A Series of Firsts

I have been in an introspective, contemplative, meditative frame of mind as of late.  That is not an unusual state in which to find myself.  I am a pretty thoughtful and analytical sort of person, maybe too much so.  I have been accused of thinking too much, and at times, that accusation is entirely accurate.... Continue Reading →

The Dreaded Opera Category for $200 Please, Alex

The long running game show Jeopardy! is a frequent guest during dinner in my house.  This classic “answer and question” trivia contest is often on a small television in the background as dinner is being prepared and the table set for a meal.  Recently, during one of the college or teen tournaments for the show,... Continue Reading →

American Holiday

The American Independence Day holiday is fast approaching.  I updated the Post Series page on Good Music Speaks to include the series of three posts I wrote on the Violin Concerto by Alban Berg.  Then I tried to think of what might make an appropriate musical subject for the upcoming Fourth of July here in... Continue Reading →

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