Listening for the week(s) of April 16-April 26 Delta Goodrem: Innocent Eyes I first heard Delta Goodrem songs during my grad school days. I’m not sure who introduced me to the music of the Australian pop singer but thank you. … Continue reading
Toward the beginning of the year, I started a type of project. This is not one of those projects that I stress over but one that is done as I drive. I listen. Over the course of my life, I … Continue reading
Hey everyone. I’m back at it again – making some covers and just stretching my circle of comfort a little by sharing. I identify as a pianist, so sharing my voice is difficult for me. It makes me more vulnerable … Continue reading
“One thing I love about Christmas music is that it has a tradition of warmth.” – Zooey Deschanel One of the things that I love most about Christmas is the music. This should really come as no surprise to anyone. … Continue reading
So, I did this today. It’s not much but it was fun to play around with and to create something.
So, back in 2014 I worked on a recording project. Some of you may remember this project. I did nothing with it in 2015 – I had other pressing concerns last year. I am wanting to pick this project back … Continue reading
I just got back from one of the most incredible experiences: Elton John live. I was breathing the same air, in the same room, within just a couple hundred feet of him. Elton John is one of my musical heroes. … Continue reading
So, today in my music group, the head of a maraca went flying! I think it is wonderful and I will tell you why I think it is wonderful. The man that I have playing the maracas is enthusiastic and has become … Continue reading
“The job of an educator is to teach students to see the vitality in themselves.” – Joseph Campbell I had an experience today with the parent of a student that really made me take a step back. This student started … Continue reading
I became a fan of Brooke Fraser back in grad school. I had been introduced to a couple songs from her “What to Do with Daylight” album and found a musician I could embrace. I come back and back to … Continue reading
