Last fall, I was approached by a label based in Barcelona, Spain, called AD21 Music to write and record a song for Piano Day that would be included on a compilation album of theirs.

(For the unaware, Piano Day is an international celebration of the piano held on the 88th day of the year [for the 88 keys on a piano]. This year it falls on March 29.)

I’m not a big label guy (as I mentioned in my last post), but for several reasons – reputable label with a long history, other composers already signed on that I’ve long wanted to connect with, excellent contract terms, and just plain desire – I decided to do it.

The album doesn’t drop until March 29, but I can share my song with you here. It’s called Growing Up. It’s a tuneful little waltz. My sister said it reminded her of the Married Life theme from the movie Up. I guess it is in a similar vein – nostalgic, charming, dramatic. I hope you enjoy it!

And here’s a little background on the song: