OTHER MUSIC OF DANIEL STANIFORTH

Classically trained as a Cellist, Daniel Staniforth composes in a variety of genres from classical, impressionist, atonal, ambient, and ethereal - whether using traditional orchestral instruments or synthesizers.
From traditional to experimental, dark to light and airy - his sophistication and colour finds purchase
in the discerning listener. Although his formal academic training is mostly in Literature,
Staniforth studied Cello, Piano, Music Theory, and Composition from an early age,
and passed various exams at the Royal Academy of Music. 

Father to Father is a series of impressionistic orchestral pieces written and performed by Daniel Staniforth,
in homage to his father, Ken Staniforth, who is a classical music aficionado.
The pieces explore the English landscape of Staniforth's youth and his experiences as an immigrant in America.
Also featuring the voices of brother, Jonathan Staniforth; Brother-in-law, Julian Lukins;
and great-grandmother-in-law, the late Lucia Zarlinga (recorded at 105 years of age).

Pieces: Adrift, Colours of Aldeburg Beach, Dreams of Albion, Gemisphere, Dean Church Graveyard Dances, Last Memories of Caraville (Dialogue for Centenary Woman,
Antique Piano, & Orchestra), Blackbird (Variations on a Yeovil Folksong), Sunkenness
(A Round for Dub-choir & Orchestra), Lost Language of the Lakes, Sylvan Forest Light, Little Victories of Spring, Flight of the Emigre, Song for Hana.

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Reviews:

"It is a cacaphony of countryside. it feels like a stream, then a hillside of animals. then there are
birds. and clouds. and a small forest path. it is heard in the music, and it is seen in the mind.
It is almost peaceful. however there are constant surprises, and distractions. It feels like home.
It is great music." 

"Artistry. very impressive! brings back nice memories and images... herne the hunter, chalk horses,
the round table, knights and castles, and always the great forest. bravo!"

"Epic, filmic, a very ambitious piece. so much going on... sophisticated yet unpretentious,
an army of darkness in a faded oak leaf."

"Full of atmosphere and beauty."

"Could listen to this all day!"

"Creative orchestration--especially the percussive elements--really drive hard and compellingly." 

"I love all the different moods - frightened, wondrous, daring."

"Great composition....interesting and intelligent."

"There is so much happening here - always kept my ears glued to the speakers."

"This is a piece I can sit down close my eyes and just dream away lovely piece of work.. Bravo!"

"Brooding with lots of interesting chords and progressions. I like the tonal mixed with the atonal."

"This is simply beautiful. . .Lovely counter point! With unexpected twists."

"Lovely timbres and coloristic build here. Ethereal and beautiful harmonies abounding."

"Nicely lyrical and lachrymal. I like how he deals with musical spaces, and let them be s p a c e." 

"Great arrangement, wonderful choice of instruments and soundcolors."

"Austere at times, staggeringly huge at others."

"I'm very fond of imagery and atmosphere in music, and this has it in spades." 

"A unique atmosphere and wash of amorphous colors." 

Jealousy Screams (formerly U.Z.I.) was a San Diego area band from 1985-89. 
The main components were song-writing duo,
Daniel Kennedy (vocals/guitar/synth) and Daniel Staniforth (vocals/guitar/synth/cello),
sometimes joined by other musicians such as Mick Macres (drums), Bob Haskins (guitar),
and others.  Kennedy moved to the world of Christian Rock and now fronts the
Daniel Kennedy Band and 3X(based in San Diego & Mexico). 
Many recordings exist from this era and there may be plans for a future release of that material.

Liar’s Paradise is a collaborative noise/experimental project from the mind of Matt France,
founder of Independent Opposition Records.  Daniel Staniforth joins Matt and other Cincinnati area musicians for this rather bizarre and mind-boggling compilation that explores a world of paradox and lies.

Dream N (or Dream to the Nth) was a musical collaboration between Daniel Staniforth (Vocals/Guitar) and
Jude D’Silva (bass/engineer), recorded near Oxford, OH.  Although unfinished, the project produced a number of strong songs, which may see the light of day at some time in the future.

ONLINE COLLABORATIONS

2008 has presented some unique opportunities for online collaborations, ranging from
raucous alt-rock songs to instrumentals, folk, and orchestral.

"Lies Lies" with Mark Deskin

"Come Monday" with Mark Deskin

"Only a Whisper Away" with Alannah Sybuck

"Sovay Sovay" with Rebsie Fairholm

"Sit Down Swing" with Shaylynn MacKay

"If Only" with Kenta

MEDITATIONS FOR BARBIE

In 2007, Staniforth composed a series of ambient meditation pieces for his sister-in-law,
Barbie Flowers-Radell,as an encouragement in her fight against Lung Cancer. 
Sadly, the courageous battle ended with Barbie's passing on February 29, 2008.
This music was a gift of love and is therefore not for sale - but if you would like share
this music in memorium of this beautiful woman, please click on the links below.

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Barbie Flowers-Radell (1957-2008)