Sunshine

In an odd twist of fate and circumstance, I just realized something. I started my first blog the day that I heard Atmosphere's "Sunshine" for the first time.

Last night I tinkered with the keys until I figured out how to play the piano portion. A relatively simple task, I praise it as a success considering my neophyte status. It took me about a total of 20 minutes to figure out a portion of it, and then about another 5 to master the actual configuration. My joy manifested in a call to Neisel, who's genuine excitement and instant recognition meant that I really had done well.

What's also exciting about Atmosphere is that many of their songs contain relatively simple piano portions that I can use to practice learning by listening. It will take me a while, but I'll have not only a readily available catalogue from which to choose, but I'll also have an open ear who can help in confirming a mastery. It also helps that Sara is very good at judging how well a played song matches the actual version. I hope to reach her level soon.

Well, off to play again!