Hal Walker
My State, Ohio - The 88 Counties
updated
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Co-written with Margot Milcetich
Our home is the Love that sustains us
do you know what I mean when I say Love
do you know what I mean when I say Love
Our home is the beauty between us
do you know what I mean when I say Beauty
do you know what I mean when I say Beauty
It’s our time of living here
in the house of memory and hope
she’s seen us through the changes
in the timelessness of ages
We rest in the living
we rest in the loving
we rest in the being
here
Our home is the Peace that defines us
do you know what I mean when I say Peace
do you know what I mean when I say Peace
Our home is the God that delights us
do you know what I mean when I say God
do you know what I mean when I say God
Our Home is the moment
we gather, we gather
Our Home is the moment
we gather, we gather
Do you know what I mean when I say home
Do you know what I mean when I say, come home.
HOLD ON
Hold on Be not afraid
We’ll keep this light burning
through the most lonesome days
They closed all the schools and cancelled our plans
They turned toff he sports and shut down Disney Land
They banned all the gatherings of the human race
Now we all sit at home and wait for the wave to break
Streets were all empty and we all headed home
The businesses are dark and the future’s unknown
Hold on oh you people and know that it’s true
if we face this together, we’ll make it through
It’s gonna be a long road
but we can’t walk it alone
in the hardest times,
we will carry someone else’s load
We’re gonna get so wise
we gonna get there just in time
we’re gonna wake up
we’re gonna rise up
and the Earth will unfold all it’s beauty
and the beauty will call all the heavens
and the heavens will bless all the people
and the people will gather again
We all hunkered down
and stopped visiting friends
The front lines were burning,
And there’s sorrow in the wind
I’m keeping my distance but holding what’s true
from a distance I’m learning to love you
There’s the churning of the rivers
and the rolling of the sea
There’s the singing of the birds
and the blowing of the breeze
Hold on o you people
and know that it’s true
if we face this together,
we’ll make it through
So Hold on Be not afraid
We’ll keep this light burning
through the most lonesome days
Mixed and Mastered by Michael Bruner (@ michaelbrunermusic on IG)
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WHEN A GUY MOVES TO NEW YORK CITY by HAL WALKER
I’m gonna make a friend tonight OK
I’m gonna let myself be denied, that’s alright.
When a guy moves to New York City
He finds out that there’s no welcome committee
so he tries to be especially friendly
but the truth is friends just don’t come easy
He’s fresh and ready to go hello hello
he’s got the time for a Joe, Ok
When a guy moves to New York City
Names and faces tend to turn kinda blurry
he says hello to every single person that he sees
Hello woman on the street with your pretty hat and shoes
are you someone I could meet for some dinner and some blues
Hello man down in the subway station
could I offer you some conversation?
When a guy moves to New York City
people seem at first to be too busy
but the truth is they’re as ready to find a friend as he
There’s the people you meet cause of the things you do
and there’s the people you didn’t meet
cause of the things you didn’t do
then there’s the people you didn’t meet cause of the things you do
and the people you meet cause of the things you didn’t do
I’m gonna do until I’m done I’m gonna make a friend
I’m gonna prove that I’m the one who’s gonna let you in
I’m gonna walk on Washington Square
and blow my harmonica for everyone sitting there
I’m gonna stand at the top of the city
and tell everybody I think that I’m ready
When a guy moves to New York City,
Sometimes things might turn kinda crazy
He might even get a little bit lonely
and he’s probably spending too much money (Instrumental)
Hello brother with long hair could I offer you a chair?
Hello preacher standing there would you offer me a prayer?
Hello woman in the jeans…
“Hey you’re the most beautiful girl I’ve ever seen.”
“Hey you’re the most beautiful boy I’ve ever seen.”
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LOVE GROWS by HAL WALKER
Love grows right now when I smile with you
Our hearts expand in the light of this room.
These eyes are widening eyes and I know
This voice defines the cries of my soul
My heart is truly beginning to bloom.
