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Sandpiper Records is a music label that produces music beyond ink on paper. We offer inspired and daring arrangements and new works from composers, Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. So think of Sandpiper as an instrument, as the avenue for you personally, whether you are the artist or listener alike, enjoy discovering new songs, new landscapes of sounds and stories of harmonies, once unsung, but now alive and sounding.
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Recent Releases
Travel with Julianna Waller and Carlos R Martinez to the 1920s, an era where big band and the blues would sing beautiful melodies to your heart’s delight. One hundred years later Sandpiper Records brings you one of Gershwin’s most iconic and famous pieces he composed, The Man I love. Enjoy as master violinist Julianna Waller, joins the ranks of Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee, Julie London, Cher and Diana Ross to name a few, in beautifully performing a legendary American masterwork.
Notably, Gershwin’s biographer Howard Pollack wrote that the great English composer John Ireland, while sipping on a whiskey and having listened to The Man I Love, turned to a friend and said:
“That, my boy, is a masterpiece…Perfect, my boy, perfect. This is the music of America.”
To you, to Gershwin, and the music of America! Enjoy!
I say “tomato”, you say? …and the rest is history! George and Ira Gershwin are a powerhouse of great American music and their legacy continues to enamor all who listen.
Julianna Waller and Carlos R Martinez at Sandpiper Records start this 2020 with a celebration of Gershwin!
So here’s to, “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off” now available on our site.
Enjoy Sandpiper Records Newest Christmas Album! Simply Christmas
Winter in the Forest, comes alive in Sandpiper Records newest release by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez.
May you be filled with God’s joy and grace and strengthen with hope of faith with, Devotional, a solo piano album of beloved hymns from concert pianist Carlos R Martinez.
The sights and sounds of a busy city with an executive hustling to the next meeting all come to a halt as the enthralling melody of a Bolero sneak out of the corner dance studio. Composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez’ new release is a fusion of classical with traditional Cuban sounds in, A Bolero in the City.
The Queen dances through her castle as wind twirls her hair and long dress. She is barefoot, she is free, and she is full of life.The Barefoot Queen, from Sandpiper Records, is a glimpse into a wondrous scene of ultimate beauty as the melody spins an epic tale. Composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez deliver a luscious melody with gorgeous orchestral movement.
An unbridled adventure full of energy, beauty, and freedom as a force of nature is what you will hear in Sandpiper Records newest release, Wild Horse Overture, by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. Jump on bareback and go for the ride.
Travel with Sandpiper Records to Argentina and enjoy, Tango, The 50th release by composers Julianna Waller and Carlos R Martinez. Listen to the violin and bandoneón evocatively and passionately lead the orchestra through this rich and highly stylized dance.
released October 29, 2019
Violin: Julianna Waller
Piano & Orchestration: Carlos R Martinez
Where will you go while listening to Fantasia No. 1? Allow Julianna Waller to take you there as she beautifully performs Sandpiper Records newest production. Brilliantly orchestrated, this captivating and stylistically evolving melody unites performer, orchestra and audience as one.
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released October 22, 2019
violin: Julianna Waller
Piano & Orchestration: Carlos R Martinez
In the spirit of celebrating today’s excellent youth, Sandpiper Records releases its first song, Sweet Joy Fills My Heart. Featuring vocals by 13 year old Sarah Wheeler, poetic lyrics by her mother Elizabeth, and rhythm guitar by 14 year old Samuel Lock, this production will warm the heart. In all things music, composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez passionately value providing opportunities for the education and enrichment of young musicians.
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Breaking night’s sky, I see hope shining in the sunrise
Morning’s light is here, drying tears – my soul comes alive
All alone I wait, for the day that we’ll meet,
where o where are you under night’s stars?
Morning brings me light – it’s sweet joy, and it’s filling my heart.
Breaking winter’s storm, I see hope bloom in colors of spring
Roses burst forth, and earth’s painted with the love you will bring
All alone I walk, under bluebirds’ sweet call,
My thoughts turn to paths meant for two.
Then spring’s song of life – it’s sweet joy, and it’s filling my heart.
Walking by your side, new light shines at night under moon
Deep red flowers fade, but our hands join in snow walks for two
You were always there, every sunrise, I knew,
Spring’s life sang dreams do come true
Now your song brings love – it’s sweet joy, and it’s filled up my heart.
Lyrics: Elizabeth Wheeler
Composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez capture the richness of the Jewish culture in, Tradition, Sandpiper Records newest release. The expressiveness of Julianna Waller’s playing and the orchestration, is deeply moving and dramatic as the violin pulls the listener close.
Sandpiper travels to Spain and brings you, Spanish Dance, by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. Listen to violinist Julianna Waller as she leads you with this elegant and beautiful melody rich in internal rhythm and flare. The ensemble, guitar, mandolin and castanets bring you the ambiance of that exotic and legendary country.
