Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
In rememberance
A woman's whole life in one day;
and in that day, a whole life.
"Losing it" on that day...is that losing a life?
When we die, we go to the place where we came from.
We are still part of the circle of life. Just because we're human doesn't make us invincible. Just like the big bird eats the smaller bird's eggs, we are also eaten by cancers, wars, a myriad of causes.
A life well lived is lived moment by moment. This is the last one we have. Always.
"Losing it" on that day...is that losing a life?
Only when I have walked like a blind woman; going through the motions and not walking from my heart. Moments of blindness are easy to forget. I pray that these are well counter-weighed by moments of presence.
When I leave this Earth and I say goodbye to the days forever, may I have lived a full life, a conscious life, a loving life, so that I can take that wherever I go next.
I have known people like this, I have been fortunate to look into their eyes and share conversations. I can only hope I can do so well...
In love and light always.
and in that day, a whole life.
"Losing it" on that day...is that losing a life?
When we die, we go to the place where we came from.
We are still part of the circle of life. Just because we're human doesn't make us invincible. Just like the big bird eats the smaller bird's eggs, we are also eaten by cancers, wars, a myriad of causes.
A life well lived is lived moment by moment. This is the last one we have. Always.
"Losing it" on that day...is that losing a life?
Only when I have walked like a blind woman; going through the motions and not walking from my heart. Moments of blindness are easy to forget. I pray that these are well counter-weighed by moments of presence.
When I leave this Earth and I say goodbye to the days forever, may I have lived a full life, a conscious life, a loving life, so that I can take that wherever I go next.
I have known people like this, I have been fortunate to look into their eyes and share conversations. I can only hope I can do so well...
In love and light always.
Monday, April 06, 2009
Leonard sings...
…and Leonard is singing to me
now from a timeless space
where the darkness brings a luminous feel and the voice
of a whisper brings life.
I’m gonna take it, take it,
Cause life’s giving
And there’s nothing I can do
But be in the here and in the now.
A possible lover on the other
Edge of the world who presents
Fear and many more questions
But I’m sticking to this breath
And sticking to the only
Truth I will ever know
now from a timeless space
where the darkness brings a luminous feel and the voice
of a whisper brings life.
I’m gonna take it, take it,
Cause life’s giving
And there’s nothing I can do
But be in the here and in the now.
A possible lover on the other
Edge of the world who presents
Fear and many more questions
But I’m sticking to this breath
And sticking to the only
Truth I will ever know
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Random yet related thoughts
Il dolce suono (the sweet sound)
Luminary
Duda de todo, encuentra tu propia luz (Doubt everything, find your own light)
Do these have any significance? In the midst of trying to find a title for my Album, I found myself searching for what may be a path that has been leading me somewhere.
The first one is from the opera Lucia Delammermoor (Pilar, my piano teacher used to call me that), and I love the idea and the sound of it in Italian. I think this is a magnificently romantic vision. I can already see myself walking down the cobblestone paths next to a Venetian canal in the moonlight...Ah!
The second one is the name of a series of paintings, that a very talented friend of mine created. In these, she actually paints the shadow of the object as it would be, even if the light is not there at the moment of the viewing. A truly original idea, greatly executed. The luminary is also the person or the presence that brings a certain advanced vision into the world, and although I don't think of myself as this person, I dream to be one sometime in my lifetime.
The third one...I don't really know where it came from, maybe a line from a film, or a book, or even inspiration drawn from some art form. I found this line, and it really embodies what I love about life. Doubt everything, find your own light. And as my name means light (my dad named me), the notion of light has always intrigued me. Such a transparent and powerful force, that can create our perception of colors and shapes, and through its clarity can also bring us from darkness and confusion into pure reality. How life is meant to be...doubt everything else that isn't true, that isn't aligned with clarity. And I love it, cause then it means that beauty will reign supreme, cause when you turn on the light, and you see, it's always an experience of clarity from its very depth. A powerful statement when you think about it. It brings it back to you, to me, to the individual; may your own light be your guide.
So, all this to say: Alas! I have a title. But I wouldn't want to ruin the surprise. I mean, the music, the artwork, the concept all go together and I would like you to enjoy the whole experience, presented as a whole. I don't mean to make it sound hyper-important, but I gotta say, I'm very excited about this Album. It feels important to me, in whatever capacity it may be..it's important to share it with you. And it won't be long before it happens...just be patient.
In love and light...
Luminary
Duda de todo, encuentra tu propia luz (Doubt everything, find your own light)
Do these have any significance? In the midst of trying to find a title for my Album, I found myself searching for what may be a path that has been leading me somewhere.
The first one is from the opera Lucia Delammermoor (Pilar, my piano teacher used to call me that), and I love the idea and the sound of it in Italian. I think this is a magnificently romantic vision. I can already see myself walking down the cobblestone paths next to a Venetian canal in the moonlight...Ah!
