As you go about watching parades, listening to marching bands, remember those who have died that gave allowed you to celebrate another year of freedom.
Happy 4th!
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Monday, July 2, 2012
Poll Results!
So, if you've been using the web version of my blog, you'll have noticed the poll on the upper, right corner.
For the past 19 days, I've had the question "What's your favorite instrument?" up.
There was not a clear winner out of the answers, but "piano" pulled ahead. Close second was given to strings.
So, here's my question: why? What about the piano makes it your favorite instrument? Get back to me by the 6th and on the 7th, I'll share my thoughts.
For the past 19 days, I've had the question "What's your favorite instrument?" up.
There was not a clear winner out of the answers, but "piano" pulled ahead. Close second was given to strings.
So, here's my question: why? What about the piano makes it your favorite instrument? Get back to me by the 6th and on the 7th, I'll share my thoughts.
Friday, June 29, 2012
Series Ending
I'm sorry. I was not getting enough comments to warrant the continuation of the "Submit"series.
But, if you think that I should continue it, let me know.
In the meantime, I have a quick question for you: What could you not live without? Answer this by Sunday, July 1. I'll be writing a post about this topic.
Have a great Friday!
But, if you think that I should continue it, let me know.
In the meantime, I have a quick question for you: What could you not live without? Answer this by Sunday, July 1. I'll be writing a post about this topic.
Have a great Friday!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Another Quote
"There is no feeling,
except the extremes of fear and grief,
that does not find relief in music."
~ George Eliot (1819-80) ~
So, although I've already done a music quote, I think I'll continue posting them.
This quote says a lot to me. I find sanctuary in music. When you cannot turn anywhere else, music is always there. When friends and family seem distant, music is always familiar.
If you find a quote you think illustrates your take on music, please, leave it in the comments below.
Also, I'll be adding s link to my Tumblr any day now, so be looking for that.
except the extremes of fear and grief,
that does not find relief in music."
~ George Eliot (1819-80) ~
So, although I've already done a music quote, I think I'll continue posting them.
This quote says a lot to me. I find sanctuary in music. When you cannot turn anywhere else, music is always there. When friends and family seem distant, music is always familiar.
If you find a quote you think illustrates your take on music, please, leave it in the comments below.
Also, I'll be adding s link to my Tumblr any day now, so be looking for that.
Saturday, June 23, 2012
The Future of Music?
All of last week, I attended a composition camp at MacPhail Center for Music in Minneapolis. No where have I ever seen so much talent in one room before.
I can't name names (unless you identify yourself in the comments) but I can share stories.
On the second day, I sat down at the piano and began to play a composition I call "For Sarah". As I finished the piece, a boy we'll call Forrest, asked me to stop and start again, this time with guitar accompaniment. Not missing a beat, two boys, José and Israel, began to beatbox to the song.
The next day, Forrest got out his violin and fiddled to the tune of my song. José jumped onto the nearby drum set and another boy, Paris, started strumming on the guitar.
As I said, no where have I ever seen so much talent and dedication to music in one room before.
One girl, Cameron, composed, in my humble opinion, the best piano, violin, and cello piece I have ever heard. The humility of these people astounded me. I don't believe she understood how amazing, beautiful, and emotional her piece was. She simply shrugged off praise. So, Cami, if you're reading, know that your piece touched my heart.
Another girl, Georgiana, was sick and was unable to finish her piece before the concert. It was vocal and some parts of the text had to be spoken. It was stunning and very dramatic. She was embarrassed by the piece. I can say, it was one of the best pieces there.
Why am I going on and on and on about this? Why am I not writing some deeply thoughtful post about my experience? Because, the kids I'm writing about are 8-10 graders. I'm older than most of them. And yet, these composers created music that rivals some of the best, professional works I've heard.
If this is what the future of music holds, I am extremely proud to be a part of this era. But I am more proud to call these amazing people my peers.
I can't name names (unless you identify yourself in the comments) but I can share stories.
