Category Archives: Writing

Creativity Clinic for HCAMtv, January 2018, Lauren Passarelli featured guest

Posted on October 20, 2023 by L Pass

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ej43d-14d798c Lyric , music, melody, ideas, guitar voicings, jumping off places, how to start, continue, finish, trust your instincts in songwriting.

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Creative Conversations

Posted on June 19, 2023 by L Pass

I have wanted and needed creative company my whole life. I have longed and bewildered some part time creative friends in my life to keep running, keep makkering (creating) and wanting to know about their creations. It most likely came … Continue reading →

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L Pass Discography as of 2023

Posted on June 13, 2023 by L Pass
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Dialog with master bassman, Mike Bishop

Posted on June 8, 2023 by L Pass
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L Pass interviewed by Richard Niles for his podcast, Radio Richard

Posted on May 21, 2023 by L Pass
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A chat with L Pass

Posted on April 14, 2023 by L Pass

Q: How is it you can release so much music so consistently? Many musicians are fearful of committing to “making a record”, you seem to thrive on it. LP: Well, it’s the medium I love most. I like making sound … Continue reading →

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Snowcake ~ Listen to my new album, available everywhere you love to listen to music.

Posted on April 13, 2023 by L Pass

  Thank you, Kate, Mike & Mary, Michael, Leah & Mike, my special guest artists on this record. Thank you to Focal, & Tegeler Audio who make super gear that I love and featured on this album. Thank you to … Continue reading →

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Because It’s Fun and What We Do

Posted on February 18, 2023 by L Pass

  I’ve been getting a few comments on my youtube channel thanking me for reminding folks to have fun. Everything has gotten serious and monetized and only valued by income generating or why bother. Nobody would argue against earning more … Continue reading →

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Time To Begin

Posted on January 11, 2023 by L Pass

I’ve been in a deep dive of learning more about recording and mixing since 2014. That’s when I updated my interface to a UA Apollo and not long after that found Puremix. At the time they were the only online … Continue reading →

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Just Like Earth new full length CD & MP3 download

Posted on August 18, 2022 by L Pass

Buy CDs Buy MP3s It’s always so exciting for me to write new songs and see how they turn out in the studio. Here’s the latest batch! You’ll recognize many new songs from my writing spree in January 2022. Hot … Continue reading →

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The Highest Moon is here!

Posted on March 29, 2022 by L Pass

You can buy the MP3s here Or buy a CD here  

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Tegeler Live Instagram Interview

Posted on February 25, 2022 by L Pass
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A Month of Songwriting

Posted on February 1, 2022 by L Pass

January, 2022 A Month of Songwriting January seemed the perfect month to jump into the new year, and set a new goal: How many songs can I write in one month? Dedicate the month to just writing new songs. Twenty-three … Continue reading →

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Posted recently on the Berklee Blog

Posted on October 18, 2021 by L Pass

Lauren Passarelli ~ The new album ~ Night Vision

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Questions for me by Griffin Woytaszek

Posted on April 10, 2021 by L Pass

Thank you so much Lauren! I will let you know how my presentation goes. I appreciate you going into so much depth on these questions, and taking the time to do so. I found this very inspiring, particularly the piece … Continue reading →

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April 2021 Songwriting Mastermind

Posted on March 31, 2021 by L Pass

Songwriting Mastermind

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The Menino Arts Center Show March 5th, 2021

Posted on March 5, 2021 by L Pass

pre-recorded video concert, Guitar & Vocal, Piano & Vocal, performances 0:00 Frustration Station 4:10 That’s How It Is 8:04 That Explains The Sky 11:08 Haven’t A Care 15:01 Reach me 19:48 Leaf Feather Wing Stone 23:53 Canvas of Your Life 27:14 Guest List   32:41 Lean Back Into … Continue reading →

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Sign up for the next Songwriting Mastermind

Posted on January 30, 2021 by L Pass

Who’s it for? What can I expect? Songwriting Mastermind “I will be back for another session in the near future. Was a great experience.” ~ John S. “Thank you, I found these very inspirational and thought provoking. I didn’t know … Continue reading →

