Jeremy Young-Drums,Perc
John Morrow-Guitar
Galen Kipar-Composition,Vocals,Guitar,Harp,Melodica
Tonka the dog-Positive vibe technician
Frequent guests:
Camilla Delk-Violin, Viola, Vocals Aaron Ballance - Dobro, Steel guitars Jason Maloney - Percussion James Pace - Keys,B3
Influences
You can LISTEN IN or make a request at the following radio stations:
*WNCW 88.7 - WNC Area
Studio Line: 828-287-8080
Listen Online: request@wncw.org
*WOXL (98.1) THE RIVER - Asheville, NC
*WCVE (88.9 FM) Richmond,VA
*WRRW(100.9 FM) Williamsburg, VA
*KGNU, 88.5 FM, 1390 AM. Boulder / Denver, CO
*WUAG / UNCG - Winston - Salem and Greensboro, NC
*WCHZ (95.1 FM) Augusta, Ga
Some musicians we enjoy... Eric Satie, Debussy,Steve Reich,
Phillip Glass, Charles Ives, John Cage, Frank Zappa, Trilok Gurtu,
Selvaganesh, Debashish Bhattacharya, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan,
Ravi Shankar, Derek Trucks, Brownie McGee, Dylan, Paul Simon,
Joni Mitchel, Van Morrison, Willy Nelson, Cat Stevens, Sufjan Stevens,
The Who, James Brown, Billy Holiday, Miles Davis, Tommy Dorsey, ...Music is air.
Sounds Like
( Changes 06' )SOUNDS LIKE--- Acoustic and electric guitar, male and female vocals, bass, organ, congas, rotto toms, percussion, wistles, bells, harmonica, churanga, mandolin, banjo, timpani, dogs, birds, waves
"Change" 2006 - iTunes LINK
( Why it's Needed 07' )SOUNDS LIKE--- String Quartet,tuba,trumpet,chamber choir, electric/classical and acoustic guitars,vocals, four part vocal harmonies,harmonica,melodica, piano,B3 organ,drums and percussion. It also has some other elements that were captured outside of the studio such as kids playing at Recess (yippeeee), birds,water jugs,church bells(all of which were recorded live). Boy that was fun!
GALEN KIPAR PROJECT: Why It's Needed
This album carries a theme. Within you will find transitional material between songs. NOTE: Functions best when listened in its entirety. If you must buy/listen in single doses, please proceed and enjoy, but you will not experience the true potential of this work.
( Paper Sailer 08' ) SOUNDS LIKE---
Classical and Steel guitars,
Male/ Female vocal harmonies
Viola, Dobro and Pedal Steel
run through a 1/2" reel to reel
tape recorder. A more with less
approach.
"the care and meticulousness of a gourmet chef... the melodies and arrangements defy expectations, the lyrics take surprising turns and the adventure is a delight, every step of the way" "This album is great" -Noel Hurst, Flagpole, - Athens, Ga 2008
Masters of Melody: Asheville’s Galen Kipar Project, sometimes grand in scope and melodically adventurous at every turn, conjures all sorts of descriptive terms... is based in the acoustic roots and classical music sounds, but seeks to create a new experience for the listener by fluidly combining those elements in an expanded, melodically rich sonic vernacular. David Brewer, High Country Press, - Blowing Rock NC 2008
“Small-scale symphony: the GKP brings big ideas into simple songs. Paper Sailer (08’) seems to be a metaphor for anything brave and fragile on that boundless sea of possibility... the simple combination of dobro, classical guitar, viola and male/female vocal harmonies - is remarkably effective, giving the recording a simple, almost elegant feel. David Cole, Mountain Xpress 2008
Galen Kipar has been busy creating music over the past years, which is one of the qualities that has helped make him a fixture on the Asheville music scene since his move to the city. He’s releasing his third album, in as many years, this month with a CD release show at the Grey Eagle on Thursday.
Jaime Mckee, Citizen Times 2008
“Playfully pushing the edge, could be an accurate take on The Galen Kipar Project’s music as a whole. It is smart, daring, and unashamed to own up to its classical and jazz roots.”
Kim Clark, Asheville Magazine 2007
“...this brilliant young artist. Never settling for conventional melodic or lyrical choices, everything about Galen Kipar’s music says that he is most certainly a thinker. With string quartet, tuba, the sounds of playing children, classical guitars and church bells artfully woven through the complex-yet accessible-tunes, the songs on Why it’s Needed (07’) ...”
Kim Clark, Asheville Magazine 2007
Voted 16 in WNCW 88.7 Southeast Regional Top 100 of 2008
Voted 28 in WNCW 88.7 Southeast Regional Top 100 of 2006
IMWS (Independent Music World Series) Southeast Semifinalist 2006
“A prodigal son returns, with talented backing band...Kipar has constructed an impressive musical resume and willingness to create something new to the world.”
Andy Stokes, Metro Spirit 2005
Bill Berg plays Galen Kipar...“Changes is full of interesting lyrics and melodies, very unique writing. I still have some of those melodies in my head. The personality of the tunes grows on you and I really enjoy the soaring vocals...they glide over the tracks.” Bill Berg, Musician (Bob Dylan’s “Blood on the tracks” album) 2005
He narrates the tour in a crisp clear tenor, accented by uncommon chiming guitar style that melodically mixes bluegrass style picking, sultry blues slide work and percussive strumming.” Steven Uhles, Augusta Chronicle 2001
no i got the odd meters EP and it was d-o-p-e but i want the whole band CD, gimme the website link, and check out misty mountain river on my songs, you guys will love it. i hope. much love, sara
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After pre-release tours in Colorado and Georgia, Dehlia Low’s new full-length cd “Tellico” will be presented for the first time in Asheville this Thursday at the Grey Eagle ($8/10, thegreyeagle.com)! Several cuts off the new disk can be heard on at www.myspace.com/dehlialow and live takes of a few of the songs will be performed Thursday afternoon on WNCW 88.7FM. Thursday night’s show will also be a chance for those of you who didn’t make it to Merlefest to hear Lyons, Colorado’s own Spring Creek Bluegrass Band, who are also preparing to release a new disk next month. Dehlia Low will also be joined by “Tellico” producer Jon Stickley of the Shannon Whitworth band. We hope to see you out and thanks for supporting live, original, and local music.
Hey, Glad we are new friends. I work with the best clubs in Lodo… let me know if you ever need anything for a birthday or any other special occation… I always have my events updated on my page so be sure to check it out!
sorry man i missed the show down in augusta! i hardly ever check this myspace account. checked it a few days to late. piss on me. you guys should try and get a show down here in columbia sometime. also, i put on a huge ass kayak race the first full weekend in january, how much do you guys charge for a show? i can supply all the food, beer, and a place to crash. let me know. it is a ways off but never to early to plan a head. hit me up at grizzeav AT hotmail.com
Don't know any professionals. I got a buddy who I might be able to borrow one from. We have a canon that can hold around 30 minutes of clips. I shot the video on my home page with it.
Pre show brews at my house if you have the time. I am like 5 minutes from Dragonfly. 828 773 7996.
Hey .. I just wanted appologize for not getting around to see ya.. Been busy lately.. Anyhow I just wanted you to know I still value your friendship.. Thanks for visiting.. Until we chat again.. I hope you have a great Day...