O Captain! my Captain!..that is how Walt Whitman starts his famous poem dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln after his death. And now composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez, inspired not only by the poem and Lincoln himself bring you, Lincoln American Soundscape No. 2, and invite you to exult his legacy; one that changed American history.
Triumphant in its melodic scope this work is boldly expressed from the monumental oratory of the solo violin opening, to the majestic melodic lines and prodigious orchestration.
O Captain! my Captain!..that is how Walt Whitman starts his famous poem dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln after his death. And now composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez, inspired not only by the poem and Lincoln himself bring you, Lincoln American Soundscape No. 2, and invite you to exult his legacy; one that changed American history.
Triumphant in its melodic scope this work is boldly expressed from the monumental oratory of the solo violin opening, to the majestic melodic lines and prodigious orchestration.
Radiant, Sandpiper Records newest release is brilliant, full of joyful authentic fiddling, and just the perfect soundtrack blending musical storytelling with gorgeous orchestration. Composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez continue to bring forth rich and inspiring new music.
Magnificent by definition is something breathtaking, impressively beautiful, extravagant and glorious. Let Sandpiper Records newest, plugged-in release take you there. Soar with the majestic “lead” violin playing as Julianna Waller dramatically rocks this melody in its rich rhythmic landscape. Composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez deliver a spectacular and creative production in, Magnificent, elevating the plugged-in violin as a powerful musical force.
Slow dance with your partner as traditional country sounds meet the Sandpiper Records composers, Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez in, Sunset (A Southern Waltz), the label’s newest innovative release. Dobro, mandolin, simply sweet country fiddling with masterful production capture the heart of the Country Western slow dance in Sandpiper style.
It’s a sophisticated night downtown, city lights & jazz energize the scene in, Urban, Sandpiper Records newest plugged-in release by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. Trumpets, vibraphone, and a hot rhythm section set the stage for violinist Julianna Waller to exploit this cosmopolitan melody.
Travel back in time when tradition is cherished, pursued, and elegance abounds with couples young and old. The ideal love story unfolds as the elegant gentleman honors his fine lady in, Old Fashioned Love, Sandpiper Records newest release for violin, piano, and orchestra by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez.
Traverse the Universe as driving bass, keyboards, and electronic sounds supercharge the incredible lead melody of, Enchanted Electric, Sandpiper Records newest plugged-in release by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. In the spirit of today’s finest lead guitarists, Julianna Waller burns new paths for the modern violinist.
Who loves an adventure that is fantastic, imaginative, and full of majesty? Be taken to a mysterious world with, Enchanted, Sandpiper Records newest release by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. Check out the video!
Gator bites & hot sauce anyone? Taste a steamy summer eve in the deep South as a jam breaks out with blues fiddler, Queen Julie kickin’ off the leading riff, slides, sassy attitude and all things bluesy.
Sandpiper Records showcases a teaser of what is to come with Queen Julie, the fourth in the series of Soliloquies by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. So, move with this innovative morsel of sound in the form of open musical expression as the players bring IT, in yet another groundbreaking release.
Be enthralled by Sandpiper Records hot new release, Red, composed by Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez.
With the suave of a tigress prowling under the light of the moon, this gorgeous jazz/fusion composition is spellbinding in its melodic content, lustrous groove, and other-worldly soloing. Violinist Julianna Waller enchants and allures thru sultry musical lines and untamed, red-hot improvisation.
The incredible soloing sections inspired us to release 2 takes!
Isn’t it lovely? Yes, this new release by Sandpiper Records is indeed, Lovely. Composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez, celebrate a simple yet beautiful melody in this new music for violin, piano and orchestra. Listen and go deep into the musical character and its open-ended conclusion.
Sandpiper Records wishes you a happy 4th of July with two iconic, patriotic songs in true Sandpiper style! Enjoy this free download from composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez!
Holding nothing back, violinist Julianna Waller explodes on the scene as a formidable creative voice with Sandpiper Records new release, Soliloquy No. 3 (Preface, Statement, Epilogue) for unaccompanied violin. Intense, edgy, modern, all describe the extreme thematic battles that dominate and evolve over three movements. Amidst daring harmonic and aggressive improvisation, the main warm and pleasing theme is not overcome by dissonance and rhythmic tension but remains unwavering in its expression.
Triumph, Sandpiper Records victorious new release composed by Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez, takes the listener thru challenge and a season of effort and resolve for the path of self-actualization. Violinist Julianna Waller climbs the highest musical peaks with conviction, strength, and purpose of spirit; embracing the mountain top with arms outstretched in the giving and receiving of kindness.
Sandpiper Records presents, The Color of You, by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez. This spirited and joyful release is full of energetic fiddling with modern Celtic flavor in harmony with the magical beauty of lyricism our fans have come to expect.
Embrace, a monumental new release from Sandpiper Records by composers Julianna Waller & Carlos R Martinez, is the newest music of our times.
