Celebrating creative expression. This banner was prepared for the annual community celebration where homes and businesses creative window displays and other attractive displays for the last weekend in February. Fortunately, many people leave their handiwork visible for weeks or months. This is where my “children” come to rehearse each week. I do celebrate their weeklyContinue reading “Celebrating Creative Expression”
Tag Archives: music
Patio concert
Two years ago when we all went in to lock-down because of the pandemic, my next door neighbour and I decided to present piano recitals for each other and our neighbours. For me the days were spent walking Toffee, watching news, watching videos and webinars on how to navigate online piano lessons and choir rehearsals,Continue reading “Patio concert”
Power of Music
Twelve years ago I had the opportunity to experience many “firsts”. Shortly after my husband died, I joined my daughter and the choir she was singing with on a trip to New York. Here are some of the firsts for me: first time in New York City. first time walking through (and getting lost in)Continue reading “Power of Music”
What do you hear?
What do you hear when you listen to a piece of music? What is the first thing that pops into your mind? A few minutes ago I listened to about 20 seconds of a new song, and was quite surprised at my response. Of course, as usual, I follow the melody along the staff, paintingContinue reading “What do you hear?”
Music as an escape
This morning I watched a film that was shared in a Facebook group which I was invited to join. The group was formed recently because of our local school district’s plan to axe the elementary and middle school music programs because of money problems. I won’t go into the details, or even my opinion ofContinue reading “Music as an escape”
Reflections 