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Jul 28, 2008

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Dreaming of the Olympics

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  • In high school I loved to play field hockey and it was always a dream of mine to play in the Olympics. That never happened but now I get to be in Beijing in what promises to be the most ..

    Jul 20, 2008

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    Picking up the Guitar

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    I learned to play the guitar when I took a year off from college in order to teach at a friend’s kindergarten in Nakuru, Kenya. That was one of the best years of my life as I so enjoyed my ..

    Jul 18, 2008

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    Martin Kerr

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    One of my close friends, Martin Kerr, entered Canadian Idol this season. I am so proud of him as he reached the top 16 on the show which is a fantastic accomplishment! I am so excited for him as he ..

    Jul 11, 2008

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    Voices For Peace

    I came across this video that has an important message of peace. It is from the website Voices for Peace. Enjoy!

    Jul 10, 2008

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    A Jazz Concert

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  • Last night I attended an incredible jazz concert in Chatham which was part of the Jazz Festival at Wequassett Resort and Golf Club. The band is called ‘The Dave Schnitter Quintet’. I seldom have the opportunity to see professional musicians ..

    Jul 5, 2008

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    The Process of Recording

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  • I spent several days last week in Vancouver with my producer, Jarome, recording several songs for my upcoming CD on the theme of marriage. It will include a number of songs using quotations from various sources for the lyrics. I ..

    Jun 28, 2008

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    Video-Whither Can a Lover Go

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  • I am delighted to start sharing some private performances of my music with you. A few weeks ago we recorded a video: ‘Whither can a lover go’. It is one of my favorite pieces from the first CD, ‘Melodies of ..

    Jun 24, 2008

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    Photos from Moonlight Concert

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    I am still feeling the excitement from the Moonlight Concert that I gave for ‘Fire and Gold’ at the Green T. Living last week. I am overwhelmed by the number of friends who attended and brought their colleagues and friends ..

    Jun 19, 2008

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    A Moonlight Concert

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    The concert last night was absolutely incredible! Preparing for it had been quite intense during the last two weeks singing daily and formulating the introductions for each piece, but it was well worth it. Thank you to all the dear ..

    Jun 4, 2008

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    My first 'Fire and Gold' concert

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    I am preparing for a concert! I have been invited by a dear friend who owns an exquisite restaurant, ‘Green T. Living’, to perform some of the pieces from ‘Fire and Gold’ in a few weeks time. I am thrilled ..