Stan Stewart aka muz4now

Seeking to be the best person I can be
#creativity #MusicianTips
#Musician #composer #improviser
#pianist #singersongwriter
#human #caring
#poet #blogger #creative #fedi22
Certified #InterPlay leader

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2025-05-14 18:27:10

The first music video from “To the Edge suite”. #MusicVideo https://youtu.be/iSztgOwQyyk?si=JtMQi6JrydJ4cAJI

2025-05-09 01:53:18

Every Time
- an #improv #poem -
https://muz4now.com/2015/every-time-an-improv-poem/

2025-04-28 14:21:34

The stranger in “Wayfaring” unmasked https://muz4now.com/2025/the-stranger-in-wayfaring-unmasked/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_content=muz4now%2Fmagazine%2Fart%2C%20creativity%2C%20and%20creative%20process&utm_medium=mastodon #creativity

2025-04-27 22:07:33

I souped up my synths for 18 days and pumped out these 9 kuhl tracks
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"Synth Craze"
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#SynthPop #SynthesizerHeaven #NowPlaying
https://muz4now.com/2022/synth-kraze-synthpop-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon&utm_campaign=%40muz4now%40mastodon.world

2025-04-21 14:49:26

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@nprofile…stk0 Bummer...

2025-04-21 09:49:10

review: Walk Like a Cow debut cover album
#oud and #bodhran
https://muz4now.com/2021/review-walk-like-a-cow-debut-cover-album/

2025-04-19 11:08:32

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@nprofile…62xd @nprofile…vafa You are spot on, Steve!

2025-04-15 01:57:15

Lullabies and Love Songs
#lullabies #NowPlaying
https://muz4now.com/2020/lullabies-and-love-songs-nowplaying/

2025-04-14 20:32:14

music and the mind
#Music and #MentalHealth
https://muz4now.com/2011/music-and-the-mind/

2025-04-12 22:29:06

Protection
- who needs your protection? -
#MusicVideo #NowPlaying
https://muz4now.com/2025/protection-nowplaying/

2025-04-07 14:21:37

Watch Billy Strings & Sierra Hull Team Up On A Bill Monroe Classic For Austin City Limits Celebrates 50 Years [Video] https://flip.it/PbyX-g?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #MusicNews
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2025-04-05 17:57:35

First month on record: fossil fuels drop below 50% of US power mix https://electrek.co/2025/04/04/first-month-on-record-fossil-fuels-drop-below-50-of-us-power-mix/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_content=electrek%2Fmagazine%2FElectrek&utm_medium=mastodon #ClimateActionNow
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2025-03-28 14:38:01

Indie Email Marketing: Real World vs. "Experts"
#MusicianTips #DIYmusician
https://muz4now.com/2023/indie-email-marketing-real-world-vs-experts/

2025-03-27 00:44:00

I try to stay on track. But there is so much vying for my attention these days.
#creativity #BeBetter
https://muz4now.com/2025/staying-on-track-detours-galore/

2025-03-19 21:08:01

YouTube Playlist Primer for Beginners
https://muz4now.com/2023/youtube-playlist-primer-for-beginners/

2025-03-16 23:07:33

Scientists' stunning observation of hybrid 'grolar' bear sparks concern: 'Ill-suited to adapt' https://www.thecooldown.com/outdoors/grolar-bear-population-arctic-hybrid-polar-grizzly/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_content=topic%2Fclimatechange&utm_medium=mastodon #nature

2025-03-16 14:51:01

Would you like to download (or stream) my album "Healing Melodies"? Now you can. I get no money and don't see any information about you. Here you go:
Stan Stewart - Healing Melodies | Free Bandcamp Codes
https://www.getmusic.fm/r/stan-stewart-healing-melodies

2025-02-11 11:07:16

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@nprofile…lvjv
@nprofile…fpaa
Thank you for your kind boosts! Have the best day possible...

2025-01-20 12:15:41

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@nprofile…9fyy I used to hear that when I lived near big rivers. Now, I’m curious to know if it’s happening on Cayuga Lake. In spite of the frigid temperatures, I may check it out today.

2025-01-19 20:18:23

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@nprofile…l326 Hahaha!

