He studied at Goldsmiths, University of London with Roger Redgate, Dimitri Smirnov and Jeremy Peyton-Jones. His instruments, whilst at university, were the bass guitar and the double bass. As a performer, he has played as a member of various ensembles at venues including the ICA, Kings Place and the Queen Elizabeth Hall.
Daniel has had works performed by a variety of groups such as the Hebrides Ensemble, the Allegri Quartet, COMA and players from the LSO. In 2010 he was selected to take part in the prestigious Composers Course in St. Magnus where he received tuition from Sally Beamish, Alasdair Nicolson and Peter Maxwell-Davis. In 2009 he attended the Canford composition course where he received tuition from Malcom Singer, once a student of Gyorgy Ligeti.
In December 2012, Daniel’s first chamber opera , As Above, So Below commissioned by Birkbeck, University of London, was performed at the Wellcome Institute to mark the end of the Pain Project – a global research project into the cultural history of pain. His work Prayer for amplified violin and live electronics, was arranged for Aisha Orazbayeva and premiered at the London Contemporary music festival in 2013.
Daniel has created numerous scores for film, television and sound installations as well has having helped in the production of several pop albums. His song Broken Flowers Was played on BBC Radio 1 as part of Eclair Fifi's show 'In New DJs We Trust'. He also writes, performs and DJs in the electronic music Duo 'Dux Content', who are currently negotiating a recording contract. In 2013 he also assisted in the production of Tori Amos' musical The Light Princess at the National Theatre.
Daniel's acoustic and electro-acoustic works are influenced by composers such as Mitterer, Sciarrino, Nicholas Collins, Stravinsky, Luzzaschi and Philippe de Vitry and his musical interests range from the 14th century Ars Subtillior to video game soundtracks of the 1990s. Daniel’s creative energy stems from an overwhelming curiosity about where expression lies in sound and the various ways in which it can be manipulated.
Heavy Eyelids
Danny L Harle Lyrics
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In a minute I will wake up
And learn to live with myself
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
Maybe I'll be someone else
I freefall in dreams
I'm losin' my mind
Not sure what it means
In a minute I will wake up
And learn to live with myself
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
Maybe I'll be someone else
In a minute I will wake up
And learn to live with myself
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
Maybe I'll be someone else
I freefall in dreams
I'm losin' my mind
Not sure what it means
But I'll be alright because
In a minute I will wake up
And learn to live with myself
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
Maybe I'll be someone else
In a minute I will wake up
And learn to live with myself
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
Maybe I'll be someone else
In a minute I will wake up
And learn to live with myself
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
Maybe I'll be someone else
In a minute I will wake up
(I freefall in dreams)
And learn to live with myself
(I'm losin' my mind)
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
(Not sure what it means)
Maybe I'll be someone else
(But I'll be alright because)
I, I, I, I, I, I...
The song "Heavy Eyelids" by Danny L Harle is a reflection on the struggles of living with oneself and the hope that a new day might bring a fresh perspective. The repetition of "I, I, I..." reinforces the introspective nature of the lyrics and the emphasis on the self. The opening lines suggest that the singer is awaiting a new awakening in which they can come to terms with their sense of identity. The heavy eyelids indicate a sense of fatigue and a struggle to stay alert, both physically and mentally. The singer may be feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by their personal struggles, and the idea of possibly becoming someone else offers a sense of escape from their current situation.
The freefall in dreams and loss of the singer's mind depicts a sense of confusion and possibly chaos within them. It can be interpreted as them traversing a dark and difficult period in their life, while not entirely sure of how to navigate through it. However, the singer is optimistic about the future as they continue to reassure themselves that they will be alright. The repetition of "Maybe I'll be someone else" reinforces the idea that the singer is looking towards the future with a desire to transform themselves and create a new identity.
Overall, the song reflects on the inner battles that people face and the struggles of coming to terms with one's identity. The hopeful tone at the end indicates that the singer is looking towards a brighter future where they can learn to live with themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I, I, I, I, I, I...
The repetition of 'I' represents the singer's focus on their own experiences and feelings.
In a minute I will wake up
The singer is looking towards the future with hope that they will find a way to better understand themselves.
And learn to live with myself
The singer is currently struggling to come to terms with who they are as a person and is striving to accept themselves.
Heavy eyelids try to wake up
The singer is physically and mentally exhausted and is struggling to stay awake.
Maybe I'll be someone else
The singer is contemplating the possibility of changing who they are but is uncertain if it is possible.
I freefall in dreams
The singer is experiencing vivid dreams that feel like they are beyond their control.
I'm losin' my mind
The singer is beginning to question their own sanity as they navigate their thoughts and emotions.
Not sure what it means
The singer is struggling to make sense of their experiences and doesn't know how to interpret them.
But I'll be alright because
The singer acknowledges their struggles but remains optimistic about their ability to overcome them.
Contributed by Eliana C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.