Have you heard of a musical instrument called a Teacarina? I hadn’t, but, of course, I volunteered to try it out. The Teacarina is a type of Ocarina. This family of wind instruments has been around for approximately 12,000 years. They can ben made from ceramic, clay, wood, glass, bone or plastic and they come […]
Music
The Beatles in 100 Objects by Brian Southall
The Beatles. The one and only. Whether you are a diehard fan or just someone who grew up sometime during the last 5 decades, The Beatles have been a part of our lives. Their impact includes the music, but goes far beyond that. Brian Southall has put together an interesting and entertaining book that will […]
Americana: The Kinks, the Riff, the Road: The Story by Ray Davies
Americana! I’ve been a fan of The Kinks for decades. The music that made me dance and sing when I was a kid, and still makes me dance and sing. Ray Davies and the other members of The Kinks have talent that spans a variety of genres. Their story goes way beyond the music and […]
Dear Mom, Love Cher DVD
Cher is truly one of a kind. Her career has spanned decades. Whether she’s acting or singing, her performances are amazing and memorable. I can remember being in awe of her as I watched the Sonny and Cher show and played her records, when I was growing up. She’s a hard worker who does her […]
Far East Movement at Macy’s – Yes, Macy’s!
Macy’s is quickly becoming my entertainment hub. This department store is not just for shopping. In the past few months, I have attended fashion shows and cooking classes, sampled gourmet food at a food truck and got up close and personal with Far East Movement at a concert. All of these things happened at South […]
I’ll Be Home For Christmas
I’ll Be Home For Christmas as sung by my amazing niece, Natalie Wachen.