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Guitar Insights ~ Writing A Song

Posted on January 25, 2021 by L Pass

A Songwriting lesson: 0:00? Can’t learn how to ride a bicycle from a book alone 0:39? Unlock your confidence by practicing 2:43? Free association 3:35? Change one string, top E to C 4:13? Catch your ideas in a notebook 5:02? … Continue reading →

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Developing Your Musicianship

Posted on January 16, 2021 by L Pass

Excerpts from an online class 0:00 foam/sponge under the bridge, James Jamerson bass mute, prepared guitar 1:35 creating your favorite sounds 2:25 player’s personality 3:34 too many bar chords 3:46 breaking out of your playing rut 4:32 taking classes that … Continue reading →

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L Pass live at LOMA ~ Feature Performing Artist 2012

Posted on January 13, 2021 by L Pass

Notice the guitar parts for each song. You can accompany yourself in many ways. You don’t have to strum or finger pick the same way throughout the whole song. Songs include: 0:00 Sweetest Thing 3:15 Playing With The Pieces 7:55 … Continue reading →

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Songwriting Mastermind

Posted on January 12, 2021 by L Pass

Join Now   “Those who sign up are in for a treat as you are an amazing teacher, writer and performer. This is quite and opportunity for aspiring songwriters to jump at.” ~ Dave B.

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Night Vision ~ The Questions ~ The Interview

Posted on December 3, 2020 by L Pass

Night Vision ~ Questions submitted by Robin Stone, Claudio Raino, Max Abraham, Daniel Jackson, Bernadette Mac, Stan Pulnik, and Gina M. Vanderloop. RS: This song to my ears has a decidedly Steely Dan vibe about it. The harmonies and horn … Continue reading →

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Interview with Lauren Passarelli by Alexandria Mulé

Posted on October 26, 2020 by L Pass

L Pass Interview – by Alexandria Mulé AM: When did you realize that you wanted to first put your material out into the world rather th­­an keeping it for yourself? LP: I wanted to make a record from when I … Continue reading →

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Night Vision Press Release

Posted on June 2, 2020 by L Pass

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                     Contact: Lauren Passarelli lpassarelli@berklee.edu New Album: Night Vision Release Date: June 20, 2020   TOP MASSACHUSETTS MUSICIANS BAND TOGETHER TO MAKE GORGEOUS ALBUM  Lauren Passarelli has joined with some of the best music-makers to produce NIGHT … Continue reading →

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Inspiration Is Everywhere, In December

Posted on January 19, 2018 by L Pass

Recently I watched the film, De Lovely, about Cole Porter. It was so cool to watch another creative person doing his thing, and there were so many pianos in this film. I loved that. There were times in the film … Continue reading →

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In The Studio with Bird Mancini

Posted on January 7, 2017 by L Pass

Me & Ruby & Billy adding oohs to my song, Reaching For Love.

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‘Cause It’s Love

Posted on January 5, 2016 by L Pass

  ‘Cause It’s Love words & music: L Pass,  2015, January At a theater in the Bronx, kissing through the show. They happened so deliciously, missing Ivanhoe. They would soothe and inspire, speak gentle fire Kindle sweet desire to be together. At … Continue reading →

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Song Writing, Creativity Sessions & Beatle Events

Posted on October 28, 2013 by L Pass

Master guitarist, Lauren Passarelli has been a guitar professor at Berklee College of Music since 1984. • She’s an entertaining Performing Songwriter, • Beatles’ Expert • Creativity & Technology Clinician • Recording Engineer • Music Producer & Music Arranger • … Continue reading →

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Questions for Lauren, by Robin Stone

Posted on October 28, 2013 by L Pass

Questions for Lauren, by Robin Stone Bolstered By Blue and many other tunes on this record have arrangements that are very complex, with multiple backing vocal parts and various instruments coming in and out. How do you go about composing … Continue reading →

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