Let’s open the windows and open the doors
and notice this moment like never before
we’ll break through the barriers and reach out a hand
and offer a peace to a stranger or friend
we’ll raise the whole building and rise up above
from the part of us that feels and knows how to love
And we’ll sing of the goodness and speak of the truth
and the joy in our hearts will enlighten this room
No matter your struggle, no matter your pain
there’s a love right now that’s bringing on a change
so open your eyes and take in the view
cause right now I’m smiling with you
right now I’m smiling right now I’m smiling
right now I’m smiling with you
Mixed and Mastered by Michael Bruner.
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Underneath the surface
Hidden down below
There’s a story waiting,
waiting to be told
And deep inside the story
There’s wonder to behold
Passion, Joy and sorrow
Gifts as pure as gold
In every rock and every stone,
A thousand voices find a home
In every seed of every form awaits a secret to be born.
So, listen for the whisper rolling thunder all around you.
If you do it’ll turn into
a memory to hold.
Listen for the rocks, trees and the bumblebees around you.
Everywhere you know that there’s a story to unfold.
Underneath the surface
Hidden down below
There’s a story waiting,
Listen, listen, listen and you’ll know.
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Will you love? Yes, I will.
Can you feel? Yes, I can.
Are you true? Yes, I am.
The moment I saw your face is the moment I remember well. I was born into my body and I was changed into myself.
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Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a disabling and complex illness.
People with ME/CFS are often not able to do their usual activities. At times, ME/CFS may confine them to bed. People with ME/CFS have overwhelming fatigue that is not improved by rest. ME/CFS may get worse after any activity, whether it’s physical or mental. This symptom is known as post-exertional malaise (PEM). Other symptoms can include problems with sleep, thinking and concentrating, pain, and dizziness. People with ME/CFS may not look ill.
Hal Walker is currently living with severe ME/CFS. He's 95% bedridden but 100% determined to keep going.
Donate on GoFundMe: Hal Walker Needs Our Help:
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9:10 - Moira Smiley - ...with apologies for the lagging video
14:10 - Jon Gindick - Again, apologies for the lag
15:22 - Lea Morris - ...and finally, apologies for the lag
20:20 - Todd Burge
24:25 - Introducing Hal’s Dad
25:28 - Emma’s Revolution
31:28 - Peggy Munson
32:37 - Johanna Walker
34:32 - House of Hamill
40:02 - Kenge Kenge
44:08 - Evie Ladin
49:00 - Jonny Olson
53:56 - Joe Crookston
58:50 - Matt Meyer
1:03:30 - Peter and Mary Alice Amidon
1:08:56 - Hallie Walker
1:11:46 - Tracy Grammer
1:16:50 - Peter Mayer
1:21:43 - Jahvelle Rhone
1:25:30 - JP Allen
1:27:18 - Christopher Mark Jones
1:32:00 - More Lea Morris
1:33:05 - Introducing 4 people living with ME/CFS
1:34:21 - Caroline Walker
1:35:59 - Jayme Stone
1:40:52 - This Moment in Music Intro
1:41:51 - Nem Raps
1:45:20 - Charlie Mosbrook
1:50:50 - Jim Scott
1:56:45 - Hey Mavis
2:01:40 -Algie Powers
2:06:25 - Eric Noden
2:12:16 - Julia Wyson
2:14:06 - Hal Walker Intro
2:15:55 - Hal Walker sings
2:20:15 - Thor Platter
2:24:38 - Mo Mojo
2:30:53 - The Golden Tones
2:32:42 - Katie Grigg-Miller
2:37:18 - Matt Watroba
2:42:30 - Chris Martin
ME/CFS is a complex/multi-system disease that is life-altering and highly debilitating. According to the CDC, it is estimated that up to 2.5 million Americans (20 million worldwide) suffer from ME/CFS. Yet, ME/CFS has traditionally been one of the lowest funded diseases by the United States National Institutes of Health (NIH). Before this illness rendered him almost entirely bedbound and in need of full-time care, Hal Walker taught thousands of Ohio children to play the harmonica, directed the
Summit Children’s choir, curated the Cuyahoga Valley Concert Series, and in so many ways inspired children and adults to make and celebrate music.
