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Trombonist Nick Vayenas: A Bout Of 'Synesthesia'

Nov 26th, 2008 · Trombonist Nick Vayenas spends the majority of his time on the road, playing to sold out crowds around the world in Michael Buble's band. On his own, he writes futuristic-sounding instrumental jazz. Hear the promising young composer's works in a session from WGBO.

Keywords: world · road · Promise · Jazz · Composing · instrumentation · trombonist · synesthesia · futuristic · Vayenas · Trombonist Nick Vayenas · Michael Buble

For Pianist, Music Unleashes Rainbows of Color ****

Apr 18th, 2005 · When pianist Laura Rosser performs, she hears more than sounds. She hears colors -- each note has its own associated hue. Rosser has a rare neurological condition called synesthesia. Stimulation of one sense produces the sensation of another.

Keywords: music · Colors · pianist · stimulate · rainbow · Unleashing · neurological · synesthesia · Laura Rosser · Rosser

Noting the Synchronicity of Life ****

Mar 20th, 2005 · Commentator Ruth Levy Guyer is a scientist whose interests range beyond the strictly empirical. She reflects on the artistic and neurological phenomenon of synesthesia, and on synchronicities -- those spooky coincidences that crop up in life.

Keywords: artists · Scientists · empire · Ruth Levy Guyer · Synchronicity · neurological · synesthesia · synchronicities · spooky