Roy MacNeil
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Autumnal Update 2021
A long silence is broken to share feelings of creative angst.
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INCREDIBLE sounds, from 'CELESTIAL' by Gerald K. Stoner
มุมมอง 863 ปีที่แล้ว
A performance in three parts, carried out with the permission of Mr. Stoner. Please never touch artwork without making sure you have permission first - especially when you visit Highland Center for the Arts to view this and other amazing sculptures! Notes on the audio: 1: "Rise" - this is completely unedited, raw phone audio! I tried processing it, but for this section it did not improve the ex...
Hanging some sheets, then making Music with them!
มุมมอง 1793 ปีที่แล้ว
Peter Schumann (of Bread & Puppet) created some amazing tapestries from his bedsheets - currently on display at HCA's Open Air Gallery, and I had an absolute blast helping hang them, then music with them! Additional documentation of this exhibit is being done by Jerome Lipani. View on his channel here: th-cam.com/video/w0_i9mXcF3Q/w-d-xo.html Mavis MacNeil, my talented sister featured singing i...
Making Upbeat Music for (and from the sounds of) a Flag!
มุมมอง 2923 ปีที่แล้ว
When making music, typically I am most inclined to the somber & slow. I don’t plan this, it just works out that way. But when it came time to capture (the spirit of) the Flags, at HCA, so incredibly vibrant and cheerful, it demanded that sort of music. So here you have it! At the end of this video you’ll hear some of the most upbeat and joyful playing I’ve done in quite a while. Music made enti...
A Day at the Lake
มุมมอง 1073 ปีที่แล้ว
A tiny film featuring "Poolside, Too" by Hasso Ewing - a sculpture that briefly appeared at HCA's Open Air Gallery, only to be taken down after sustaining damage from a storm. Unlike most other works in Roy's Song of Sculpture project, no sounds in this score originate from the featured sculpture. The delicate nature of this work did not lend itself to sonic exploration!
A L O F T - music made from the Sound of Sculpture
มุมมอง 753 ปีที่แล้ว
Music from the sound of a three-prong ski-binding, and Aloft - a work by Thomas Douglas, with special permission from the artist. HCA's Open Air gallery is open now! No touching of the artwork is permitted.
Saga of the Squirrel
มุมมอง 3373 ปีที่แล้ว
In his youth, our cat Felix was a mighty and prolific hunter. A merciless killer of all small creatures remotely close to our home. He is now quite old - about 15 we think - and in recent years he has mostly retired. This Fall though, he was getting back in the game; with an occasional trophy appearing by the door. That was nothing though compared to what happened one evening last week. As he w...
Using Alchemy to make Music from a Statue #SoundDesign #LogicProX
มุมมอง 2383 ปีที่แล้ว
12 - 9 - 2020 UPDATE: After some confusion and miscommunication, I was finally able to get in touch with Christopher, and he fully endorses my having used his statue in this way. 0:00 - Intro 1:44 - Sampling Sculpture 2:44 - Slowing & Freezing time, to create Bass and Organ Instruments 4:20 - First Piece exclusively from Sculpture 5:30 - What makes this so Inspiring 6:54 - Taking every liberty:...
Ennio's Quandary - featuring Mavis MacNeil #musicperformance, #western, #fire
มุมมอง 1323 ปีที่แล้ว
A take on the "Spaghetti Western" style music of Ennio Morricone. #musicperformance, #western, #fiddle
Simply Noticing | Life & Music 11
มุมมอง 864 ปีที่แล้ว
I was having a terrible day earlier this year, deeply entrenched in feelings of hopelessness and inevitable doom. Then I realized something very simple that instantly made me feel so much better! I had slept terribly the night before and in that moment was exhausted, having beat my head against a problem all day. Noticing this fact actually made me smile; filled with joy and relief because I kn...
the Weight of a Word | Life & Music 10
มุมมอง 3984 ปีที่แล้ว
Social-media anxiety is something that I’ve struggled with quite a bit. Long before that though, plain old fashion social-anxiety was also an issue. I’d leave a conversation with someone consumed by worry and regret - feeling terrible as I replayed an interaction over and over, which they probably didn’t think twice about. This seemed increasingly ridiculous when I became very sick. Suddenly en...
Sleep Now - featuring Nikki Yejin Kim
มุมมอง 1614 ปีที่แล้ว
Celebrating these beautiful somber, subdued tones of late October with music recorded last year with Nikki. Consider supporting my work here: www.patreon.com/roymacneilmusic
Life & Music 9 - Post Transplant Feelings
มุมมอง 2204 ปีที่แล้ว
Reflections on a new found optimism and some tearing out of hair. Deep fear of relapse, finally laid to rest by the first scan post-transplant testing negative. Special thanks to my supporters on Patreon. It is because of them that I did not give up on making these videos a long time ago. Because their support is ongoing - and directly associated with this project - I think of them each and eve...
Life & Music 8: It's Happening
มุมมอง 7114 ปีที่แล้ว
A very quick and casual video made the day before going in for a stem-cell transplant.
Life & Music 7: Postponement
มุมมอง 2714 ปีที่แล้ว
A scan from last week showed an "uptake" of metabolic activity (i.e. my cancer is active again) resulting in an indefinite postponement of the stem-cell treatment, until a more stable remission has been achieved. Discussion is underway for exactly what next therapy will be administered . Meanwhile the "in isolation" recording project at Highland Center for the Arts continues, with a brand new p...
Life & Music 6: Keepin' On
มุมมอง 2714 ปีที่แล้ว
Life & Music 6: Keepin' On
A Mind Place - featuring Mavis MacNeil & Mariana Considine
มุมมอง 2234 ปีที่แล้ว
A Mind Place - featuring Mavis MacNeil & Mariana Considine
A Song of Comfort (ft. Glorious Leader)
มุมมอง 2984 ปีที่แล้ว
A Song of Comfort (ft. Glorious Leader)
In Isolation - an improvisation with Violin, Viola & Piano
มุมมอง 1854 ปีที่แล้ว
In Isolation - an improvisation with Violin, Viola & Piano
Life&Music 5
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Life&Music 5
Life&Music 4
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Life&Music 4
Waverly Street Beat
มุมมอง 945 ปีที่แล้ว
Waverly Street Beat
Life&Music 3: Reflection Time
มุมมอง 1575 ปีที่แล้ว
Life&Music 3: Reflection Time
"Enigma" music video
มุมมอง 1705 ปีที่แล้ว
"Enigma" music video
Life&Music 2: CAR T-cell therapy and life at SECU family house
มุมมอง 4375 ปีที่แล้ว
Life&Music 2: CAR T-cell therapy and life at SECU family house
Life&Music 1: gearing up for CAR T-cell therapy
มุมมอง 6895 ปีที่แล้ว
Life&Music 1: gearing up for CAR T-cell therapy
Ida & the Chickens
มุมมอง 1455 ปีที่แล้ว
Ida & the Chickens
Roy & Friends Video
มุมมอง 1926 ปีที่แล้ว
Roy & Friends Video

