.
Shake hard, blue sky.
Shake harder than shame.
Shake the blues right out of yourself.
Shake harder.
If I could change your mind
I’d buy you a little time and
Find you a peaceful place inside
To unwind.
Lyrics to “Just Not Like Her”
Just Not Like Her
Lyrics and music by Catherine ScholzSome say she rations her kisses.
Some say she’s selling the lot.
Some say she’s smoking the smidgens of something she simply is not.
Come drink from her wineglass of wishes.
Maybe she’ll give you a shot.
‘Cause brother, you’re just standing witness.
Remember the love that you’ve got.
You see, this is her reckless memory of kisses and sweetness and wine.
Some say that she’s pining for penance,
dropping light-years down endless heart-mines.
But silence is all she requires for dancing and diving within.
So no one can make her a promise.
No one can do that again.
Can love track her down in the darkness?
She bids love to wring out the red.
Can lovers reshape the old treasons that run like the wind through her head?
She’s never been quite so forsaken.
She’s never been quite so unsure.
Her soul has not been quite this shaken.
She’s never allowed this before.
And it’s just not like her to be waiting around,
Standing alone with her feet on the ground.
No, it’s just not like her to be humble and free,
Hungry for humor and mystery.
Please come to her garden of wishes
and maybe she’ll give you a plot.
‘Cause brother you’re just standing witness.
Remember the love that you’ve got.
What listeners say about the music of Catherine Scholz…
What listeners have said about the music of Catherine Scholz…
“It is rare an artist comes along… where their music, their lyrics, dive deep through to your soul. Catherine Scholz is one of those artists…” – Linda Savitz
{Her}…music evokes so much emotion and beauty…” – Elisa Parker, KVMR DJ
“Cool, but not detached; passionate, but not preachy; intelligent, but not smarter-than-thou stylish alt-folk… informed alternately by Shawn Colvin’s eye for detail, Joni Mitchell’s ear for melody and a rootsy, homespun feel. The purity of her lullaby voice is framed by tasteful, understated playing and the overall effect is like a warm bed on a summer Sunday…” – Paul in the UK
“Warm, beautiful, straight to the heart…” -Barbara Tanksley
“There is something about Catherine’s music that seems to break down barriers… Her voice has a rich, real presence and friendliness… it’s also that her songs are as forthright and guileless as they are absorbing and alluring. This music may surprise you in how it opens you up. Listen… and see if you connect with this artist. You don’t have to try very hard. You don’t have to try at all.” – Bob Villwock
“Full body deep meaningful, yet soft and gentle, while being soothing and easy to listen to… pleasure and bliss…” – Sunwolf
“Reminiscent of the great folk singers that I grew up with, Catherine’s new CD is filled with heartfelt, emotionally provocative lyrics… With every listen, the songs keep taking me deeper toward a joyous, peaceful state of being…” – Tom Gill
“…Catherine’s songs communicate deep emotion characteristic of a woman searching for the maturing parts of herself. Love, loss, and meaning are presented in a pastiche that is true and irresistible. Her music speaks to all of mankind with gentleness and truth.” – MaryAnn Ferolo
Visit catherinesmusic.com to listen, for photos, video, interviews and more.
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