Embodying Rhythm

Rhythm, Music, Education, Performance

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July Update

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Dear Ones,

Greetings. We hope you are enjoying the summer. This is a very short note to let you know about some fun events coming up this month.

blessings,
Arlyn & David
www.embodyingrhythm.com

-> UPCOMING EVENTS <-

• NFV Embodying Rhythm Marimba Project Live in Paonia, CO on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 6:30 pm. Free. At the Paonia Public Library.

• David with Celebrate the Beat in Vail, CO on Thursday, July 14, 2016 5:30 pm. Star Dancing Gala.

• Zononoka Marimba Band at Carbondale Mountain Fair on Saturday, July 30, 2016 11:00 am. Free. Main Stage at Sopris Park.

• David with the Grizzly Pears in Paonia, CO on Saturday, July 30, 2016 7:30 pm. Zephros Farm and Garden’s Funk Fest.

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They Might Be Giants “Why Does the Sun Shine? (The Sun is a Mass of Incandescent Gas)” a song about the sun: Youtube

June Update

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Dear Ones,

The weather is quickly feeling summerish, and the little one especially is loving it up. We’re enjoying digging in the garden and looking forward to hiking and camping. We hope you have some fun plans for the summer.

We are really excited for marimba ensemble summercamp and hope you’ll join us. Our camps are open to players 8 through adult and will be a lot of fun (assuming you like playing fun music with mallets in a group). The early registration deadline is May 31st, more details below. From last year’s summercamp participant Jen Sanborn, “Learning to play the marimba has made made me a better painter and a happier person. It has widened my inner pathway to deeper creativity and joyful expression.”

We are also very excited to unveil the amazing artist line up for the new 2016-2017 Blue Sage World Music Concert Series on June 1st. Here is a video of David and his former teacher Jon Seligman, along with Meg York and Pete Jacobs at a music workshop at the local high school. They played as part of the World Music Concert Series in March. click here to watch

The NFV Community Parade & Stage Band has been amping up lately with close to 20 musicians showing up to rehearsals. We are gearing up for 2 summer sit down concerts and 1 parade in Crawford. We will also have a special guest director, clarinetist Meg York, working with the band on June 13th and 20th.

We hope to see you soon.

blessings,
Arlyn & David
www.embodyingrhythm.com

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**SUMMERCAMPS at the Blue Sage in Paonia

Marimba Ensemble Camp with David Alderdice, Ages 9 – 18 register here or by calling 970-527-7243 session 1) June 20 – 24, 10am – 1pm session 2) June 27 – July 1, 10am – 1pm
In these exciting camps, we will explore music and rhythm together through the art of marimba ensemble playing. These beautiful sounding wooden instruments originate from Africa and are extremely fun to play. There are seven different-sized marimbas in a traditional ensemble. These camps are open to new marimba players as well as being a continuation of previous classes

.Marimba Ensemble Performance Camp with the Alderdices, Ages 8 to adult. Call 970-872-4238 to schedule a short audition before registering session 1) June 20 – 24, 2 – 5pm session 2)June 27 – July 1, 2 – 5pm
These summer camps are geared for intermediate marimba players and any musician who would like to deepen their relationship with music by learning to play African inspired marimba ensemble music at a performance level. Participants must have at least some prior music experience. ___

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Unveiling Party at the Blue Sage Wednesday, June 1, 2016 7:00 pm. 2016-2017 Blue Sage Music Series Unveiling Party. Learn about the line-up of artists, learn about the exciting special events in conjunction with the series. Free.

• NFV Community Parade & Stage Band live in Paonia, CO Tuesday, June 7, 2016 6:30 pm. Free. At the Public Library.

• NFV Community Parade & Stage Band live in Cedaredge, CO on Thursday, June 9, 2016 7:00 pm. Free. At the Chapel of the Cross.

• NFV Community Parade & Stage Band live in Crawford, CO on Saturday, June 11, 2016 10:00 am. Free. As part of the Pioneer Days Parade.

• NFV Embodying Rhythm Marimba Project at Kid’s Pasta Project benefit for Jamaica Outreach, at Delicious Orchards in Paonia, CO on Monday, June 13, 2016 6:00pm.reservations

• Devon Myers & David Alderdice Acoustic Duo Set at Delicious Orchards in Paonia, CO onSaturday, July 2, 2016.

