In case you thought Ben Ramseyer's name rang a bell, it really does. Just look at him. There he was Sunday at Morristown's Presbyterian Church on the Green, wielding a 22-pound chime with surgical precision as a member of the renowned Rooke Chapel Ringers of Bucknell University. This performance was part of their National Tour. Watch the video and look for them in your area. I missed this performance because of real estate. Boo Hoo.
I couldn't get the video to appear within this blog post. Here's the link. Read the article and watch the delightful video if you love Bell Ringers. These young people are wonderful! I understand that the performance was packed with admirers. The young man with the big bell is a member of the congregation and started ringing in kindergarten. How nice.
Aren't you glad I'm interested in so many things? Add Bell Choirs to the list. Rosemary
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Showing posts with label music. Show all posts
Showing posts with label music. Show all posts
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Taylor Swift Sings Off Key
I am just going to say it. I don't think Taylor Swift has a good voice. I watched the Grammys on Sunday night and saw her receive award after award including album of the year for FEARLESS. She sang a duet with Stevie Nicks and was totally off key. It is wonderful that she writes all of her own songs and is so cute and such a good role model for young girls. I don't consider my "ear" to be that good but I just don't understand her runaway success. A singer with this much notoriety should have a wonderful voice, the keyword being singer. Yesterday, a music critic on NPR voiced this reaction too, so I know others must thinking the same thing. The next time you hear her on the radio, close your eyes (not if you're driving) and listen carefully. I guess people are buying her music and liking her adorable package in spite of her voice. Just my opinion. Agree or disagree?
Friday, January 29, 2010
Gwyneth Paltrow / Chris Martin Buy 3rd House on Same Street
There goes the neighborhood. London dwellers nearby are very distressed that this power couple has purchased yet another house on the same street. They now own three in a row and the neighbors aren't at all happy. Big fences, a large pool in the garden, trees taken down so cars can be parked, endless construction; it's too much. The latest one is for staff. I wonder if Coldplay has a recording studio in one? Read more.
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Perfect Day | Miriam Stockley | Rare Version
So hauntingly beautiful. This is the high quality, rare version. Here's hoping you have a Perfect Day today. This was the theme song for the BBC Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit and Friends Series from long ago. This wonderful version was found by: worryknot via Twitter. Thanks!
Enjoy any beauty you can find. Rosemary
Friday, January 22, 2010
Dancing On A Giant Typewriter Circa 1937
Friday, December 25, 2009
Nat King Cole | The Christmas Song | Video
This classic Christmas song is one of my favorites. Nat King Cole's voice is so beautiful. Merry Christmas, Rosemary
Here's the link in case this video isn't showing.
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Thursday, December 24, 2009
Mayo Clinic Music Fun | Video
You have to promise me that you will watch this video of a charming older couple playing the piano in the atrium of the Mayo Clinic. They are proof positive that music keeps you young. The gentleman is 90 years old. They are so cute together. You will feel very happy and energized enough to get through the busy day ahead too. Enjoy, Rosemary
PS...Here is an interview with these Octogenarian Idols that appeared on Good Morning America. Please share.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Friday, December 18, 2009
Sarah McLachlan | 'RIVER' | Live Performance
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I like this version too. Which do you like better, Sarah or Joni?
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I like this version too. Which do you like better, Sarah or Joni?
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Thursday, December 17, 2009
Joni Mitchell |'RIVER' | Rare Live Recording 1970
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Kristin Andreassen | Crayola Doesn't Make A Color For Your Eyes
This is great. You'll definitely feel happy after watching it! Guaranteed. The second grade helpers are pretty wonderful too.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
"Sequins are much more fun than bombs." Lady Gaga
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Bing Crosby | The Littlest Angel | Video
Sunday, November 29, 2009
An Open Fire + Christmas Music = Perfect Together
This open fire is a preview of a faux wood-burning fire on a wonderful holiday website. You never have to tend it as you listen to great classic Christmas music in the background. If you view it full screen (press F11) you would swear that it was the real thing. The musical selections are all old favorites that play continuously without repeating. I will pull this up while I wrap packages or when I want a wonderful image on my computer screen with seasonal music. Don't you love it? Enjoy and share. - Rosemary
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Billy Baldwin Designed With Books
The illustration is a watercolor painted by Mark Hampton of the Cole Porter library with bookcases designed by Billy Baldwin. So very beautiful!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel with Historical Videos
This English folk song dates back to late medieval times when the seaside resort of Scarborough was an important venue for tradesmen from all over England. Founded nearly 800 years ago, Scarborough Fair was a 45-day trading event that originated from a charter granted by King Henry III of England on 22 January 1253. The author of the following video used images from the illuminated manuscript 'Book of Hours' to tell the story along with baroque paintings by Vermeer and Van Ecke. I'm sorry it isn't in HD but it's still wonderful.
Watch this one too if you have time. I loved reading the lyrics as I listened to Simon and Garfunkel sing them.
Thanks for stopping by the cottage for some music mixed with some medieval history. Rosemary
Watch this one too if you have time. I loved reading the lyrics as I listened to Simon and Garfunkel sing them.
Thanks for stopping by the cottage for some music mixed with some medieval history. Rosemary
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
"Girls Are Like Apples" | Pete Wentz
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