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For Marion
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Submitted on: Mar 09, 2008 - 07:43:27 PM
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Description I’ve been married a long time, now, and we’ve been through many stages along the way (we’re currently in the newly-empty-nested stage). Staying married has required some serious growth (mostly on my part - I had a long way to come). Staying married has also brought a huge bonus: my life with Marion has opened important doors in me, and I have become more and more able to see the love in what she does with her days. And when that love is directed at me, well, it moves my mountains. One particular time when that happened in the form of some small, thoughtful gesture, I went out into my studio and wrote this in an attempt to express how it made me feel. I hope I captured at least some of it, knowing I didn’t get it all…

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gail60 said 268 days ago

beautiful...
This is just a gorgeous love song and I really enjoyed it. I know your wife must be so proud and honored that you wrote this for her. I have been married almost 28 years and this touched my heart. If ony my husband could play an instrument! :) I appreciate that you took the time to share your feelings with all of us. Here's wishing you more happiness in the years to come. Great job!

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	Nice to hear from you Thank you for the listen, Gail. You message is very sweet. I think Marion does appreciate this song. She's heard hundreds of songs being written by me over the years, so her enjoyment of this was very meaningful to me. I'm sure your husband shows you his love for you in many ways other than with plugins... This happens to be the only skill I have...

	magnatone said 268 days ago
	For Marion this is deeply beautiful. The piano dynamics sound perfect to my ear - soulful, thoughtful, emotive - it's the perfect love song. thanks!

drakonis said 268 days ago

What a lovely gesture back...
one of many, I am sure. There is nothing more satisfying than spending time to make something special for that person who has been with you so long, helping make life worthwhile. Yes, this comes through in the music very nicely. Great photo, keeping each other warm with smiles. Really well-crafted music, Patrick, sweet, strong, flows beautifully through to the end. My only nit is the very second note the cello plays seems to be a sudden jump from the first, and seems unnatural, and since that was the opening of the cello, it was noticeable to me, perhaps a softer attack on the first two notes, or more legato, to soften the intro? After that, the cello just melts in your mouth. and the whole piece is delicious.
ttfn,
Drakonis

	Karmatoburn said 268 days ago
	serious heart Glorious in its warmth. The violin and the backing brass parts were beautiful.

	Feter said 268 days ago
	For Marion Delightful and peaceful and more its heartfelt piece a very perfect one sound and perfomrance as a true gem ..thank you for sharin such !

	ziti said 268 days ago
	you write the best music in the world

jiguma said 268 days ago

At last!
It seems like a long while between drinks Patrick - first post since 06! Have you been saving this one up? ;)

Seriously, this is a lovely tune and the mix is just perfect. Lots of people are using strings and things as backing, but very few manage to make them sound like a part of a cohesive arrangement rather than just an add-on - an "I know, I'll add some strings and maybe a french horn" kind of thing. This sounds like the complimentary parts were conceived as one. Beautiful playing - lots of warm feelings (tinged with a little of a stronger, more delicate emotion - sounds like love coming through the keys).

Let's not wait so long for the next one!

Cheers to you and Marion!
Neil

futzpucker said 268 days ago

Great to hear from you
It certainly has been a while since I posted. I've got other songs I have finished in the interim, and I will post them subsequently. Very nice of you to suggest I not wait again.

I do tend to layer my arrangements pretty thickly, and it was enjoyable to have so few instruments here. It presents a challenge, and it goes along with something I mentioned in a comment about Wonderland... there's a certain trust that develops that allows for more honesty in the music, which I noticed in your song. I would like to develop more of that, and I hope this is a step in that direction.

I'm very glad to know that the emotion I tried to convey in the song reached you. That means a great deal to me. Thank you, Neil.