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  • @marylourylands-isaacson1414
    @marylourylands-isaacson1414 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just happened on this tonight. It is beautiful viola playing! Your honesty and openness is admirable and and an example to all of us. It takes courage. ( from Mary Lou)

  • @FiveStringFun
    @FiveStringFun 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to see the update and seeing your health is strong!!

  • @AlbertoSantaballa
    @AlbertoSantaballa 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a bit late to comment, but very cool!

  • @yunkim2778
    @yunkim2778 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet & Awesome 김윤환, New York

    • @nikkikimviolin1458
      @nikkikimviolin1458 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      여기서 뵙네요! 잘지내시죠?

    • @yunkim2778
      @yunkim2778 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      네, 건강히 잘 있습니다. 제 연주도 이번에 교회에서 올려주셨어요. 유튜브에서 '뉴욕신광교회 특송' 또는 '뉴욕신광교회 김윤환 집사' 입력하면 제 연주 나올거예요.

  • @d.cannuscio3151
    @d.cannuscio3151 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very creative song

    • @roymacneil3160
      @roymacneil3160 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! Its amazing how liberating it can be to work under a constraint like that. I'm doing a little finalizing on the mix, and uploading to streaming platforms soon.

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a sound of joy! Way to go, Roy! (No rhyme intended!)

    • @roymacneil3160
      @roymacneil3160 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Stella! Guess you're a poet and ya don't know it, as they say 😉

  • @jeromelipani5483
    @jeromelipani5483 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bravo! Stellare! Fantastico! 1000Grazie!