• NFV Embodying Rhythm Marimba Project Live in Cedaredge, CO on Sunday, July 10, 2016 4:00 pm. Free. At Chapel of the Cross.

• NFV Embodying Rhythm Marimba Project live in Paonia, CO on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 6:30 pm. Free. At the Paonia Public Library.

• Zononoka Marimba Band live in Carbondale, CO on Saturday, July 30, 2016 11:00am. Free.

Ongoing: Youth and Community Parade Band continues on Monday Nights at the Hotchkiss High School Band Room 6:30-8:00pm. Bring your instrument and join the band!

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“To know sound you have to notice it first.” – W.A. Mathieu The Musical Life

 

“Recently I’ve been pondering a process I call “bewilderment”—or, as I like to pronounce it, be-wilder-ment. It’s like enlightenment, but way less ambitious. I figure if we all become a little wilder, a little more present, a little more connected to whatever it is that makes dogs so damn happy, we’ll feel better and do better things. The first step in the bewilderment process, upon which everything else depends, is simple: CALM DOWN.” ~Martha Beck

 

Marimba Project this Weekend & David’s TEDx video

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Dear Ones,

It has been truly amazing to watch the Marimba Project grow over the course of the last two and a half years. Thank you for helping it grow with us! We are excited to have a youth performance ensemble (YPES Marimba Band) and faculty ensemble (ERF Marimba Ensemble) to showcase for you this weekend and two concerts: Delta – Saturday, evening and Paonia – Sunday matinée. Great fun for the whole family! (full details below). The Marimba Project will also host a workshop in Delta. Workshops are a great way to try out the sounds of the instruments and as much fun as it is to watch a performance, it’s really fun to play.

We are also pleased to announce the release of the video of the TEDx talk that David gave in February and happy that we can share it with you: Watch it here.

We look forward to seeing you soon.
blessings,
Arlyn and David

www.embodyingrhythm.com

__UPCOMING EVENTS__

NFV Embodying Rhythm Marimba Project Live:
Saturday, April 23, 6:30pm at the Center for Spiritual Living, 658 Howard St. Delta, CO (tickets at the door or advance tickets at Doghouse Espresso)
Sunday, April 24, 2:00pm at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts, 228 Grand Ave. Paonia, CO (tickets)

$12 adults, $6 students All proceeds go toward building the local Marimba Project one marimba and one school program at a time.
More information: 970-872-4238 or visit www.embodyingrhythm.com/marimba

Concerts will feature both The Embodying Rhythm Faculty Marimba Ensemble and the YPES Marimba Band – a local youth performance ensemble that has been studying with David and Arlyn Alderdice for the past several years. Select students from the HHS choir led by Jeannette Carey will also share their vocal talents. These concerts will showcase traditional Zimbabwean music, South African jazz tunes, and contemporary pieces from Europe and the Americas. Some of the tunes will be accompanied by flute, drumset, gourd shakers, and more.

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Marimba Ensemble Workshop:
Saturday, April 23  at the Center for Spiritual Living in Delta at 658 Howard St.
 2:30pm – 4:30pm. $18 adult, $13 student ages 9 +  pre-register by calling 970-872-4238
Learn to play fun African marimba ensemble music from Zimbabwe, a great way to experience rhythm, melody and harmony all at once. Be part of a super fun world music ensemble while deepening your relationship to music, art, and life! No prior experience necessary. All instruments provided.

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“Birdsong brings relief
to my longing.

I am just as ecstatic as they are,
but with nothing to say!

Please, universal soul, practice
some song, or something, through me!”

-Rumi, The Essential Rumi

World Music on Saturday March 19

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Dear Ones,

The next concert in the World Music Concert Series at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts will take place on Saturday March 19th at 7:30pm, Near Eastern Sounds: Old & New, and will feature percussionist Jon Seligman from Baltimore, clarinetist Meg York from Lakewood, double bassist Pete Jacobs from Boulder, and percussionist David Alderdice.  I highly recommend this concert (tickets). David says, “Jon Seligman has been a great influence in my musical journey; he was my main percussion teacher in my early twenties.” Seeing them play together is a treat.

