Martin Jeremy Richardson

Composer

Return Trip was established by Martin Richardson to record and distribute  his compositions and arrangements inspired by Spanish music.  

 The name Return Trip, Ida y Vuelta in Spanish, refers to musical styles that have their roots in Spain, evolved in Central and South America, and then “returned home” to Spain in modified form.  

 

Martin lived in Spain for amny years and  has studied music composition with  the Open College of  Arts, Berklee College of Music and the Film Scoring Academy of Europe. 

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Based on compositions written by Martin whilst studying at the Film Scoring Academy  of Music, this album consists of five tracks  recorded in Sofia by the European Recording Orchestra.  The album explores some of the emotions that can be portrayed  by film music to enhance the viewers experience whilst watching films.  

Spanish Roots

This instrumental album is inspired by traditional Spanish and flamenco  music. It illustrates  the rich melting pot  of styles that have influenced Spanish music over the centuries, including   Arab, European  and South American folk songs and dances.  
All sales will be donated to Care International,  a global charity working to save lives and alleviate poverty around the world

Musicians 
Faliq Auri (Malaysia / Uilleann Pipes), Kristel  Birkholz (South Africa / Viola, Violin),  Francesco Bruno (Italy / Bandoneon), Keri Degg (UK / Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone), Bruno Elisabetsky (Brazil / Guitar), Erkan Erginci (Turkey /  Duduk), Nadav Itzhak (Israel /  Oud, Quanun, Percussion), Chris Lawry (UK / Piano, Organ), Reinaldo Ocando (Venezuela / Marimba, Percussion), Anderson Romero (Costa Rica / Tuba), Larry Salzman (US / Percussion),William Stewart (Scotland / Violin, Viola, Violoncello), Emily Zimmer (US / Guitar, Mandolin)

Music by Martin Richardson, mixed by Remon Beeftink 

 

 

 

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