Music comes from different voices, instruments, and minds. What would happen if someone were to put those together? Answer: a miracle. Music is a miracle. It's not only a voice, an instrument, or a mind.. but it's all of those ingredients put together to make a cake of wonderment. Music comes in steps. Steps that, when followed, lead to a heaven of bliss.
There's steps to song writing, teaching, and presenting. Steps to song writing are more wobbly and unstable than the others. Song writing takes more mind to get to the top of the stairs. Song writing is the flour in a cake... a main ingredient but is nothing without other elements.
Steps to teaching are the cream in an oreo cookie. They hold together the outside strong and tight. Teaching music changes generations and keeps love and passion alive. Teaching strengthens minds of the teacher and student. Teaching helps music continue its development and inspire young lovers to it's roar.
And then there's steps to presenting and performance. These steps call few individuals in the right way.... Only few people hike these stairs without second guessing their reasons. They feel called to climb these mountainous stairs and get to the top to find happiness. These steps are solid, well-built, lusty, hefty, and rare. The steps to performance have to be strong and sturdy in order to keep it's hikers and travelers continuing their journey. If one of these steps is weak (self-doubtful), then the entire staircase falls to pieces.
When someone witnesses an entrance to this journey up the steps to music, they take that chance and put all their effort and life into getting to the top, for at the top is true peace, love, and joy.
Which steps will you take? Be strong every step of the way.
Defy gravity, make a memory, and live life with music...
musicbytori
musicbytori
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Music Memories
How many times has a song come on the car radio and you've had to shut off everything else, pull over, and zone into the music? Most of the time it's because of the memories that song brings to mind. Music has an amazing connection to people in ways many don't realize. Whether it's a song playing at your high school dance or a song you heard while reconnecting with a friend, it's music that jogs your memory and keeps you calm in times of insanity.
Mood rings were the "in-style/ must-have" accessory when you were 5, but music was always there to change your mood. Blues and hip-hop can't be further apart in genre, but when it comes to your mood- they both cause changes. Soul music reminds you of sweet summer loving and treats your mind like calm ocean waves. Rap reminds you of crazy high school/college dances where you had not a fear in the world. If you work in the post office or at a Hospital ER, when a song comes on the radio that brings back memories, you find your self at peace with the world.
Written in 1697 by William Congreve, "music has charms to soothe the savage breast." This saying, usually misinterpreted to "music hath charms to soothe the savage beast," refers to your soul and how music hast the power (charm) to soothe your soul into a relaxed state, so why is the world not at peace? Why are we not at peace with the world? The world will never know....
The Mourning Bride, 1697, by William Congreve:
Music has Charms to sooth a savage Breast,
To soften Rocks, or bend a knotted Oak.
I've read, that things inanimate have mov'd,
And, as with living Souls, have been inform'd,
By Magick Numbers and persuasive Sound.
What then am I? Am I more senseless grown
Than Trees, or Flint? O force of constant Woe!
'Tis not in Harmony to calm my Griefs.
Anselmo sleeps, and is at Peace; last Night
The silent Tomb receiv'd the good Old King;
He and his Sorrows now are safely lodg'd
Within its cold, but hospitable Bosom.
Why am not I at Peace?
Defy gravity, make a memory, and live life with music...
musicbytori
Mood rings were the "in-style/ must-have" accessory when you were 5, but music was always there to change your mood. Blues and hip-hop can't be further apart in genre, but when it comes to your mood- they both cause changes. Soul music reminds you of sweet summer loving and treats your mind like calm ocean waves. Rap reminds you of crazy high school/college dances where you had not a fear in the world. If you work in the post office or at a Hospital ER, when a song comes on the radio that brings back memories, you find your self at peace with the world.
Written in 1697 by William Congreve, "music has charms to soothe the savage breast." This saying, usually misinterpreted to "music hath charms to soothe the savage beast," refers to your soul and how music hast the power (charm) to soothe your soul into a relaxed state, so why is the world not at peace? Why are we not at peace with the world? The world will never know....
The Mourning Bride, 1697, by William Congreve:
Music has Charms to sooth a savage Breast,
To soften Rocks, or bend a knotted Oak.
I've read, that things inanimate have mov'd,
And, as with living Souls, have been inform'd,
By Magick Numbers and persuasive Sound.