Jon and Meg arrived yesterday. The little one approves, and had them both reading stories not long after their arrival. We couldn’t stay at their rehearsal too long because AC wanted to accompany them on drum-set or bass marimba, but what we heard was lovely!

David and I started dating in 2008, right after the last time Jon Seligman was in Colorado. While David was on tour in Germany soon after, I spent five long weeks pining for him and listening to the live recording of he and Jon’s concert. The show in 2008 was a great show; Jon is a great presenter – as a college professor he is able to speak about the musical material in an exciting and informative way as well as being an incredibly talented musician and composer. The concert this coming weekend will feature world groove, improvisation, traditional tunes and educated commentary.

Live music is such a powerful portal; I’m not saying that a concert can (or cannot) completely enlighten you, but it can transport you and lift your spirits and soul. These times are strange and it is a good thing to come together in celebration of beauty and art. Let us affirm what we love and grow that together as a community.

many blessings,
Arlyn

www.embodyingrhythm.com

___UPCOMING EVENTS___

David Alderdice with Near Eastern Sounds: Old & New in Paonia, CO this Saturday, March 19, 2016 show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets. Jon Seligman and David Alderdice on percussion; Meg York on clarinet; and Pete Jacobs on upright bass. Many of the musical selections are drawn from Turkish classical and devotional repertoire, music from the golden age of Egyptian cinema (1940s-50s), as well as Jon Seligman’s original compositions.

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Youth and Community Parade Band continues on Monday Nights at the Hotchkiss High School Band Room 6:30-8:00pm. Bring your instrument and join the band!

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Adult Marimba Ensemble Series
Sundays at the Embodying Rhythm Percussion Studio in Hotchkiss with Arlyn Alderdice.
2 – 3:30pm no prior experience needed. Please register: 872-4238 or ladyarlyn (at)  gmail.com.
March 27, April 3, 10, & 17.Offered as a gift.

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Marimba Ensemble Workshop:
Saturday, April 23 at the Center for Spiritual Living in Delta, 658 Howard St.
2:30pm – 4:30pm   $18 adult, $13 student ages 9 – adult
No prior experience necessary, all instruments provided. pre-register 970-872-4238 Learn to play fun African marimba ensemble music from Zimbabwe, a great way to experience rhythm, melody and harmony all at once. Be part of a super fun world music ensemble while deepening your relationship to music, art, and life!

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The Marimba Project In Concert:
Saturday, April 23 at the Center for Spiritual Living in Delta, 658 Howard St.
doors 6:00pm concert 6:30pm, $12 adults, $6 students
(tickets at CSL and Doghouse Espresso 449 Main)

Embodying Rhythm Marimba Project Matinee Concert
Sunday April 24, 2016 at the Blue Sage in Paonia
doors 1:30pm concert 2:00pm
$12 adults, $6 students
(tickets at the Blue Sage and at Backcountry Bistro)

The Embodying Rhythm Faculty & Youth Performance Marimba Ensembles will feature traditional Zimbabwean music, South African jazz tunes, and contemporary pieces from Europe and the Americas. The marimbas will be accompanied by flute, drumset, shakers, and voice.

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Before death takes away what you are given,
give away what is there to give.

No dead person grieves for his death.
He mourns only what he didn’t do.

Why did I wait?
Why did I not … ?
Why did I neglect to … ?

I cannot think of better advice to send.

I hope you like it.

May you stay in your infinity.

Peace

~ Rumi ~

Update

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Dear Ones,

Hello.  We are seeing evidence of spring in the garden and it’s very exciting – little bitty dandelion sprouts for the first taste of fresh greens and we did some great kid digging today. We live on the south side of a hill, so even if the warmth hasn’t fully hit your garden, know that it is coming soon.

Since our last newsletter we’ve been to Maryland and back again and are thankful for the successful completion of TEDx Paonia and the World Music Salon. We now are in the process of scheduling our summer plans and we will keep you posted.