	MarkHolbrook said 268 days ago
	Stunning beautiful! The piano is very moving and deep. Thanks!

	kristyjo said 268 days ago
	Really lovely - I especially like the cello part, that runs through providing a solid foundation. I also liked that you shared the background of this song. Sometimes, a person can take their partner for granted in a long term relationship, so it's nice to hear the thought, care and love that went into this song. The production is top notch, too. Altogether, a well-crafted song.

aclarke said 268 days ago

Patrick...
This is an absolutely beautiful love song... and I'm a sucker for a great love song! Since seeing you talk about this last week in chat I have been anxiously waiting for this to surface.

Of all the songs you have written in your lifetime it would be difficult to image a more touching and poignant testament of your ever evolving love. I also liked your comment about how much you had to grow... Anne is always telling people that I'm a work in progress.... aren't we all?

Here's to you and Marion! Cheers!

	Godchaser said 268 days ago
	Beautiful Blend One cannot help but hear and feel the depth of gratitude you express for your wife in this piece.Some call it love I tend to lend towards old fashion gratitude,probably both.Nonetheless this is very pleasing to the ear as well as heart and soul.Moved and appreciative that you've shared your sentiment with us. Blessings,

	dirigent said 268 days ago
	For Marion What a beautiful romantic, evocative piece, catchy and touching. Congrats!!

droop said 268 days ago

What a beautiful melody!
I know you may have been tempted to make a bigger production, but I'm glad you picked just the right instruments, and kept the intimacy of this wonderful piece of music. Patrick, I will always remember our little conversation that night about music for the ones we love. I hope I haven't been pushy about it.
You know, in everyday life I think some of us creative people find it hard to express
our true feelings. It is those times when we are sitting alone in our little musical environment that we are able to say what we really feel, and express our deepest love
through our music. You made your feelings very clear in this very moving piece.
I won't go into all the details of how great the cello and french horn are plus how sonically good everything sounds. I will just say, everything about this is wonderful.
I will also say it's been an honor to meet you and and hear your music here at MJ's.

From the bottom of my heart, I wish Marion and you the very best.
paul

futzpucker said 264 days ago

I'm very glad you joined this community
I barely have words to thank you for your kindness, Paul. It was your inspiration that got me to post this song. Everyone who writes music enjoys praise from musicians at your level, and I am no exception.

As amazed as I am by your level of musicianship, I am even more taken by your open, trusting, and friendly nature. Many here have noticed this about you, and these characteristics are very evident in this comment you left. I am touched by what you wrote, and I am blessed that you have become a friend. Thank you for all this.

	J.A.Stewart said 268 days ago
	As Intimate As Love Itself A beautiful interpretation of those powerful feelings we have for another person. Elegant in its simplicity, it conveys the quiet ecstasy that loving and being loved engenders. Lucky you... and lucky Marion. Yet another beautiful, soulful piece, Patrick. ;) --- Joe

	lengold said 268 days ago
	What a very beautiful composition - delicately played and recorded with feeling. Cheers Len

	guitapick said 267 days ago
	~ You captured it, I believe...at least; it definitely rings true in my heart. Beautiful...

	Mcboy said 267 days ago
	brilliant composition and tender playing form.......one beautifully crafted gem of music...!!!!! if she can inspire this kind of music , i would say she is a treasure!....love is supreme!!!

said 267 days ago

Lessons learned.
Thank-you Patrick for taking the time to listen to my songs, the kind words, and most of all the advise.

I joined Macjams to force my self to become a better guitar player and to try and evolve. I'm learning that there is so much more when it comes to music...not just how well you pluck the strings.

"For Marion" is a perfect example of painting a picture or telling a story without words. You did an amazing job with this piece. It has both moved me and motivated me.