  • @biodensityeducation776
    @biodensityeducation776 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great fun to watch, maybe not so fun to have lived through. Alice was very funny

  • @bendigum
    @bendigum 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So good!

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your introspection is amazing and your interpretation of the art, I believe is spot on.❤️

  • @studioINTEGRAND
    @studioINTEGRAND 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a great video. Seems the algorithm favors this one, so here's my obligatory "here before this blows up." I'm so glad that Christopher ended up retroactively endorsing your use of his statue, that oh-shit moment when you realize you've used something without respect for how its owner values it is one of the most harrowing forms of guilt, and such experiences in my life that never had a resolution have left me unable to sleep many nights. But in the end, Christopher's work will forge an impression in a great many people's hearts.

    • @roymacneil3160
      @roymacneil3160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for the thoughtful comment! Not so sure about the algorithm favoring the vid quite yet, but perhaps there's time and you are right. Contending with the possible guilt of upsetting the owner was a strange thing indeed. I've been trying more and more to resolve these things as soon as I can... its massive, unnecessary drain of energy.

  • @nancydominguezboblett4330
    @nancydominguezboblett4330 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Roy, I listened to this today! It's so clever and so true... really helped me in a not so great day I was having. Got me laughing!

    • @roymacneil3160
      @roymacneil3160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So happy to hear this, thanks for watching :)

  • @louisadrury613
    @louisadrury613 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best wishes for a healthy & happy future - L & M

  • @louisadrury613
    @louisadrury613 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Roy - I so admire your attitude and approach to life. Michael is here, and I just showd yours to him. -- Love from both of us and our whole family, Louisa Drury

  • @frenzynanzy
    @frenzynanzy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi how are you nice meeting you here stay safe More power. To you

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Roy, I can tell you from personal experience, that finding one's best self will take a lifetime. It doesn't happen overnight. Having a positive attitude makes all the difference in the world and is half the battle. Keep on keeping on. ; )

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So beautiful!

  • @williamfoster2823
    @williamfoster2823 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    th-cam.com/video/JrvFM5vD2_M/w-d-xo.html

    • @roymacneil3160
      @roymacneil3160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, this is EXCELLENT and very on point. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @mavismacneil7002
    @mavismacneil7002 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my goodness, YES! I think about this stuff a lot. Language is so impactful and being aware of its nuances can really make a difference. <3

  • @louisadrury613
    @louisadrury613 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks you, Roy, for sharing your positive mind-shift - helpful to many of us, no matter what our circumstances or predicaments. I know just what you're talking about, and appreciate your expressing it for the rest of us. - especially substituting "could" for "should". It is beautifu, the way you express yourself so well and clearly and thinkingly - and helpfully - Louisa

    • @roymacneil3160
      @roymacneil3160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for watching Louisa, and leaving this lovely comment! That you find my videos interesting, and even helpful means a lot - Roy

  • @FiveStringFun
    @FiveStringFun 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to see an update, hearing, and seeing you and your art/gift of music and communication

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Praising God for your good news. You are in my thoughts and prayers! :)

  • @nikkikimviolin1458
    @nikkikimviolin1458 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your positive energy :) always rooting for you!!

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry I didn't see this before now, Roy. I hope all is going well for you.

  • @mmwbi1920
    @mmwbi1920 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to hear that the stem-cell was a go. We continue to hold you in our thoughts and hearts - Helen & Brendan

  • @adrianunser332
    @adrianunser332 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wishing the best with this next procedure, and looking forward to playing some music hopefully later this year!

  • @rachelwurtsbaugh7041
    @rachelwurtsbaugh7041 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You will be in our prayers every day as you go through your stem cell transplant Roy. All will be well. Much love, Randy and Rachel

  • @billrogers5219
    @billrogers5219 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hope everything goes well, Roy. All the best.

  • @bendigum
    @bendigum 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the update Roy. Always good to see you.

  • @iguanaman97
    @iguanaman97 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best wishes Roy, looking forward to seeing you when we get to Vermont in a month.

    • @adrianunser332
      @adrianunser332 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It would be super awesome to all connect if that's at all in the cards!

  • @gerardlafontaine2322
    @gerardlafontaine2322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You WILL beat this!

