Shamanic Verse by Ethan James Startzman

Ethan James Startzman is a synesthete with chromesthesia, meaning his brain converts sounds to colors and shapes, and this album is an attempt into the use of sounds to “paint" a picture.  Shamanic Verse is an audio journey through dark forests, cold lonely mountains, and bustling cities using Eurorack modular synthesis and the meditative technique of following the sounds to their next evolutionary destination to create a film score-like atmosphere.
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Ethan began as a dancer, working his way up to professional ballet dancer and later found music after an injury ended his career.  Originally a bassist, who has played in every style of music from country to rock to salsa, he also works as a film composer in his native New York City.  His film work is primarily orchestral and experimental electronic.  

Ethan James Startzman is a composer, producer, and musician. His love of music began growing up as a dancer. He has been a Los Angeles studio bassist and toured internationally as the opening act for Christina Aguilera, Oasis, The Black Crowes, Barenaked Ladies, and Santana. He continues to produce records and singles for various artists, as well as composing for films and games.