Thanks again,
Trevor

	davisamerica said 267 days ago
	patrick .... is a beauty of a tune written to i can see a beauty of a partner ... bleesed you r and this is wonderful

	guitardriver said 267 days ago
	Stunning!!! This song moved me to tears. As a fan, I am constantly amazed at your compositions. You are the best of the best, but, I won't be your wife...unless you write something like this for me.

	regulus said 267 days ago
	A very nice and reflective piece. Straight from the heart. Really enjouable. I'm taking this one home with me. One of the better, is always getting better.

	dajama said 266 days ago
	Very beautiful piece of music and I have to say beautifully arranged and produced. The use of the cello works particularly well for me, adding depth and sweetness. Lovely melody, and a great sentiment as expressed in your introduction. This is a great piece of music, celebrating, from the sounds of it, a great love. Nicely done. Peace.

	Ejh said 265 days ago
	This is outstanding, Patrick... Beautifully composed, perfectly played, with deep emotion that is never schmaltzy... The phrasing in the piano in particular is just right, and the cello is complementary without ever sounding like decoration... And, being a guy who also loves his wife, I thank you for this one. I think you got it right. Ed

	said 265 days ago
	mmmm oh gosh, this is just beautiful - full of colors from the heart from the very first measure. it's so poignant - there's an emotional flavor of appreciation for what could be lost and a joy in knowing it never can be. the cello works wonderfully with the fine fine piano. this is a lovely, classy expression of love. kudos to your fine creation! anne

	falzaabi said 264 days ago
	wow when the music talk , thank you

	Moviz said 264 days ago
	Patrick this is such a beautiful piece one can feel the tenderness and love. Beautiful melody and chords and the accompaniment for the wonderfully moving piano melody is perfect.... just beautiful and a DL for me, thank you, regards M

saymme said 264 days ago

: )
BEAUTIFUL Playing...I actually thought it was Piano..!
So tender, with alot of 'substance' - don't know what word to use...chubby perhaps in a GOOD way - alot in it... : ) : ) Happy For You & Your Family...I have a big admiration for People who STAY married ! Here in Sweden about 40% of Marriges tend to breakup (I think its around that # but I can be wrong- Alot anyway!)Also here Many many many live together without being married - more than in Your country I'm sure . CONGRATULATIONS ! Tx Wonderful hearing this. . : )
Lena

Scott Carmichael said 264 days ago

Patrick this is superb
the warmth and heart in this make it such a fine track... I really love your patience, how you wait and draw the emotion from each phrase before you move on... you have very few peers here... you're on another level altogether... the melody/meter is remenicenct of all the things I love about the classic celtic calls from the deep..

is Marion thrilled... ?? Lois sometimes asks me why never a song for her... usually when I write a song... it doesn't mater if I fail... I can just throw it away... but if I write that song, it completely maters.... I'm just afraid to let that one be average...

I would want it to be like this!

	Kenta_and_Linda_Rocks_together said 264 days ago
	Heart-feelings This song really touch my heart... You are a pro to write songs with emotions and this is so beautiful in many ways. Thanks for sharing your feelings I really love this song. Best wishes to you and your wife. Take care --- Kenta

	Ibstrat said 263 days ago
	Beautiful composition beautifully played.You have a fantastic touch and play with great feeling.Just wonderful!

	sschedra said 263 days ago
	Just Wonderful! Well, it melted my heart. I am all over this one. The song, the production and arrangement all work to give you a heart rending piece that just so says what so many of us wish we could to our spouse. Thanks Patrick for saying it for us. Stephen

	kclements said 261 days ago
	Very nice This is a beautiful piece. I love the interweaving of the piano and the cello. Great performance and arrangement. I like how you return to solo piano at the end. Perfectly done.

	said 257 days ago
	For Marion Lovely and lilting. I think the chords are lovely, and the progressions are well thought out and flowing. Nice work.

	irrev said 256 days ago
	For Marion We have recently lost a wonderful poet and philosopher named John O'Donohue from Ireland. If his voice was music, it would be the notes of this beautiful piece of music. You unearthed a treasure. Thank you for making it available, not only to your family, but to all of us. I will listen to this for the rest of my life. You are truly gifted.