“It’s been devastating to watch Hal’s health decline so rapidly, and to watch the huge loss he’s facing as he doesn’t have the strength to make music,” said long-time friend and concert organizer, David Ford. “We certainly want to raise money for Hal’s care, but it’s also so important to raise awareness about this brutal illness. It has wreaked havoc on Hal’s life, and we want to support more research and understanding.”
Performers for this event include: Chris Martin of Coldplay, Joe Crookston, Evie Ladin, Moira Smiley, Jayme Stone, Tracy Grammer, Peter & Mary Alice Amidon and more. (The full list of contributing musicians can be found at ALoveSongForHal.com)
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#benefitconcert #liveevent #digitalevent #livemusic #chrismartin #coldplay #banakula #khaenrock #halwalkermusic
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We're saving you a seat for #ALoveSongForHal January 7th, 7pm EST! I'm grateful to everyone joining us for this benefit concert; we have 25 artists including Jen Maurer, Emma's Revolution, and Chris Martin of Coldplay (just to name a few of the amazing talents). There artists will be playing some music to help me and the Open Medicine Foundation raise money for #HalWalkerNeedsOurHelp on GoFundMe which will go towards my full-time care along with research into CFS. We will be livestreaming to YouTube and Facebook! View the full list of performers and RSVP for free at http://alovesongforhal.com
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Learn more about CFS at the Open Medicine Foundation
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I recorded a 16 minute version of Low Key Gliding for you to take a nap to. Enjoy!
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I've been learning some new songs lately and I look forward to sharing them with you. Here's Bluebird by Yoshiki Mizuno with some extra Hal Walker funk thrown in.
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Born in Indiana, trumpeter and electric bassist Jackie Coleman is well trained in a wide variety of musical styles. She has worked with artists such as Solange, Leon Bridges, Wu-tang Clan, Flor de Toloache, Holly Miranda, and Zola Jesus. Through the Black Girls Rock & Selena for Sanctuary bands, she has also had the opportunity to perform with artists such as Kali Uchis, Mon Leferte, Helado Negro, Cuco, Chris Perez, H.E.R, Fantasia, Ledisi, Jazmine Sullivan, and Yolanda Adams. In 2017 she won a Latin Grammy with the group Flor de Toloache for their album "Las Caras Lindas." Currently she can be seen performing with Durand Jones and The Indications, Antibalas, Calpulli Mexican Dance Company, and many more artists.
This is a great lesson in how to combine rhythm and lead playing. I'm using a Key of A harmonica.
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Brendan Taaffe is a Vermont-based singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist. Since 2005, he has been leading harmony singing workshops throughout Europe and North America and playing traditional dance music on fiddle, banjo, and guitar. He directs the Bright Wings Chorus, performs with The Waxwing Four, and is a crankie artist. Brendan has also studied mbira in Zimbabwe with master players there, and has blended mbira with Appalachian traditional ballads on his 2013 album Can’t Hold The Wheel.
Some people know her as the lady who sings for the moon. She sings for people but on the side she likes to play music for animals, plants, and nature that surrounds her.
Music has been an important part of her life. In 2016 she decided to jump both feet into being a fulltime musician. She had some drawbacks (healthwise) however that does not stop her from doing what she love.
“There were times when I was ill and I had some breathing difficulties, but I was fortunate enough to record two songs in my friend’s homestudio. I constantly reminded myself that i’m not chasing for perfection. I love music, and singing. I might not sound as beautiful as the music industry would’ve loved it to be.
But this is me, doing what I love. And that’s all that matters”
She dedicates a great portion of her life to music and art. In her songs she confesses her love of nature, of healing and of love itself. She enjoys being a part of the creative community such as Ruang Putih Bandung & Jazztok, and collaborated with many musicians online and offline in playing music, songwriting and composing.
I turned 55 on Friday and played some Low Key Gliding. I hope you enjoy.