On the second day, I sat down at the piano and began to play a composition I call "For Sarah". As I finished the piece, a boy we'll call Forrest, asked me to stop and start again, this time with guitar accompaniment. Not missing a beat, two boys, José and Israel, began to beatbox to the song.
The next day, Forrest got out his violin and fiddled to the tune of my song. José jumped onto the nearby drum set and another boy, Paris, started strumming on the guitar.
As I said, no where have I ever seen so much talent and dedication to music in one room before.
One girl, Cameron, composed, in my humble opinion, the best piano, violin, and cello piece I have ever heard. The humility of these people astounded me. I don't believe she understood how amazing, beautiful, and emotional her piece was. She simply shrugged off praise. So, Cami, if you're reading, know that your piece touched my heart.
Another girl, Georgiana, was sick and was unable to finish her piece before the concert. It was vocal and some parts of the text had to be spoken. It was stunning and very dramatic. She was embarrassed by the piece. I can say, it was one of the best pieces there.
Why am I going on and on and on about this? Why am I not writing some deeply thoughtful post about my experience? Because, the kids I'm writing about are 8-10 graders. I'm older than most of them. And yet, these composers created music that rivals some of the best, professional works I've heard.
If this is what the future of music holds, I am extremely proud to be a part of this era. But I am more proud to call these amazing people my peers.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Submit Pop
I'm sad. I got absolutely no submissions for baroque music. I'll give it one more try.
SUBMIT POP
There, now I've given you the genre for this week. Please, don't let me down.
By the way, my "Fave Five" would be as follows
-Solfegietto(?)
-Bach' Prelude and Fugue in D minor
-Bach Prelude in E Major
-Handel La Folia
-Pachabel Canon in D
Remember, you have 6 days.
SUBMIT POP
There, now I've given you the genre for this week. Please, don't let me down.
By the way, my "Fave Five" would be as follows
-Solfegietto(?)
-Bach' Prelude and Fugue in D minor
-Bach Prelude in E Major
-Handel La Folia
-Pachabel Canon in D
Remember, you have 6 days.
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
A quote...
"Music does bring people together.
It allows us to experience the same emotions.
People everywhere are the same in heart and spirit.
No matter what language we speak, what color we are,
the form of our politics or the expression of our love and our faith,
music proves: We are the same."
~ John Denver ~
What have I been saying in my blog? Haven't I stressed the fact that music is a key part of coexisting with one another? Haven't I said that music dispels our petty differences? All I believe to be true about music is summed up within this quote. (Actually, no, I have plenty more to say)
I think that this quote, among countless others, accurately expresses my convictions about music. Music is so much more than a unified series of sounds. Music is an overwhelming torrent of pure emotion, allowing the participants, both performers and listeners, the opportunity to escape for a moment. I cannot think of another man-made experience similar to music.
So, here's today's question/quest: Find a quote, doesn't have to be related to music, that expresses your beliefs about a certain topic. I chose music because that's my passion. (Also, because this blog is called MUSIC is Beautiful)
It allows us to experience the same emotions.
People everywhere are the same in heart and spirit.
No matter what language we speak, what color we are,
the form of our politics or the expression of our love and our faith,
music proves: We are the same."
~ John Denver ~
What have I been saying in my blog? Haven't I stressed the fact that music is a key part of coexisting with one another? Haven't I said that music dispels our petty differences? All I believe to be true about music is summed up within this quote. (Actually, no, I have plenty more to say)
I think that this quote, among countless others, accurately expresses my convictions about music. Music is so much more than a unified series of sounds. Music is an overwhelming torrent of pure emotion, allowing the participants, both performers and listeners, the opportunity to escape for a moment. I cannot think of another man-made experience similar to music.
So, here's today's question/quest: Find a quote, doesn't have to be related to music, that expresses your beliefs about a certain topic. I chose music because that's my passion. (Also, because this blog is called MUSIC is Beautiful)
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