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During an interview with Krysta Gibson, David talks about his new album The Turning of the Year, his creative process for a new song, and how he discovered he could write music.
His entire life, Arkenstone has been inspired by the beauty and the transformation that occurs during the fall of each year. In a celebration of the season – and in line with this transformative new period in Arkenstone’s musical career – The Turning Of The Year was released on Green Hill Productions just in time for the fall of 2020. The album clearly evokes the power of autumn, from the flurries of strings moving throughout “Riding On Wings Of Mercy” to the evocative “Dying Of The Light.”
As fall is a time of change, album listeners are reminded of the glorious movement and ever-changing nature of life as viewed through the seasons in “Remembrance Of A Leaf” and “Winter Is Coming.”While The Turning of The Year marks the sadness that comes with endings in “The Last Rays Of The Golden Afternoon,” Arkenstone also offers light, healing, and hope. “Butterflies” is a joyous celebration of metamorphosis, while “We Are Free When Heavens Fall Away” offers calming optimism during a time when people need it most. “It’s been exciting working with The California String Quartet (Project:CSQ), as they brought my music to life,” says Arkenstone.
With four Grammy nominations, twenty Billboard hits, and millions of fans worldwide, David Arkenstone has established himself as one of the foremost instrumental musicians of our time. David Arkenstone has recorded more than 60 albums, has toured extensively including performances at New York’s Radio City Music Hall and the Hollywood Bowl, scored dozens of films and documentaries, is one of the elite World of Warcraft game score composers, and is known for his popular sports themes which include The Kentucky Derby, the Paralympics, and music for the Olympics which is used to this day.
David continues to create distinctive tracks that inspire the imagination. A musical storyteller, David is passionate about taking listeners on a journey, creating sonic tapestries that evoke every emotion. “I envision a place where I would like to go, or an adventure I would like to take, and let my imagination run free,” says David. “I’ve gotten countless messages from listeners who love to take these journeys with me. I’m sometimes surprised by how powerfully people respond to my music.”
David enjoys touring and meeting his fans from around the world. “One of the most exciting things about performing live is the interaction I have with the audience. It’s very different than making a recording, where you’re not sure who will be listening to it. A lot of the roots of our musicianship come into focus in a live situation. You’re in the moment, you perform your best, and many times reach new heights – then it’s gone and on to the next one!”David loves to travel and enjoys photographing the world. His recent trip to Iceland and parts of Europe will surely inspire new music.
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