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
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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 ~