For your more immediate enjoyment – this Saturday the 27th at the Blue Sage we’re pleased to bring The North Fork Community Parade & Stage Band and The Grizzly Pears to the Blue Sage – details below. tickets

Also, we’re super excited for the final installation of this year’s World Music Concert Series at the Blue Sage with Jon Seligman leading the concert – Near Eastern Sounds: Old and New – details below. tickets

We hope to see you soon.
many blessings,
Arlyn and David
www.embodyingrhythm.com

ps. Samara Taylor is offering a new yoga class Sundays from 10-11:15 at the Blue Sage. Begins March 2016. $10 drop-in. Prana Hatha Yoga designed to strengthen and calm the body and mind, all levels welcome. more info

 

___UPCOMING EVENTS___

David Alderdice with The Grizzly Pears and The Community Band in Paonia, CO on Saturday, February 27, 2016 doors open at 7:00 pm the Community Band begins at 7:30pm, the Grizzly Pears go on at 8:30pm at the Blue Sage. Tickets.

   The North Fork Community Parade & Stage Band enjoy their debut performance. David Alderdice and Jeannette Carey have been working with this group on Monday nights and you can see the fruits of their labors – this ensemble will include drums, melodica, tuba, french horns, flutes, bass clarinet, mandolin, trombone, and trumpet.

   The Grizzly Pears features Jeannette Carey on tuba, Lazer Kotowich on trombone and vocals, David Alderdice on percussion, Jon Hickam on vocals, guitar, and accordion and guest vocalist Desdemona Dallas will sing a couple tunes with the group.

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David Alderdice with Near Eastern Sounds in Paonia, CO on Saturday, March 19, 2016 show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets. Jon Seligman and David Alderdice on percussion; Meg York on clarinet; and Pete Jacobs on upright bass. Many of the musical selections are drawn from Turkish classical and devotional repertoire, music from the golden age of Egyptian cinema (1940s-50s), as well as Jon Seligman’s original compositions. “Jon Seligman has been a great influence in my musical journey; he was my main percussion teacher in my early twenties. I am honored to be able to play with him again as this will be the first time we get to perform together since 2008.” –David Alderdice.

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Embodying Rhythm Marimba Project Live 2-4pm at the Blue Sage in Paonia on Sunday April 24, 2016. More details coming soon.

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Spring

Spring appears
in whispers and hushed tones,
as the bellowing winter
bows away.
Drowsy flowers come to
attention,
waking from their sleep –
yawning;
with heads turned upwards
towards the maestro called Sun,
I watch with anticipation
as. . .
the concert begins.

-Susan Filson

February Update – World Music Salon on Feb. 6

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Dear Ones,

January was a busy month for us with our marimba ensemble classes, rehearsal for different shows, David’s private teaching, the little one learning lots of new words, and some great concerts. Thanks so much for being a part of it and being on this journey with us by participating in classes, in projects, in the audience, and by keeping up with our adventures through the newsletter.

We are very much looking forward to the next installment of the Word Music Concert Series at the Blue Sage in Paonia, it is on February 6th. A World Music Salon with short performances from a select group of Western Slope musicians sharing their individual world music studies including Andy Skellenger – Tabla & Tabla Tarang, Javier de los Santos – Spanish & Mexican Guitar, Beth Quist – Hammered Dulcimer and Voice, Eric Baumheier and Aja McAdams – M’bira, Percussion & Voice, James Hoskins – cello, David & Arlyn Alderdice – Frame Drums & Shakers. Please support local live world music and bring a friend to the concert. Tickets.

Many Blessings,
Arlyn and David

www.embodyingrhythm.com

__UPCOMING EVENTS__

  • David & Arlyn Alderdice & Friends in a World Music Salon in Paonia, CO on Saturday, February 6, 2016 7:30 pm.  With performances by Andy Skellenger – Tabla & Tabla Tarang, Javier de los Santos – Spanish & Mexican Guitar, Beth Quist – Hammered Dulcimer and Voice, Carbondale Rhythm Collective – M’bira & Percussion, David & Arlyn Alderdice – Frame Drums & Shakers, and a group improvisation at the end of the night. Tickets. Or call 527-7243.

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“After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music.”
― Aldous Huxley, Music at Night and Other Essays

“Everything in the universe has a rhythm, everything dances. ”
― Maya Angelou