What then am I? Am I more senseless grown
Than Trees, or Flint? O force of constant Woe!
'Tis not in Harmony to calm my Griefs.
Anselmo sleeps, and is at Peace; last Night
The silent Tomb receiv'd the good Old King;
He and his Sorrows now are safely lodg'd
Within its cold, but hospitable Bosom.
Why am not I at Peace?
Defy gravity, make a memory, and live life with music...
musicbytori
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Mayer Movement
It's been 3 weeks since my last blog post and I apologize for my absence. I've been at God Camp having the experience of a lifetime. Making new friends, memories, and smores is really what summer's about. This week, to get back on schedule, I'll explain my title- Mayer Movement. It refers to the moving melodies produced by John Mayer....
John Mayer enrolled in the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, at age nineteen.He left school after two semesters and moved with Cook to Atlanta. In Atlanta they formed a two-man band called LoFi Masters and began performing in local coffee houses and club venues. Shortly after, Mayer started becoming popular in other genres than his own. Mayer started doing endorsements such as a Volkswagen commercial for the Beetle's guitar outlet and for the BlackBerry Curve.
John Mayer's albums have received praise from rap stars Jay-Z and Nelly. When asked about his presence in the hip hop community, Mayer said, "It's not music out there right now. That's why, to me, hip-hop is where rock used to be." Mayer's third studio album, titled Continuum, was released on September 12, 2006, and was produced by Mayer and Steve Jordan. Continuum includes the blues centerpiece "Gravity." Mayer has said that "Gravity" is the most important song he's ever written.
On December 7, 2006, Mayer was nominated for five 2007 Grammys, including "Album of the Year." The John Mayer Trio also received a nomination for their album, Try!. He won two: Best Pop Song with Vocal for "Waiting on the World to Change" and Best Pop Album for Continuum.
John Mayer's done pretty well in life with his love for music and moving melodies. We all have his hits on our iPods and computers because he's so amazing to listen to. He's one of the few artists where you can dream while you listen to their music.. those are the people meant to change lives in the world through music.
Defy gravity, make a memory, and live life with music...
musicbytori
John Mayer enrolled in the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, at age nineteen.He left school after two semesters and moved with Cook to Atlanta. In Atlanta they formed a two-man band called LoFi Masters and began performing in local coffee houses and club venues. Shortly after, Mayer started becoming popular in other genres than his own. Mayer started doing endorsements such as a Volkswagen commercial for the Beetle's guitar outlet and for the BlackBerry Curve.
John Mayer's albums have received praise from rap stars Jay-Z and Nelly. When asked about his presence in the hip hop community, Mayer said, "It's not music out there right now. That's why, to me, hip-hop is where rock used to be." Mayer's third studio album, titled Continuum, was released on September 12, 2006, and was produced by Mayer and Steve Jordan. Continuum includes the blues centerpiece "Gravity." Mayer has said that "Gravity" is the most important song he's ever written.
On December 7, 2006, Mayer was nominated for five 2007 Grammys, including "Album of the Year." The John Mayer Trio also received a nomination for their album, Try!. He won two: Best Pop Song with Vocal for "Waiting on the World to Change" and Best Pop Album for Continuum.
John Mayer's done pretty well in life with his love for music and moving melodies. We all have his hits on our iPods and computers because he's so amazing to listen to. He's one of the few artists where you can dream while you listen to their music.. those are the people meant to change lives in the world through music.
Defy gravity, make a memory, and live life with music...
musicbytori
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Destiny...Cyrus
Smiley Miley Cyrus is no stranger to number one hits including her new album, Can't Be Tamed. She started out as an idol to nearly every little girl and now she continues that legacy along with making albums for older audiences. Her music video for Can't Be Tamed, the single, shows how much she's grown up and what she's capable of in her future- making this much change already.
Destiny was Cyrus' birth name. I personally think it suits her more than Miley. Her dad started calling her "smiley" when they went out to TV interviews, auditions, etc. and it eventually turned into Miley. Miley's destiny was to be an inspiration to girls of all ages and she's upheld that extremely well.
Even I, a well-retired Hannah Montana fan, continue to find myself tapping my toes to her songs. Not only every daughter, but every mom has to agree that Miley's songs deserve to be hits. No matter how much you try to argue, this country girl's chops make you get up and dance with a hairbrush as your microphone... don't deny you've done it.
