This memorial was created to remember Tim Conrardy who was born on March 25, 1957 and passed away on February 28, 2009. He touched many people's lives, particularly with his music and sounds. He was a resident of northern California for the last 30 years, but through the internet he had an impact far beyond that area. His online presence at Tim's Atari Midi World has many examples of his music and helpful articles, and his large collection of sounds reflects his extreme talent and will continue to be a well-used resource for musicians. When his passing was announced on www.kvraudio.com it generated 22 pages of condolences and thoughts from around the world within less than a day, including numerous mentions of his unfailing cheerfulness and helpfulness. There are additional postings and threads here and here, with songs written and software released in his memory. His recent co-workers created a summary of his sound-designing career.. If Tim touched your life, please share your thoughts here by leaving candles, condolences, and memories.
Latest Condolences
| Marc C |
An Amazing Creative Talent |
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As a newcomer to the world of soft synths, TimC (as I knew him) made my early travels a lot more interesting and educational. I only wish I could've learned more from him.
My most sincere condolences to Tim's family.
Adieu, Tim. You'll be missed!
Marc C. (Ohm)
| patrick mcdowell |
hey Timbo |
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For over 30 years we played music, laughed and you patiently mentored me with every question in the book about MIDI, atari, and then we would hook up and play..sometimes ninths passed, sometimes years.....but non the less it was as if Time had not passed. You and I could create musical genius , on the spot, in the moment, watching each others hands and fingers , following along wither eyes, ears, hearts imaginations and soul filled wonder at what each of us could and were doing musically.
Magic, true awe inspiring musical magic. Then you had to go, 6 months ago you left this earthly place, for the heavens above , you left family, friends, and thousands of others that I observe their contacts daily, weekly.
Tim my dear friend I miss you each and every day. I learn more now alone with you gone , but with you in my heart and mind as if I was going to see you this Christmas as we have for oh so many years past . And I could show a you a thing or two about what I have learned.
Timbo , in your passing I have learned so many things about my music, my musical passion and MIDI that you should be proud. Sometimes I look simply at the clouds and play...watching for that quick glimpse of you passing along from that clouds to the ground and back into the heavens...
Tim it's been 6 months and my admiration , love and awe of you will never pass......Patbo - out-
| Stef vanstiphout (Mute Albino) |
musician/composer |
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I remember having a problem in Cubase on my Atari (I was a newbie). I mailed him and got an answer right away. He was a kind man with great ears! Thanks Tim for that one message that gave me the kickstart!
Tim:
Thankyou for helping all of us Atari music folks over so many years.
The tips and knowledge you shared was invaluable. Many thanks
I know your efforts helped alot of us.
R.I.P.
LW
| Stefan Benz (lotek style) |
Tim's music in our archive |
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For everybody who doesn't know it yet... his music will be here forever... in our archive
FADING TWILIGHT - music from the atari scene:
http://fading-twilight.atari.org/browser/index.php?dir=fading_twilight_excerpt_07%2FTUNEZ%2FCONRARDY%2F
http://fading-twilight.atari.org/browser/index.php?dir=fading_twilight_excerpt_08%2FTUNEZUP2%2FCONRARDY%2F
http://fading-twilight.atari.org/browser/index.php?dir=fading_twilight_excerpt_11%2Ftunezup3%2Fc%2Fconrardy%2F
Rest in peace, TIM.