2025-01-18 17:09:11

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@nprofile…f678 So kind of you to boost this. Have a beautiful day!

2025-01-02 15:21:34

Can You Pass This "Old Man Test" That Measures Balance, Coordination, and Strength? http://dlvr.it/TH7Mp1 #fitness #health

2025-01-01 21:38:05

DreamState: Dreams
The first of my 4 albums focused on and inspired by dreams
#DreamState #OriginalMusic
http://dlvr.it/TH6fPR

2024-12-31 21:49:09

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@nprofile…3xph If you're scoping B3 players, be sure to check out Barbara Dennerlein. One of the best all-round Hammond players. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ra4kYAYCdeI

2024-12-30 10:57:02

Inspired by the book "Dear Alderone" by Ami Hendrickson, this album is a series of piano improvisations for each of the "Characters"
#IAmReading #PianoImprov #ImprovisedPiano #PianoSolo
http://dlvr.it/TH4Jv5

2024-12-26 11:55:06

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@nprofile…0cuy Alt-text: a well-worn picnic table with a small ice chest on the tabletop. Behind the table is a beach and a large body of water with waves coming in. There are a few low-lying clouds in the sky.

2024-12-21 20:04:59

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@nprofile…w8ph Thank you. I appreciate when nature holds still long enough…

2024-12-21 17:21:03

Yes, we do have solstice snow! #winter #solstice
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2024-12-19 18:57:33

“You can only break the rules if you know what the rules are”: How changing up your chord voicing can make your music sound more expansive http://dlvr.it/TGv1q2 #MusicianTips #IndieMusic

2024-12-19 15:21:37

The Future of Music: AI, Ethics, and Innovation http://dlvr.it/TGtp6z #MusicTech

2024-12-06 11:58:16

One day only - #BandcampFriday - my holiday album is pay-what-you-like including $0
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I appreciate your support!
#HolidayMusic #ChristmasMusic
https://muz4now.bandcamp.com/album/do-you-hear-what-i-hear

2024-12-04 04:12:11

I’ve Got Some Explaining To Do http://dlvr.it/TGZR4h

2024-12-01 15:21:33

Snow Day II #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/snow-day-ii-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_content=muz4now%2Fmagazine%2FThe%20muse%20is%20present&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-12-01 04:12:10

#MusicReleasebyStanStewart #NowPlaying Snow Day II #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/snow-day-ii-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-11-26 11:01:15

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@nprofile…rr2h I read this almost a week ago and your response makes me want to read (and listen) again. Thanks!

2024-11-21 18:57:36

The Piano In The Dining Room – streaming where you listen https://muz4now.com/web-stories/the-piano-in-the-dining-room-streaming-where-you-listen/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_content=muz4now%2Fmagazine%2FMuz4Now%20Webstories&utm_medium=mastodon #muz4now #WebStories

2024-11-21 12:08:05

Carl Sagan's irrefutable 1990 argument for using all U.S. resources to fight climate change http://dlvr.it/TGJR8f #ClimateActionNow

2024-11-12 16:11:33

"Reel and Dialogue" from Highlands Suite
#PianoImprov #HighlandsSuite
http://dlvr.it/TG7zvx

2024-10-09 17:57:34

Happy to see "Living Room" in this curated #InstrumentalMusic #PlayList called "Gentle Instrumentals"
http://dlvr.it/TF9P29

2024-10-03 17:57:34

On staying awake to opportunity in the face of failure http://dlvr.it/TDyYpX #creativity

2024-09-15 11:22:31

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@npub1pwx…xk5j Adams was a genius. I miss him.

2024-09-15 11:19:56

I've added 2 songs from the new album by Ladder Logic -- aka @npub1xt2…pgjc -- to my Cool Singer-Songwriter playlists on Apple Music, Deezer, and Spotify
#SingerSongwriter #playlist https://geo.music.apple.com/playlist/pl.u-qxylVP6TV5V4K?app=music&at=11lt62&ct=playlistlink&ls=1

2024-09-14 17:57:34

BMI Files Action in Rate Court Against SiriusXM for Attempts to Lower Payments http://dlvr.it/TDDzJt #MusicTech

2024-09-13 14:21:33

Understanding Compression: When and How to Use It? http://dlvr.it/TDBmg2 #MusicianTips #IndieMusic

2024-09-13 12:12:14

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@npub1x4k…nfq4 Thank you. And the first time anyone has called this piece "bloody". 🤓🎹

2024-09-13 12:08:34

Fringeless – #PianoImprov #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/fringeless-pianoimprov-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-09-13 10:18:44

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@npub1w4y…nffw It was new to me as well! Never thought of Grieg as an activist...