Dare! Dare to listen deeply. From the gut of the soul, virtuoso violinist Julianna Waller expresses all of life’s pains from trauma, crisis, oppression and everything dark to embracing the victory and triumph of art realized as meaningful.
Especially poignant and evident in the courageous unaccompanied violin track, this one-take, raw recording exposes ultimate inner forward movement; moving upward, like the fire of flying freely without limits, as God embraces.
Beyond ink on paper, violinist Julianna Waller’s emotive and dramatic interpretation of, Opus 27, Sandpiper Records newest release composed by Carlos R Martinez presents the listener with soaring melodic expression and introspective nuance.
It has been said “…those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.” F. Nietzche
So, be swept off your feet as violinist Julianna Waller leads you through the exquisite musical lines and expressions in, Waltz for Violin and Orchestra, Sandpiper Records newest release composed by Carlos R Martinez.
Virtuoso violinist, Julianna Waller, brings to life Sandpiper Records newest release, Pixels. A work for violin and orchestra composed by Carlos R Martinez was literally inspired by “pixels”; those minute areas of illumination on a display screen which create an image.
The rhythmic melody takes unexpected twists, daring turns, and lyricism is soon taken away by blaring brass and over the top fun. Julianna Waller’s performance will bring an exhilarating smile!
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Take flight with Sandpiper Records newest release, The Butterfly, a tone poem for violin and orchestra composed by Carlos R Martinez. From stillness emerges life; stretching, struggling and finding a way. Beating wings take flight into a wondrous world of color and simple glory.
Violinist Julianna Waller expresses this delicate elegance and freedom as the ethereal melody unfolds.
Watch the video: https://sandpiperrecords.bandcamp.com/video
Experience the weight of the soul’s innermost expressions in, Soliloquies for Violin by Julianna Waller and Carlos R Martinez, Sandpiper Records newest release.
Julianna Waller shares the depth of personal realization through intense, organic expression as lyricism, harmonic dissonance, and rhythmic flow reveal inner exploration; the liberation of emotional nuance and tension. Like an unedited journal entry from the soul, the defiant final chord takes the one that listens to their own conclusion.
Sandpiper Records release, American Soundscape No. 1 for solo violin, piano and orchestra by Carlos R Martinez dynamically presents the newest music of our times. Its epic beauty and intensity inspired by Robert Frost’s poem, The Road Not Taken, presents two powerful themes majestically adapted, interpreted, and performed by violinist, Julianna Waller. “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—,
I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost
Sandpiper Records brings you, Festival, composed by Carlos R Martinez. A playful melody featured on mandolin, bandoneon, and clarinet takes you on a stroll through streets adorned with local fine art, traditional cuisine and the sounds of the city coming alive one fine afternoon.
Waller-Martinez flex their heavy metal prowess in Sandpiper Records new release, Lone Rider.
Brilliant composer Carlos R Martinez takes the listener through a vast emotional landscape with his intriguing opening theme, virtuosic fire and passion, and heart and lyricism in, Legend, Sandpiper Records new release.
Carlos R Martinez captures the flavors of his homeland with Nicaraguano, Soundscape No. I, Sandpiper Records new release. The warm tone of the guitar, rhythmic and beautiful melodic lines, percussiveness of the Cajón and bass, and playfulness of the accordion paint a rich picture of the Nicaraguan folklore tradition.
Violinist Julianna Waller, explores the depths of the heart’s sorrow in, Lament, a Tone Poem, Sandpiper Records newest release composed by Carlos R Martinez. This devastatingly emotional melody takes the listener through the passion of grief and eventually to a brighter feeling of acceptance, reflection, and hope.
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Sandpiper Records brings you, The Wedding, composed by Carlos R Martinez. Julianna Waller, with her unique artistry blending folk and classical violin techniques, unveils this lovely melody as storyteller of a beautiful day to remember.
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A fiddle, mandolin, guitar, accordion, and an upright bass walk into…a vintage tune. And just like that, champion fiddler Julianna Waller blends Americana fiddling with her deep European roots in this rendition of, Oh Lonesome Home. …
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Close your eyes and imagine a bird take flight, turn, dive and play with the wind as Julianna Waller, in her signature style of artistic storytelling spins the adventures of Like a Bird – a Tone Poem, composed by Carlos R Martínez.
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We are excited to announce our “new music” release, Petite Chanson for violin and piano, composed by Carlos R Martinez and beautifully performed by Julianna Waller.
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In the Summer of 1888, Edward Elgar and Alice Roberts were engaged to get married. Alice wrote a poem to Elgar and he in turn wrote her a song, “Love’s Greeting”; today known as “Salute d’amour”. The following year they were wed at the Brompton Oratory in South Kensington, England.
Christmas Time, an album for the 2018 holidays, featured Julianna “plugged in” to rock out the electric guitar sounds on Carol of the Bells.
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