Tag Archives: music

Pacabell Canon in D for the Season

Posted on December 15, 2014 by annetbell

Pacabell’s Cannon in D composed by the German  Baroque composer is one of the most famous pieces of classical music. It was first performed at the wedding of Bach’s brother in and about 1680 , and is very popular wedding … Continue reading →

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Damien Lawson, Finalist on The Voice

Posted on December 11, 2014 by annetbell

Damien has been one of my favorites this season.  This was a perfect song for this former  Los Angles TSA agent.  His heart shines through  his sparkling eyes as he emotes  a lifetime of love and struggles.  The final will … Continue reading →

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“Black Friday” by Steely Dan

Posted on November 28, 2014 by annetbell

David reminded me that Steely Dan had a song “Black Friday”. . . . title appropriate for today.  I love their music, not sure what the lyrics are about because they are sufficiently vague.  Doesn’t seem to be about shopping, … Continue reading →

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For the Love of Music . . . . . BBC

Posted on November 28, 2014 by annetbell

This is an amazing video about the place music holds  in the world and some of the varied musicians who enrich our lives.  Happy  Black Friday shopping !

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Music Monday “You Aint’ Seen Nothing Yet” by Bachman Turner Overdrive

Posted on November 17, 2014 by annetbell

Today in the gray, rainy,cold, snow on the ground November day, a classic rock song seemed a way to brighten the dreariness !  Bachman Turner- Overdrive is a Canadian rock band that  began their careers in Winnipeg.  They soon became … Continue reading →

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Music Monday “Seven Bridges Road” by Josh Graves

Posted on November 10, 2014 by annetbell

Josh Graves is an American Bluegrass musician who introduced the Dobro or resonator guitar.  It has a very emotional sound to it, reminding me of heart wrenching wailing of Civil War music or a hint of Scottish bagpipes. The second … Continue reading →

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Brownie Mix !

Posted on November 6, 2014 by annetbell

CoNSERNS-U    Food Pantry where I volunteer.    How’s this for inspiration? We were honored to learn today that a 12 year Boy Scout in Averill Park has committed himself to provide CoNSERNS-U with 200+ boxes of brownie mix that … Continue reading →

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Music Monday on Tuesday, Graham Nash “Teach Your Children Well”

Posted on October 28, 2014 by annetbell

This morning I saw Graham Nash on Morning Joe. He was singing this powerful song from the past, my past,  “Teach Your  Children Well.” Nash was a member of the folk, rock super group, Crosby, Stills, Nash, and sometimes Young. … Continue reading →

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Music Monday Jason Mraz “I Won’t Give Up”

Posted on October 13, 2014 by annetbell

Mraz is an American singer, songwriter who began his career in Coffee Houses in the San Diego area of southern California. His style  is heavily  influenced by Brazilian music. Mraz explained the track, in a “track-by-track” commentary for Billboard: “‘I … Continue reading →

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Music Monday Steely Dan “My Old School”

Posted on September 8, 2014 by annetbell

This selection has a twofold dedication. . . . . for good old Robert E. Lee High School and my classmates who reconnected last weekend.  And because Steely Day was in concert at Saratoga Performing Arts Center and was the … Continue reading →

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