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Jef de Lima is a guitarist from Brazil. @Jefdelima
Jef de Lima - Started his guitar studies at the age of 12. In 1995 joined the Music School of the Porto Alegre Symphony Orchestra (OSPA). In 1998 joined the Talenthos music school as a music teacher and started his flamenco studies at the Andrea del Puerto Flamenco Center. He took flamenco guitar lessons from Juan Gomes Chicuelo (Spain) and Andres Hernandes Pituquete (Chile), and flamenco singing lessons from Encarna Anillo (Spain), El trini de la Isla (Spain), Sonia Cortez (Spain), flamenco dance structures with Rosa Jimenez (Spain), Eliezer and Cristian el Truco (Spain), belting with Ronnie Kneblewsky (SP). Has played in flamenco performances of different schools and groups and later joined the cast of a number of musicals, namely “Zorro - O musical” (2010) as gypsy Joachim (musician and actor), “Um tal de natal” (2011), “A Princesinha” (2012), “Uma luz cor de Luar” (2013), “Vingança” (2013), “O homem de la Mancha” (2015-2017-2018), “The clown and the dancer” (2015)
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Kevin Chambers never imagined his life would change in an instant. After writing and recording his debut EP in his own NYC apartment, he began performing around the city at several different venues — The Bitter End and The Studio at Webster Hall to name a few. But at a radio gig in mid-March of 2015, he had a stroke due to an AVM/aneurysm that had burst near the speech center in his brain. He would need speech rehab, physical/occupational therapy, and brain surgery to recover. Miraculously, he returned to the stage just 4 months after a successful surgery, playing Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA. Moving down from NYC to Nashville, he knew his love for music couldn’t wait any longer.
After recovering from his stroke, he launched a Kickstarter to help him record his second EP, appropriately called “Starting Over.” Following this release, Chambers has been nominated for Best USA in the Toronto Independent Music Awards, he has performed in the Emerging Artist Showcase at Blast On The Bay in Florida, and also as a Top 10 finalist in the Wildflower Arts and Music Festival in Texas. Chambers embarked on his first ever House Concert tour — a 50-day trip traveling by car all over the east coast with multiple stops along the way. During this tour, he played several shows for friends, family, and many new listeners, conjuring up the likes of Ben Folds and Ben Rector, while harkening back to the classic piano men of Billy Joel and Elton John.
Having graduated with a Masters in Film Scoring, he has fused the cinematic aspect of his musical studies into his own songwriting, while also composing several instrumental tracks and other scores for short films as well. In the past couple years, he has been taking cover songs and reimagining them into his own cinematic world of piano and strings.
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Hal Walker plays Amazing Grace on the melodious khaen - a mouth organ from Laos and NE Thailand. Hal plays the khaen in a non-traditional way making it sound almost like bagpipes.
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Matt Meyer is a musician, educator, and worship leader. He travels around the country building musical community through drumming and songleading. He has a degree in hand drumming from Berklee College of Music and has studied abroad in Cuba, Ghana, and Central America. Matt loves exploring the intersections of music, culture, and social justice.
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Blake Rouse is an independent musician from Fort Collins, CO. Music has been a part of his life since day one. His parents gave him his first guitar when he was two years old and he hasn’t been able to put it down since. He released my first solo music project when he was thirteen years old after he borrowed my mom’s computer, and bought a cheap microphone on Amazon. After that, he knew that he wanted to make music his entire life. He has recorded more than a hundred original songs, composed music for numerous different people, and amassed more than thirty thousand plays on my personal soundcloud page.
Layne Elizabeth is a 19 year old independent singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist from Denton, TX. Her refreshing and witty songwriting style, purity in her tone, and laid back easy-on-the-ears vibe has captured fans across the globe. Her music has gained over 10 million streams across all streaming platforms and her songs have been placed on 19 Spotify editorial playlists. Her song "Forever Family" will be featured in an upcoming Netflix film. Layne is continuing to write, produce, and release new music throughout 2021.
Hal Walker jamming on a Makai handpan - D Kurd extended
J. David Moore is a composer, arranger, conductor, teacher, and Southerner who has lived in the Upper Midwest for most of his life. His music has been called “endlessly inventive,” “glorious…haunting… breathtaking,” and “joyous…wild and elemental.” He publishes through his company Fresh Ayre Music.


