Recently, I bought the book The Power of One, not just because someone recommended it to me, but because I like the title. It’s kind of like buying a bottle of wine because I like the label. What can I say, I’m a sucker for packaging. I have been thinking about this title and those words … More The Power of …Two
If you don’t own Live at Mona’s, read no further and go buy the album. If you already own the album, then you know who Patrick Ourceau is. And you also know that this Saturday there is no place else you should be but in Montpelier to watch him play. Patrick is a well-known and … More Patrick Ourceau, Live in Montpelier
Next week I’m heading to Connecticut to see my beautiful little niece perform in a ballet recital (yes, this is a picture of her, isn’t she sweet?). When I was her age I was also a little ballerina and had to perform in recitals such as this. As you can imagine, I am thrilled to see her … More How sessions are like a ballet performance.
St. Patrick’s Day week is one of my favorite weeks of the year, for obvious reasons. Not only do I usually have a handful of gigs to play at but usually some of the finest Irish musicians come out of the woodwork to share their craft. This year is no different. There are a bunch … More St. Patrick’s Day week, the festivities continue
Once, while waiting for a session to begin, I overheard someone at the table sitting next to me explaining to her friend what a session was. “It’s where a bunch of musicians get together and practice,” she said. Practice, hmm…Interesting observation. If you’re an avid reader of my blog, chances are you not only know … More Irish sessions – practice or performance?
Want to know what to buy your musician friend for Christmas? … More Top 10 Gifts to buy an Irish musician
When I was a little girl my grandmother used to say “listen with your ears not with your mouth.” I’ve been at sessions where I wish I could say something similar to some of the musicians around me like “listen with your ears not with your instrument.” If you listen to as much Irish music … More Listen with your ears, not your instrument
There is beauty in the white space. Whether its art, advertising or music, that empty space can enhance an experience. You don’t have to use every color or play every note for something to be beautiful. In fact some of the most beautiful tunes have a break in them and some of the most touching pieces of art are the simplest of pictures. … More Enjoying the white space
How to practice for an Irish session. … More How to practice for a session
Looking for great Irish music in Vermont? Visit Radio Bean on Wednesday nights for one of the oldest running Irish sessions in Burlington. Located on South Winooski Ave in Burlington, VT. … More An Irish session to count on
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