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My new project dates back more than 40 years ago. Back in the early 1980s I traveled with my lifelong friend, Bob Morgan, in my beautiful 1970 VW poptop van to Missouri. We took our best audio and photo gear and ventured to the Ozarks and beyond with a $750 grant from UCLA. We were…
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The Five moral precepts Refrain from taking life. Not killing any living being. D if you count food. Refrain from taking what is not given. Not stealing from anyone. OK. Refrain from the misuse of the senses. Not having too much sensual pleasure. …a work in progress Refrain from wrong speech. Not lying or gossiping about other…
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I have pondered the notion of race and racial categorization for a long time, ever since the 1980s at UCLA. I want to re-focus my thinking in the direction of this debate once again. I have been greatly influenced by Ashley Montagu’s writings on the topic of race, and I found this more recent essay…
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some good advice for the arduous journey to betterment Be a Creator, Not a Complainer
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Recently heard this song in a shopping mall as if wafted meaningfully through meaningless commercial corridors. Since then I haven’t gotten it out of my head, recalling its various versions by Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash and others. Until I find x (a woman, love, etc) then I’ll just stay as I am, a Solitary Man…I…
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Today, I first heard “AYRE,†a very unique song cycle by a contemporary Argentine composer, Osvaldo Golijov (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osvaldo_Golijov). Wow, I am thrilled, absolutely enchanted, by what I hear. This music is a beautiful and wonderful mix of textures and sensibilities, performed on a wide range of voices and instruments. Check out the bio, works and…
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Sukiyaki versions
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A really nice old timey tune by Bill Monroe. Can’t you hear me calling?
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TWO NICE SAMPLES OF HARDANGER FIDDLE: SKRADDARRLATTEN SPRINGAR av VIDAR UNDERSETH
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A lot of bad news flowing around these days and the news about Richie Havens’ death can be added to the unfortunate list. ABOUT RICHIE HAVENS As a guitarist I have been greatly influenced by Havens’ guitar playing style and the wonderful sound of his music. His voice resonates in a profound way and his energy is captivating. I was fortunate…
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