Apr 16, 2017
Andreas Sahar, of New Orleans, is a musician, songwriter, and
the artistic director of Totally Square Records. In this
interview with Confetti Park, Andreas talks about his record label,
about his earliest childhood musical memories, and about nurturing
a love for music within his own young children.
Wimmerpot
From Andreas’ childhood recollections is the enchanting nickname
his grandmother gave him: “wimmerpot.” He discusses this nickname
in the interview... and from his website:
“My grandmother made up the word," explains Andreas. "Roughly
translated from German, her moniker for me was something along the
lines of “stewing teapot,” a reference to the constant humming I
did while playing with my Legos or train sets. At four years old,
music was already brewing inside my head, escaping in bouts of
sonorous steam while I fiddled with my toys.” More from his
website
Totally Square Records
Andreas discusses with Confetti Park the unique concept behind
Totally Square Records, which features pop and pop rock music. The
featured artists have more than captivating hooks, intriguing
melodies, and tight harmonies in common—they also share a
commitment to serve as positive role models to their fans.
“What we do is we sign recording artists who agree to stay out of
trouble, to stay away from all the tabloid catchers, and focus on
making great music,” Andreas explains. He then goes on to
introduce some of the artists featured on the label. (Enjoy clips
of the following artists from the roster of Totally Square Records
in the interview.)
Outside of the label, Andreas creates his own music—which runs the
gamut of styles from pop singles to long-form symphonic pieces and
musicals. Much of Andreas' musical creativity is inspired by
his spirituality. (Listen to some samples.)
Passing on the love of music
Andreas also enjoys collaborating with his children, twin boys and
a daughter, on music. Here is a song called "Rock 'n Roll
Star" that features a hook that his five-year-old daughter Ramona
came up with.
“She just started singing it and I immediately screeched to a halt
whatever I was doing and listened and started banging it away on
the piano,” says Andreas. “It’s such a catchy little hook!”
Andreas’ advice to parents who want their kids to find a creative
outlet is, first and foremost, let them breathe and have room to
find their own passion. And once you see their passion,
nurture it!
“Kids will have their own spark and their own interest, and you can
pick up on that," he says. "If you do see a spark, and a genuine
interest, I say feed it!”