	Doug Somers said 250 days ago
	The sense I get is that you have been deeply touched by a special person. This is a lovely song and is so well put together - played with tenderness and heart. What can I say, it shines. Thanks for sharing with us, Keep well, Doug

	chipan said 237 days ago
	Touching When music is written for someone you care about it usually shows and this certainly does. You have a depth to your music that really speaks to me. Thank you for this story of a love that lasts. chip

	kassia said 225 days ago
	Another one! I love it. The background is perfect and just the right volume to not distract from the melody, but support it through the whole piece. Your wife is a lucky lady. Play this for her often.

	said 222 days ago
	Great! It's great to see you backed here Sir, the piano with the nice strings in the background sounded great. Loved everything about this piece... KUDOS! Take Care - Yeman A. Al-Rawi

	rsorensen said 218 days ago
	holy I LOVE the cello in this. Beautiful song.

	Char said 188 days ago
	To know what you have And to be grateful for it is a wonderful gift. I can't think of a lovelier tribute to a beloved wife. Thanks for sharing such intimacy of emotion and such artistry at the piano. Thanks.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	Nice of you If your wonderful ear approves of the piano dynamics, that's a great thing. I'm glad you were able to feel this song, Karen. Thanks so much.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	Good ear, Eduard This is a very moving comment, one that Marion appreciated as much as I did. I'm so glad that you heard a bit of the depth of my feelings for her in this song. I could only have written it the night it came out - it just flowed. Any other time would have involved effort, which wouldn't get the results... Thank you for your detailed listen, Eduard. I do appreciate that.

	futzpucker said 261 days ago
	From Karmakeys John, thank you so much. I'm always grateful to get a comment from you. I'm glad heard the warmth I intended here. I have great respect for your keyboard playing, so this is great to hear from you.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	Hello, Feter I am very pleased that this song reaches you, Feter. I am happy to share this song with you. Thank you for the listen and the comment.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	My deep thanks to you It's a great feeling to know that my music lands in your heart, Fran.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	Nice to meet you Hello, Mark. It's very kind of you to stop by for a listen and leave a comment, especially given that you we don't know each other yet. Or, didn't. Thank you.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	Love hearing from the teacher I really like the sound of this cello, Kristine, and it's a pleasure to play, even on a keyboard. The nuances of slide, vibrato, and level are very enjoyable to control as the part is being played. I'm very pleased you enjoyed it. Thank you for your comment.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	With deep appreciation... I'm very touched by what you wrote here, Adam, and very grateful. You understand that having heard a song as many times as one does during its composing, sometimes it's easy to lose track of whether the finished product has in it what was intended at the outset. This fact makes your comment very meaningful to me. Thank you so much.

	futzpucker said 268 days ago
	Great to hear from you Andreas, thank you so much for listening and leaving a comment. You have been such an asset to this site. I hope you continue to bring your music here, even though I know this was intended as a temporary home for you. Your talent is enormous, and your music is just plain magic. Thank you, Andreas.

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	Marion enjoyed reading this... Your comments always mean a great deal to me, Joe, and what you wrote here is so eloquent and articulate as to be poetry. It moves me that a song I wrote can inspire such thoughtful and powerful words. I have always appreciated what you've said in reaction to my music. Thank you very much, Joe. I am very pleased you like this.

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	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	Appreciate the listen Nice to hear you enjoyed this, Len. Thank you.

