My “office” this morning is my favorite book store for a killer coffee and scone and some research time and conversation. This morning, I am listening to Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7 in E Major (WAB 107) interpreted by the Romanian conductor Sergiu Celibidache (1912-1996). According to one web site, his name is pronounced: SER-zhoo … [Read more…]
I’m still sick as a dog. I’m listening to the symphonies, yes. But typing up each blog is a colossal pain in the hoo-hah because my head hurts, my eyes are watering, and I can’t breathe. (Other than that, Mrs. Lincoln. What did you think of the play?) It’s a good thing I’m doing this … [Read more…]
This morning, I am listening to Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 5 in B Flat Major (WAB 105), nicknamed “Pizzicato Symphony” or “Tragic,” interpreted by the Romanian conductor Sergiu Celibidache (1912-1996). According to one web site, his name is pronounced: SER-zhoo Chay-lee-bee-DAH-ke. I’ll have to take their word for it. If you want to read the … [Read more…]
My “office” this morning is another favorite local restaurant: Mr. Burger. The food isn’t fancy. It’s just well made, delicious, and hearty. It’s the people that make it worth visiting. Mr. Burger is like the TV show Cheers. Everybody knows your name, and they’re always glad you came. It’s the ideal spot for… This morning, … [Read more…]
My “office’ this morning is home. I’ve positioned my desk to face out on the small lake behind our place. It’s a blustery March day, which signals a change in the weather. In this case, the temperature is dropping. But it’s a pretty view nonetheless. This morning, I’m listening to Bruckner’s Symphony No. 3 in … [Read more…]