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One of my first attempts to make some rock in 7. Squirrels

A mostly bass-driven song, with some guitar for emphasis. Another attempt at making a song in 7 that doesn't feel off-kilter or jagged. Dark Mantra

Another bass/computer number. I was interested in the idea of going from confusion (incomprehensible sound) to a rocking groove. The End

Written from ideas developed through improvisation, trying to showcase the players in this project. Will post score soon, but lots of improvisation built into the piece. Also, tried to contrast a raw, dirty (avaricious) sound with a hypnotic and attractive (the riches) one. Rock ideas with jazz players. Mammon: Riches & Avarice

As an ending track on a rock album... also more of a creative exercise than anything else. Last time I use Garageband if I can help it. All "guitar" sounds are bass. Composed on the computer The End

Fun throw-away piece that is light on composition and more of a creative exercise. Fun to make noise... Meet the Krampus

Thanks for the suggestions, Ferkungamabooboo!

I don't think the article was saying that we "need to placate our talents as though we know nothing...", but rather be aware of the fact that there is always more to know. It's an uplifting, informal essay meant to inspire us. Obviously we're not looking for practical theory in it. But, your attitude absolutely influences everything you do-from how you treat your family to, yes, how you write music. I think that what the author of this article was trying to tell us is: put yourself in a position where you are able to continue to learn from your mistakes. It would destroy you as a composer if you stopped looking for your own mistakes, or stopped looking for new kinds of music because you "mastered" yours. The point is to never be too comfortable where you are, because then you'll never get anywhere new. Obviously we need to be wise about music, but it wouldn't hurt to stop thinking that we are.

A quick composition. It doesn't have much of a chord progression, and mostly just grooves. All parts recorded are bass guitar, excluding drum grooves. Everything recorded in Garageband, written and recorded over 3 hours, for fun. Heater