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	From a great player... "Rings true in your heart." I was hoping for this kind of reaction. That it came from such a great player just gives it all the more impact. Thanks for listening and leaving this comment for me to enjoy, Bob.

	futzpucker said 267 days ago
	That it is, Mcboy As always I am very grateful to hear from you. Marion was very touched by what you wrote, as well. I'm glad to know you found something in this song. That's a nice thing for me.

	futzpucker said 267 days ago
	That's nice to know If listening to this song motivated you... That's a very good thing. I've not been told that many times in my life. Thanks for letting me know.

	futzpucker said 267 days ago
	Thank you, Jack. I agree that I am blessed by Marion's presence in my life. I'm glad you enjoyed the song. You are very kind.

	futzpucker said 267 days ago
	Very kind of you How nice to know you were moved by this song. I appreciate your comment about my composing very much. Won't be my wife unless I write something like this for you, too, eh? I'll tell you what: when the position opens up, I'll write you a song and send you flowers. How's that sound? You, sir, are a bit of a goofball, is what you are, sir.

	futzpucker said 267 days ago
	Mil gracias Thanks, Richard. I'm pleased you enjoyed it enough to take it home. I appreciate your visit and comment.

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	So great to read this... It's very rewarding to hear comments like this from such a wonderful musician as yourself. It seems as though you gave this song a deep listen, and that makes me very pleased. Thank you so much, David. I very much appreciate what you wrote here.

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	Great to hear I'm very pleased to read what you wrote here, Ed. You are a man who has my respect, and if you think this song did what it was intended, that means a lot to me. Thank you for telling me that.

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	My goodness... Ah... Anne, the way you described the "emotional flavor" makes me think, right or wrong, that you felt much of what I felt when I wrote this. That is deeply touching. It is what everyone writes music for, I think. It's certainly what I write it for. I am very grateful to you for expressing this to me. Very grateful...

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	Mr. Falzaabi I'm glad the music spoke to you. Thank you for listening.

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	Ah, thank you so much What a nice introduction to you, Maurice. So kind of you to listen and leave such a generous comment. I am very pleased you wanted to download this. So great to read what you wrote...

	futzpucker said 264 days ago
	Nice of you, Lena Thank you, Lena. The piano sound is made by a plugin called Ivory. It's a great piece of software. I'm pleased you like it. The divorce rate here in the USA is comparable, Lena. I am blessed... Thank you for listening and leaving your nice words.

	futzpucker said 263 days ago
	Nice words from Sweden... Kenta, I have always found you to be a man who feels deeply, so to hear this from you is very nice. I appreciate what you've said here very much. Thank you, and blessings to you and your lovely wife as well.

	futzpucker said 263 days ago
	Great to hear from you, Mark This is nice to hear from a great musician whose playlist on my iPod is extensive. As you well know, I am a huge fan of your composing and of your playing. I'm pleased that a song of mine was enjoyable to you as well. It's as if I were finally able to give something back to you for all the wonderful music of yours I now have and enjoy. Thanks very much, Mark.

	futzpucker said 263 days ago
	Hello, Stephen Reading something like this from a man whom I've not had the pleasure of meeting is such a joy... Even without having met you, I know you are a man of heart - I very much enjoyed your song for your beautiful granddaughter. There is great kindness in what you wrote here, Stephen, and it means a lot to me. Thank you very much.

	futzpucker said 261 days ago
	Nice words from a real pianist... Thank you very much, Kayle. I went to your artist's page here and listened to your beautiful piano music. I'm rather stunned I didn't know about you until now. Your playing is gorgeous, sophisticated, and warm. Your training shows. This all adds up to make your very nice comment here all the more meaningful. Much appreciated.

	futzpucker said 253 days ago
	The master John, I am very glad to see you listened to one of my songs - I was hoping you'd stop by. I have such great respect for your skills as a composer and orchestrator... I'm pleased to read what you've written here. Thank you.

	futzpucker said 233 days ago
	Thank you... You know, Chip, had I waited until the next day I couldn't have written this. It would have been forced. I was lucky to have the time to go out to the studio and get this recorded while the influence was permeating through me. Thank you for your very nice words.

	futzpucker said 217 days ago
	Dear Shay Your kind comment is very much appreciated. I must say, though, the lucky one in my house is the guy typing these words. In my music and in my life, it all starts with Marion. It is wonderful to me that you like my music, Shay.