In The Scheme Of Things

Episode #27: In The Scheme Of Things - (Song at 7:35) Welcome back again to another episode. I'm going to endeavour to give you an insight into how it feels to write a song, the sort of thoughts a songwriter has. It was peaceful this morning, here in Melbourne -  just little light drizzle, no wind. I found I’d woken in quite reflective state of mind. This particular song came to me as I thought about my place in the scheme of things. This time last year I was on the Pohangina river in the Manawatu in New Zealand ( beautiful language, isn't it - the way Maori words roll off the tongue - I do my best). I took a photo of a pool on the river that day - place that has so many memories for me.  You can see the photo in my blog post this week. petepascoe.wordpress.com The lyrics are there too each week, by the way - in case you’re like me and you like to read along while the song is playing. It's a beautiful river, a very gentle paced flow. Not fast, not sluggish. Just right for a relaxed walk /wade A bit later on, back in Melbourne, at the school where I teach piano, the first bit of melody came with a whistle as I walked between students.. I got the melody first.  Then back in my piano room,  I flicked open my iPad, came across the photo of the river and the words just started to come to me. So I sat at the piano, played quietly stopping now and then to write down each line as it came in. It's such a great feeling. It's something I never take for granted.  It's great to have this platform to share the process. There's something here for everyone..perhaps you’re a lyricist, maybe looking to pick up an idea or two, or a songwriter? Or  ‘just’ someone - it could be you-  curious to see what goes on. You'll get a heartfelt song into the bargain, plus some life observations and humour. Also I’ll take you with me back in time for a peaceful walk on the river.. If you like my music, there’s plenty more we this came from. You can stream it, view videos, I’m also a seascape painter and cartoonist. www.petepascoe.com  website Youtube Channel: Pete Pascoe Art and Music ( link this to): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrHYCpWbGGaBQr8ukxASVnw petepascoe.bandcamp.com 12 albums here. Enjoy.