Learn more about my musical works.
Explore the Artistry
of a Master Musical Composer
Welcome to the musical world of Charlie Clarke, where genres blend, cultures converge, and melodies tell timeless stories.
Here, you will find the creative brilliance of a distinguished musical composer and jazz pianist. My passion lies in crafting soundscapes that traverse cultural landscapes, weaving together elements of Jazz, Film Scores, and Classical music.
Musical Influences
My compositions are deeply rooted in storytelling through various genres such as Country, Traditional Folk, Sacred Music, New Age, and Latin Rhythms, aiming to evoke emotion and transport listeners.
Jazz
Improvisational spirit
Film Scores
Cinematic grandeur
Classical
Timeless elegance
Country and Traditional
Storytelling and rich heritage
Sacred and New Age
Reverent stillness and ethereal textures
Latin
Vibrant rhythmic pulse
A Versatile Career in Music
Throughout my years in the industry, I have written and performed several educational programs about music. In addition to being a composer, I am also a performing pianist, organist, bandleader, and educator. My performance experience also includes working as a solo pianist, piano bar performer, and a church and ceremonial pianist and organist.
Larger Performance Ensembles
- Dixie Rhythm Revue: A traditional Dixieland Band.
- Charlie Clarke Quartet/Quintet: Featuring piano, bass, drums, horns, and vocals, performing selections from the Great American Songbook.
- The Notorious Clarke Brothers: An organ trio-quartet featuring drums, organ, guitar, and, sometimes, saxophone.
- Sherri Pie Band: A pop rock band featuring Sherri Ehrlich on vocals.
Cross-Genre Artistry
As a composer and musician, I merged distinct worlds into something entirely new, with each piece offering a fresh auditory journey:
Jazz + Latin + Classical:
Midnight in Havana
New Age + Film Score:
Ethereal Landscapes
Country + Traditional + Sacred:
Appalachian Dawn
Worldwide Artistry
Music knows no borders. My compositions come to life through global collaborations with talented musicians from the United States, Brazil, Germany, England, Italy, Costa Rica, Hungary, Japan, Bulgaria, Portugal, and Mexico.
Music Programs and Offerings
As an experienced musician, I take pride in sharing my knowledge and passion for music and composition through engaging and educational programs.
Educational Programs
These programs are designed for seniors and libraries that want to explore history and culture through music. Examples include learning about the history of America through a song, as well as seasonal presentations such as Christmas through song, prose, and poetry.
Composer-Based Programs
These are focused on exploring the lives and musical contributions of some of America’s most influential composers, including Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers, and Hoagy Carmichael.
Connect with Me
To learn more about my craft as a jazz musician and composer, reach out to me for more information. I would love to share my experiences and insights with you.