2024-09-12 08:41:48

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@npub1xt2…pgjc This stinks. Whoever you got the cover song license from should fight Distrokid/Apple on your behalf, shouldn’t they?

2024-09-11 15:19:57

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@npub12tg…3pk6 Thanks for your kind boost, David! Hope all is well as can be with you and your loved ones.

2024-09-11 03:11:34

I'm just a wee bit proud of my new music release page - please click on any release and then listen and stream
Thank you!
#OriginalMusic #Listen #Composer #SingerSongwriter
http://dlvr.it/TD4zmR

2024-09-07 12:12:13

from #muz4now - For Those In Need Of Love Today #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/for-those-in-need-of-love-today-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-09-06 12:09:34

"Little Graces"
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an #improv #poem
http://dlvr.it/TCvXCJ

2024-09-06 00:58:33

ICYMI #muz4now - #MusicReleasebyStanStewart #NowPlaying Minimal Velocity #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/minimal-velocity-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-09-04 17:59:34

ICYMI #muz4now said: First Snow #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/first-snow-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-09-03 23:08:02

A local's guide to the New Orleans' music scene http://dlvr.it/TCn9lY #Travel

2024-08-31 15:40:42

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@npub1yv9…khpz Awesome. Hope you have a wonderful time.

2024-08-31 02:08:04

Startling facts from bombshell sea level rise report http://dlvr.it/TCbBLC #ClimateActionNow

2024-08-30 10:06:32

Finale Ends After 35 Years http://dlvr.it/TCYgnj #MusicTech

2024-08-26 14:48:22

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@npub1xt2…pgjc Added to my BC collection and next up for my drive time later.

2024-08-26 14:45:05

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@npub1xt2…pgjc Followed you on BC.
Only 2 tracks in. Definitely has the attention to detail I’d anticipated. Not my usual style of music, but I’ll definitely download it.

2024-08-26 01:00:32

ICYMI #muz4now - #MusicReleasebyStanStewart #NowPlaying Outward and Inward #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/outward-and-inward-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-25 10:17:59

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@npub1hqm…j5w3 Great idea. I'm going to steal it. (Especially on BlueSky where I get followed by several of these per day.)

2024-08-24 14:22:34

ICYMI #muz4now said: #Synthpop #ElectronicMusic Synth Kraze #SynthPop #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/synth-kraze-synthpop-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-20 06:08:05

from #muz4now - #Music #Entertainment Sometimes Being Unsigned Means DIY - #IndieMusician https://muz4now.com/2024/sometimes-being-unsigned-means-diy-indiemusician/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-16 01:12:35

from #muz4now - #MusicReleasebyStanStewart #DreamState DreamState – Lucid Dreaming – #DreamState #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/dreamstate-lucid-dreaming-dreamstate-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-15 23:09:14

Implications for YouTube and CRB of the Google Monopoly Case–Not to mention AI http://dlvr.it/TByxg5 #MusicTech

2024-08-15 20:22:05

Mastodon has become like a massive firehose for me. I’m looking for better ways to filter and prioritize all of the incoming toots. I’m alreadyusing lists, favorites, and hashtags to try to sort through the things that will be more interesting to me. Recommendations for other or better ways to do this?

