Unfinished Earth – music inspired by nature
Nature has provided inspiration for countless musicians over the centuries. Award-winning composer Douglas Knehans has just released a new CD entitled Unfinished Earth, which evokes …
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Maria Schneider, music inspired by nature
Jazz composer Maria Schneider draws much of her inspiration directly from nature. Her latest recording, The Thompson Fields, is inspired by the prairies where she …
Poetry and music – Vivaldi’s Winter
Antonio Vivaldi published his famous group of violin concertos, The Four Seasons, in 1768 at the age of forty-seven. They were what was known as …
The Groundskeeper’s Daughter – ethereal music from the garden
Nature has inspired music throughout history, from Vivaldi to modern-day art installations. The duo Dolls Come to Life explore the theme of a garden on …
Zebra finches rock the house
Springtime is often heralded by the music of birds, but not usually playing electric guitars. Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts, has an exhibit through …
A Celebration of Flight
Last week I had the pleasure of seeing a performance of A Celebration of Flight by IBEX Puppetry, directed by Heather Henson. Featuring a blend …
Exploring the animal kingdom through music
Composers draw inspiration from everything around them, and many great songs have sprung from nature. Musicians Dak and Adam are taking their inspiration one step …
Happy Spring!
* * * * * Spring is sprung, even though the weather is still a bit uncooperative. To celebrate the new season, here is a …
The Snowman
Winter is just about here, with snow already falling in colder climates. Winter can be harsh and brutal but also peaceful and stunningly beautiful. It’s …
Music inspired by nature
Brazilian composer Jarbas Agnelli was reading the newspaper one day, and saw a photo of birds on electrical wires. Inspired by the similarity to musical …