In crafting music that speaks from the heart, I am reminded by the words of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. In a letter to his father dated November 8, 1777, Mozart wrote:
I cannot write poetically, for I am no poet.
I cannot artfully arrange my phrases so as to give light and shade.
Neither am I a painter;
Nor can I even express my thoughts by gesture and pantomime, for I am no dancer.
But I can do so in sounds.
I am a musician.
This profound declaration inspired me to create a collection of pieces I call Love Letters. Each piece is a musical expression lasting approximately 3-5 minutes, dedicated to someone dear to me. These compositions are my way of conveying emotions and memories that words alone cannot capture.
This Love Letter was written for Renée Trimarco during our second and most profound relationship—the best of three. The music emerged over just a few days, forming almost effortlessly in my mind before finding its way onto the page. It’s a deeply personal piece that captures the complexities of our connection, blending tenderness with moments of tension.
The piece employs a 2-against-3 rhythmic structure to create a sense of push and pull, mirroring the passionate dynamics of our relationship. Its phrasing is both yearning and intense, with melodies that seem to stretch beyond the notes themselves. Renee once described it as “bittersweet,” a term that resonates deeply with the spirit of the music and the essence of our time together.
The title, To the Lady with Deep Blue Eyes, reflects both the inspiration behind the piece and the vividness of Renee’s presence in my memory. The music is an exploration of love, longing, and the unspoken emotions that color relationships—especially those as layered and multifaceted as ours.