  • @Tunacrab
    @Tunacrab 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're so talented. I have faith you will prevail. You make beautiful music people need to hear. The island song makes me cry. I saw your performance at the highland center, about two years ago. It was breathtaking. Literally brought tears to my eyes. (I was the odd technician from Virginia that mostly just soldered in the corner of the room, I wouldn't be offended if you don't remember me.) Much love, and much respect to you as a musician. I truly wish you the best. You've got some fight in you. Be strong and continue to bring your talents to brighten our world. For as long as you can. With love from Virginia, I'll keep following your page Roy. Keep making music!

    • @roymacneil3160
      @roymacneil3160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey there, so nice to hear from you with this lovely comment. I do in fact remember you! Its amazing to hear that 'Island' was that impactful. Sometimes I question whether it matters if I write songs or not, and basically stopped for a time. Knowing it might mean that much even to one person makes it 100% worth it, and gives me a huge boost to continue. Thanks for the kind words my friend - it means a ton ❤️

    • @Tunacrab
      @Tunacrab 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@roymacneil3160 Yes sir, it does matter. Good music is timeless... speaking of which: did anyone roll video on that concert? The "evening with Roy" show I was talking about? I think it would make a wonderful addition to your TH-cam. Anyway, say hello to the family. I spent enough time in the cafe, they might remember me too. I hope they are well, send them my love. They were all real nice to me in Vermont. If you want to go private with this conversation, it's the same username, at Gmail.

  • @marylourylands-isaacson1414
    @marylourylands-isaacson1414 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    In the sad news, you have found a lovely vocal register. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @barbarajohnson9853
    @barbarajohnson9853 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Roy. I have heard from your Aunt Joyce what a talented, beautiful person you are in every way! You are truly a blessing to so many souls during this journey.

  • @kellyrobinson2719
    @kellyrobinson2719 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    We love you, Roy! <3

  • @sabraellenjones5226
    @sabraellenjones5226 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The theme at the end when you accompany yourself on the violin is magnificently beautiful Roy. God bless you and keep composing.

  • @yejinkim1725
    @yejinkim1725 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything will be alright...

  • @kellyrobinson2719
    @kellyrobinson2719 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've always admired and envied Roy's talent. Vulnerability can be a form of strength <3 Play on, Roy!

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Roy, I thank you for inviting me to your preview last night. I did watch it then and decided to watch it again this morning. Sometimes you have to absorb art to fully appreciate it - to reflect on its meaning. The subtlety of music, movement and voice made me think of nature awakening, being alive, despite difficulties, then sleeping to recharge for the next day. Wonderful piece!

  • @marylourylands-isaacson1414
    @marylourylands-isaacson1414 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a very beautiful and inspired work, calming, reassuring and reminding us of our shared humanity. Thank you

  • @susanaradeon3024
    @susanaradeon3024 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Roy, Your music, your environmental images and your thoughts are heartbreakingly beautiful. We have to be hopeful and remain hopeful even at the worst of times. You and our family are always in our thoughts, Your Cousin Susan

  • @ceraldic
    @ceraldic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The music is perfect...as is the video...a lovely memorial.

  • @JenniferRanz
    @JenniferRanz 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Roy, I am glad you can tell us what you are going through. I have you in my thoughts and hope for things to work out for you. Vermont is a good place to spend your time and finding things to appreciate. I hope to hear your music this holiday season. Sending love your way.

  • @FiveStringFun
    @FiveStringFun 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Roy - thank you for sharing your journey. You are a gift to us all. I'm praying you will receive healing and peace through it all. I look forward to playing music with your again!

  • @tawnteens
    @tawnteens 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m beginning to pick up trash quite a bit too! 😊 near my home, walking Polly.

  • @carrocha100
    @carrocha100 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was worried about your shoulder pain, but elated to learn that all you have is Shingles. This is fabulous news Roy! Ha! Your video is giving me encouragement about a CAR T clinical trial that I am lining up as my next option. Thank you for so artfully sharing your cancer experience.

  • @stellajohnson2698
    @stellajohnson2698 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Praise God! Sorry to hear about the shingles, but this, too, shall pass!

  • @Teacher802
    @Teacher802 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy for you, Roy! I can’t imagine what a relief it must be for you and your family!

  • @tawnteens
    @tawnteens 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so happy to hear this! You are a warrior. And so talented. These videos are so interesting. I watched my father battle with cancer for four years. You have a lot of wisdom about this kind of battle: what a GIFT you are to the world!