A printed and bound edition of the three pieces from "Sojourn"; "In search of peace", "An old hymnbook", and "Somewhere in a wooden cabin", accompanied by photography by Rachel Wooley Davis and the stories behind the music. Printed on premium paper with a glossy finish.
If you're ordering directly from me in the US and would like a signed copy, just drop me a note along with your purchase! For my international friends, you can also find the book on Amazon. Pricing differs due to different royalty rates, but shipping is likely considerably cheaper for you (and you may qualify for free shipping if you have Amazon Prime). If you do order through either my Bandcamp store or Amazon, be sure to leave me a little review so I can hear how you're enjoying the music!
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One handwritten postcard addressed to you! Deluxe 4.13" x 5.83" postcard featuring photography by Rachel Wooley Davis. Thick durable 18-19pt card with a matte, velvety soft finish. Choose one of the Sojourn single designs or the EP artwork. Use the "include a message" function to drop me a note if you'd like to introduce yourself!
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An ultra-limited edition polaroid photo of where "Sojourn" was born—my former studio apartment in Bushwick, Brooklyn (New York City). This is such a special little collection to me—music studios were all shut down and I was attempting to make something in a space that was far from ideal—neighbors all quarantined at home, weirdly-shaped walls, way too many windows and fridges—on an old little upright console. It is the most raw of any of my creations and such a pivotal moment in my output. Every polaroid will come signed and include a note about the image.
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All four of the Sojourn postcards—three single designs and the EP artwork! Deluxe 4.13" x 5.83" postcard featuring photography by Rachel Wooley Davis. Thick durable 18-19pt card with a matte, velvety soft finish. Choose whether you want them blank for your own use, or if you'd like a note from me. Introduce yourself through the "include a message" function if you want to make it more personal!
Includes unlimited streaming of Sojourn
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
Purchasable with gift card
$15USDor more
about
In the middle of last year I couldn’t stop writing hymns for whatever reason… every piece I wrote sounded like a hymn, every song I wrote was based on hymn-like chord progressions. I suppose it was my own way of playing some peace into the atmosphere when it seemed society was coming apart. It can be hard to know how to respond to things as an artist, but I have a deep belief that creating can bring about its own kind of healing—healing not just for the artist but for those who listen (or watch) as well.
It’s compositionally my favorite track on the EP—I took a traditional-sounding progression and expanded it into something with a modern-classical flavor. I also just love how insanely creaky and old this one ended up sounding… like one of the dusty, forgotten, and out-of-tune pianos I’ve played in so many churches over the years. It’s also the most fun to play!
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I absolutely love this album. Every song is unique in its own way and it really makes this album fun to listen to. The only thing is that the songs do repeat the loops a lot. But overall I really enjoy this. Great work. Jcran
These almost heartbreakingly gentle felted piano compositions have the delicacy and loveliness of slow-falling snow. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 30, 2023
Minimal and emotionally evocative compositions for solo piano in the Ryuichi Sakamoto vein from Cincinnati's Tristan Eckerson. Bandcamp New & Notable Feb 18, 2020
supported by 4 fans who also own “An old hymnbook”
I was wrong with this album as I didn't buy it at my first listening...... it's as all other albums exactly what you can expect by r beny: beautiful ambient music with his unique style and composition.....great work Austin! 🤗 autark