A music blog written by Rich Brown
Sometimes words just get in the way. The strength of the metaphor, of the poetry, of the music is all in the vagueness. The listener takes from the lyric what they need to take. Explanation, definition, and tying the meaning down to one interpretation just robs the moment of its power. In that spirit, I... Continue Reading →
One of the most ancient myths is of a Fountain of Youth that would restore the youth of anyone who drank from it or bathed in its waters. There are versions of this tale that exist from as early as the 5th Century BC. One of the most familiar settings is associated with the 16th... Continue Reading →
Music and the movies go together like butter and popcorn. I have to admit I was first inspired to learn the trumpet after hearing the soundtrack in the movie Star Wars. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JG5OsfOuEy0 I have a grandson who is currently obsessed with the Indiana Jones movie series. Well, at least two minutes at a time... Continue Reading →
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