Site Contributors :: Andrew Owen

Biography

As an eclectic musician, I have carefully studied many styles and instruments. I studied piano for nearly four years, and have very recently begun studying voice as a second bass. I have made pilgrimages to musical Meccas like Mountain View, Arkansas — where I learned more how to develop my skills on the mandolin and the mountain dulcimer — and England, where I performed in the various cathedrals, minsters, and churches therein. The organ has also become a study of mine. Also, I have worked with the throat-singing styles of Tyva; they have been great studies on the musical potential of the human voice.

I arrange to bring new life to old themes. For years, fans have marveled at the themes from the Final Fantasy and Chrono video game series. Many of my arrangements come from those series. Even a few Christmas melodies have been subjects of my arranging.

I compose to bring new works to the world. My first three pieces were performed at the Delta State University's resident accompanist's farewell performance. These won the 2006 MIAL Music Composition award, making me the youngest to have ever won it. Two of my next compositions, the sketches of Mississippi, were performed at a showcase by the succeeding accompanist, Dr. Kumiko Shimizu. The other two have been completed since then.

I transcribe to help me and other musicians understand new music. The process is very enjoyable, and is a powerful way to understand every part of a piece.

Contributed Arrangements

Title	Game	Instruments	Audio	Sheets
A Prayer to the Road that Leads	Chrono Trigger	Solo Piano
Gonzalez's Theme	Chrono Trigger	Solo Piano
Kaeru's Theme	Chrono Trigger	Solo Piano
Manoria Cathedral	Chrono Trigger	Solo Piano
Silent Light	Chrono Trigger	Solo Piano
Wind Scene	Chrono Trigger	Solo Piano
Airship	Chrono Trigger	Solo Piano
Jesters of the Moon	Final Fantasy IX	Solo Piano
I Want to Tell You Everything	Final Fantasy X	Solo Piano
Airship	Final Fantasy XI	Solo Piano
Federation of Windhurst	Final Fantasy XI	Solo Piano