2024-08-15 17:57:34

"No Explanation Needed"
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an #improv #poem
http://dlvr.it/TBySjn

2024-08-15 14:22:34

Yes, you CAN control your emotions — with these techniques http://dlvr.it/TBy2lC #MentalHealth

2024-08-15 13:10:35

2024-08-15 12:09:02

Failed promises can be a creative opportunity
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#creativity #UnsignedMusician #DIYmusician
http://dlvr.it/TBxms7

2024-08-15 11:19:48

Put the Q In Jazz
#Jazz #Qjazz #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/put-the-q-in-jazz-nowplaying/

2024-08-15 06:59:35

from #muz4now - #MusicReleasebyStanStewart #musicvideos The Piano In The Dining Room – #PianoImprov #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/the-piano-in-the-dining-room-pianoimprov-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-14 23:07:34

Musician Jessica Pratt on exploring new territory without losing yourself http://dlvr.it/TBwjBR #creativity

2024-08-14 19:33:34

Seeking Joy #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/seeking-joy-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-14 17:58:05

Director Bola Ogun on being ambitious while managing the pressure of expectations http://dlvr.it/TBwD1z #creativity

2024-08-14 14:22:07

The Fairchild 660 and 670: Vari-mu compressor icons | Native Instruments Blog http://dlvr.it/TBvmxW #MusicTech

2024-08-14 12:11:35

from #muz4now - #MusicReleasebyStanStewart #DreamState DreamState – Awakening – #DreamState #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/dreamstate-awakening-dreamstate-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-14 03:12:34

#MusicVideos for the album "DreamState: Awakening"
#DreamState #Awakening #OriginalMusicTracks
http://dlvr.it/TBtdXV

2024-08-13 23:07:34

Baker Abi Balingit on doing what you want even when it’s hard to do http://dlvr.it/TBtMf4 #creativity

2024-08-13 21:39:41

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@npub10a9…hyhm Thank you so much, Eric!

2024-08-13 21:37:50

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@npub1jnv…ycnu Thank you for your kind boost! Hoping all is well with you.

2024-08-13 21:35:41

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@npub1x6a…d5cx As an improviser, this makes perfect sense to me.

2024-08-13 21:29:21

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@npub1lvq…dw89 Ewww. Oh well.

2024-08-13 20:19:59

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@npub1ewu…eqx9 Making things worse for EM seems like a great idea to me.

2024-08-13 17:58:34

In 18 days, I created 9 tracks of synthpop music. And I did it just for the fun of it.
#SynthPop #OriginalMusicTracks
http://dlvr.it/TBstCD

2024-08-13 17:36:04

UAW files labor charges against Elon Musk and Donald Trump for alleged union-busting talk http://dlvr.it/TBsqs8 #PayAttention

2024-08-13 15:12:35

Three Steps to Finding Agreement on America’s Toughest Problems http://dlvr.it/TBsXWJ #DoingGood

2024-08-13 10:27:13

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@npub1x80…jrzl Thank you for your boost! Have an inspiring day.

2024-08-13 10:26:02

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@npub1epx…h593 Hey, thanks so much for your kind boost!

2024-08-13 10:24:18

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@npub1c57…awu5 Likewise and you’re welcome.

2024-08-13 10:23:58

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@npub1dah…vkx3 Thank you for your kind boost! Have a beautiful day.

2024-08-13 09:20:48

Love's Shifting Nature #NowPlaying - https://muz4now.com/2024/loves-shifting-nature-nowplaying/

2024-08-13 03:42:33

Please support my musical friends including @npub1c57…awu5 ! Play their music videos, follow them, and "LIKE" their tracks.
Thank you!
#IndieMusic #SupportYourFriends
http://dlvr.it/TBrK73

2024-08-13 02:35:35

ICYMI #muz4now - #MusicReleasebyStanStewart #NowPlaying First Snow #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/first-snow-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-13 01:10:34

from #muz4now - #MusicReleasebyStanStewart #NowPlaying Seeking Joy #NowPlaying https://muz4now.com/2024/seeking-joy-nowplaying/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

2024-08-12 23:07:34

"Azure"
an #improv #poem
http://dlvr.it/TBr1F7

2024-08-12 22:13:17

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@npub1623…xn0m Conceptually, I like Faircamp. At the moment, I still have half my releases to move from songwhip to my own site, so I am a bit buried in tech work. I’ll have another look at FC once this effort is complete.

2024-08-12 17:58:34

#ClassicalMusic #Entertainment Harmony, Style, Bach & Beethoven - Practising the Piano http://dlvr.it/TBqXJ5

2024-08-12 14:21:33

Hope Suite
- playing wherever you stream music -
#OriginalMusicTracks #NowPlaying
http://dlvr.it/TBq5R5