Larry is a classically trained pianist, who began piano lessons at 5 years old. He started his first band at 13 with his sister and some neighborhood kids. At 15, Larry was playing small concerts with his Christian rock band “Solid Faith” at various youth camps, rallies, and churches in Southern Ca. Larry graduated from high school in 1981 and went on to study piano composition at the University of Redlands. By the time Larry was 20 he was playing the LA and OC club circuits with a variety of bands.
And like so many musicians' stories go...Larry dropped out of college and pursued his music career full time. In the mid-80’s, Larry became involved in a small project studio with a friend, and gained valuable recording studio experience, particularly as a studio musician. Larry has performed as a session keyboardist and/or pre-production midi programmer for a variety of record labels and artists including Sony Music, Suicidal Tendencies and Joe Satriani. Larry co-wrote a song with LA DJ Victor Cedeno called “Baby Now,” pitched specifically for a popular 80's girl trio. Larry has written countless music cues for many “never to be seen by the general public” corporate videos. In 1995, Larry co-wrote "Raining down in Dallas," with country artist Rich Allen.
In 1996, Larry decided he was through with music. Larry began taking night classes at a local college. Larry became very interested in health sciences. He completed all the prerequisites to enter nursing school. Larry entered nursing school and became an RN in 2000. In 2001 he earned his Bachelors of Science in Nursing. With his music career fading farther and farther behind him, Larry entered anesthesia school in 2005 to become a CRNA. After as series of life altering events, Larry decided that music is his calling, not anesthesia. Larry currently works as a critical care nurse, is composing music for his third CD, and plays keyboards at his local church.
And like so many musicians' stories go...Larry dropped out of college and pursued his music career full time. In the mid-80’s, Larry became involved in a small project studio with a friend, and gained valuable recording studio experience, particularly as a studio musician. Larry has performed as a session keyboardist and/or pre-production midi programmer for a variety of record labels and artists including Sony Music, Suicidal Tendencies and Joe Satriani. Larry co-wrote a song with LA DJ Victor Cedeno called “Baby Now,” pitched specifically for a popular 80's girl trio. Larry has written countless music cues for many “never to be seen by the general public” corporate videos. In 1995, Larry co-wrote "Raining down in Dallas," with country artist Rich Allen.
In 1996, Larry decided he was through with music. Larry began taking night classes at a local college. Larry became very interested in health sciences. He completed all the prerequisites to enter nursing school. Larry entered nursing school and became an RN in 2000. In 2001 he earned his Bachelors of Science in Nursing. With his music career fading farther and farther behind him, Larry entered anesthesia school in 2005 to become a CRNA. After as series of life altering events, Larry decided that music is his calling, not anesthesia. Larry currently works as a critical care nurse, is composing music for his third CD, and plays keyboards at his local church.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
My music is reaching places that it never would without it
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
yes. particulary for distribution
Band History:
I have been at it for 30+ years
Your influences?
Beethoven, Jim Brickman, John Tesh, David Foster
Favorite spot?
Newport beach Ca.
Equipment used:
Yamaha S 90 es, sonar studio 5
Photos
Music
solo piano
solo piano
instrumental, somewhat contemplative
Piano solo
solo piano.
a quiet chill track
piano solo
Christian composer. Instrumental
instrumental
Christmas tune
Solo piano
instrumental
short piano solo. actually, will be an intro to another tune
Christmas tune
instrumental
solo piano. An interpretative soundtrack to a thunderstorm
Comments
posted on Sat January 31, 2009
A truly beautiful song. Found myself "singing" along with the dancing notes. Really enjoy this one.
Blessings,
Robert Strom
Blessings,
Robert Strom
Robert Strom
http://soundclick.com/robertstrom
http://soundclick.com/robertstrom
posted on Thu October 2, 2008
Larry Ashby on SoundClick, you got the dopest sounds and I'm feeling your page....I sell beats, check em' out, tell me what you think, peace. =]
Kingly
http://soundclick.com/Kingly
http://soundclick.com/Kingly
posted on Sat May 31, 2008
I like the beginning of this tune...it reminds me the 80's!!
Martino Vergnaghi
http://soundclick.com/martinovergnaghi
http://soundclick.com/martinovergnaghi
posted on Sat May 31, 2008
Nice piano piece!! Congratulations!!
Martino Vergnaghi
http://soundclick.com/martinovergnaghi
http://soundclick.com/martinovergnaghi
posted on Thu December 6, 2007
fantastic music! i'm a solo pianist/singer, and i always keep my ears open for great piano music. nice work!
greg ralls
http://soundclick.com/gregralls
http://soundclick.com/gregralls
posted on Fri February 9, 2007



With blessings,
Lea from Helsinki, Finland
http://soundclick.com/hospitalchoirinhelsinki