The second one is the name of a series of paintings, that a very talented friend of mine created. In these, she actually paints the shadow of the object as it would be, even if the light is not there at the moment of the viewing. A truly original idea, greatly executed. The luminary is also the person or the presence that brings a certain advanced vision into the world, and although I don't think of myself as this person, I dream to be one sometime in my lifetime.
The third one...I don't really know where it came from, maybe a line from a film, or a book, or even inspiration drawn from some art form. I found this line, and it really embodies what I love about life. Doubt everything, find your own light. And as my name means light (my dad named me), the notion of light has always intrigued me. Such a transparent and powerful force, that can create our perception of colors and shapes, and through its clarity can also bring us from darkness and confusion into pure reality. How life is meant to be...doubt everything else that isn't true, that isn't aligned with clarity. And I love it, cause then it means that beauty will reign supreme, cause when you turn on the light, and you see, it's always an experience of clarity from its very depth. A powerful statement when you think about it. It brings it back to you, to me, to the individual; may your own light be your guide.
So, all this to say: Alas! I have a title. But I wouldn't want to ruin the surprise. I mean, the music, the artwork, the concept all go together and I would like you to enjoy the whole experience, presented as a whole. I don't mean to make it sound hyper-important, but I gotta say, I'm very excited about this Album. It feels important to me, in whatever capacity it may be..it's important to share it with you. And it won't be long before it happens...just be patient.
In love and light...
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Creativity
At a time when I may have doubted my talent, due to lack of recognition or experience or (most horrifying thought!) lack of the taste I'm so proud to have....here comes a refreshing talk from author Elizabeth Gilbert who manages to bring insight and humor on the topic of creativity. She talks about genius, faeries, Tom Waits and all things good.
If you have a few minutes, this will be worth your time; a truly inspiring talk, which, more often than not, I seem to be in need of.
Enjoy.
If you have a few minutes, this will be worth your time; a truly inspiring talk, which, more often than not, I seem to be in need of.
Enjoy.
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Recording - Week 3
It's been only over 2 weeks that I've been here in upstate New York, recording my Album with the great producer Malcolm Burn (Bob Dylan, Jeff Buckley, Emmylou Harris, Kaki King).
I have no words...in two weeks the Album will be finished and it already is sounding great. I am very excited to share it with all of you and with the world!
Apologies from my old laptop, that got amnesia in the process and didn't recognize my camera files anymore.
Well, at least you got to see videoblog #1 and #2....more # will come through when I get back to my desktop in California that promises to be a bit more efficient and cooperative. After I do some editing, you'll be able to see more of what goes on in the studio. Although, some things are of course, always kept secret :)
The promise is kept though, and I'll do my best to keep sending you news from Lulu-land.
The Woodstock area is beautiful, and winter still reigns supreme (luckily for Wintersong). We had a pretty strong snow storm last weekend and as I made my way from Brooklyn into upstate NY, I remembered my winters in Boston, and why I moved back to "the land of Milk and Honey". The wind chill, and ice on the ground are the worst part...but then again, this makes it the more worth it, coming back inside and retrieving into the music. A shelter from the storm.
As the songs are shaping up, I'm also hoping for the perfect title for the Album to emerge. I have a few ideas, but hopefully something will materialize when the time is right.
So...from the land of snow I send you greetings and please say hi if you want!
I have no words...in two weeks the Album will be finished and it already is sounding great. I am very excited to share it with all of you and with the world!
Apologies from my old laptop, that got amnesia in the process and didn't recognize my camera files anymore.
Well, at least you got to see videoblog #1 and #2....more # will come through when I get back to my desktop in California that promises to be a bit more efficient and cooperative. After I do some editing, you'll be able to see more of what goes on in the studio. Although, some things are of course, always kept secret :)
The promise is kept though, and I'll do my best to keep sending you news from Lulu-land.
The Woodstock area is beautiful, and winter still reigns supreme (luckily for Wintersong). We had a pretty strong snow storm last weekend and as I made my way from Brooklyn into upstate NY, I remembered my winters in Boston, and why I moved back to "the land of Milk and Honey". The wind chill, and ice on the ground are the worst part...but then again, this makes it the more worth it, coming back inside and retrieving into the music. A shelter from the storm.
As the songs are shaping up, I'm also hoping for the perfect title for the Album to emerge. I have a few ideas, but hopefully something will materialize when the time is right.
So...from the land of snow I send you greetings and please say hi if you want!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Bye California, Hello New York
New York is cold. It's been snowing for the last few days and I just want to stay inside and look at it from a romantic perspective...the studio is a shelter from the storm. Which is great for recording, squeezing my noodle and being creative.
Last week we started laying the tracks down, and this week we're starting to have fun with the arrangements.
A teaser of week one is on the way....so you can see first hand a little bit of what we're doing here. The lab in the basement where the magic concoction starts to brew. Hopefully youtube will be nice today and you'll be able to watch it.
Ta-ta for now!
(photo by Anita Coats)
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