It's a fact that people grow up but having the world look up to you going through your awkward stages, let's say, is not my fantasy. Superstars have different forms of their "awkward stages", of course, but you don't have a choice with changes. Miley Cyrus is still an inspiration to millions and millions of little girls while growing up on her way to creating an immense legacy.
Destiny was Cyrus' birth name. I personally think it suits her more than Miley. Her dad started calling her "smiley" when they went out to TV interviews, auditions, etc. and it eventually turned into Miley. Miley's destiny was to be an inspiration to girls of all ages and she's upheld that extremely well.
Even I, a well-retired Hannah Montana fan, continue to find myself tapping my toes to her songs. Not only every daughter, but every mom has to agree that Miley's songs deserve to be hits. No matter how much you try to argue, this country girl's chops make you get up and dance with a hairbrush as your microphone... don't deny you've done it.
It's a fact that people grow up but having the world look up to you going through your awkward stages, let's say, is not my fantasy. Superstars have different forms of their "awkward stages", of course, but you don't have a choice with changes. Miley Cyrus is still an inspiration to millions and millions of little girls while growing up on her way to creating an immense legacy.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Find Your Own Road
“There’s a reason the Beatles will never be forgotten. Find your own road.”
The Inspiration. The Truth. The Only. The Beatles.
The Beatles own the title- the creators of music. Very few artists obtain that title, but The Beatles have gone above and beyond. With music inspiring enough to bring you to tears, songs of all genres, and the two greatest song writers in history, The Beatles have changed music forever.
Fact: Paul McCartney wrote "Hey Jude" for Julian Lennon, John's son, not when he was high and couldn't think of any words.
The the theatre went wild. John Lennon and Paul McCartney, the two greatest songwriters in history, started what became the greatest, most unique and individual classic rock band in the history of music. By bringing the main members together by school, the world was introduced to insane talent. John Lennon was a "screamer" in his early years which is surprisingly unknown to many people today, who still hear their songs on the radio.
Songs by The Beatles are known to everyone, though they may lack the knowledge of the artist.
Fact: Paul Simon, Mick Jagger, John Belushi, Dan Ackroyd and Bill Murray had cameos in Eric Idle's spoof feature film about the Beatles, "The Rutles."
The group's name had numerous inspirations. Stuart Sutcliffe noted that a motorcycle gang in the film, "The Wild One," was called 'The Beetles,' and John Lennon reportedly had a dream in which a man appeared "on a flaming pie," saying, "You will be Beatles with an 'a'." The band members were also influenced by the name of Buddy Holly's band, the Crickets.
The Beatles have a history like no other. They have countless number one hits that are often recognizable with the first few chords. In 1957, John Lennon, age 16, formed the Quarry Men, a band comprised of pals from his school, Quarry Bank Grammar. Misery, Come Together Help!, Here Comes The Sun, Hey Jude, Imagine, All You Need is Love, and MANY, MANY more are all songs that kids today have in their iTunes playlists. The Beatles will live on forever.
Fact: Though she bought him his first guitar, John's Aunt Mimi discouraged him from a career in music, saying, according to John: "The guitar's all right as a hobby, but it won't earn you any money." Years later, John gave her a silver plaque with that quote engraved upon it.
The Beatles OWNED the music industry with albums selling out like crazy. Who would have thought a couple school boys would change music forever.
"There’s a reason the Beatles will never be forgotten. Find your own road.”
musicbytori
The Inspiration. The Truth. The Only. The Beatles.
The Beatles own the title- the creators of music. Very few artists obtain that title, but The Beatles have gone above and beyond. With music inspiring enough to bring you to tears, songs of all genres, and the two greatest song writers in history, The Beatles have changed music forever.
Fact: Paul McCartney wrote "Hey Jude" for Julian Lennon, John's son, not when he was high and couldn't think of any words.
The the theatre went wild. John Lennon and Paul McCartney, the two greatest songwriters in history, started what became the greatest, most unique and individual classic rock band in the history of music. By bringing the main members together by school, the world was introduced to insane talent. John Lennon was a "screamer" in his early years which is surprisingly unknown to many people today, who still hear their songs on the radio.
Songs by The Beatles are known to everyone, though they may lack the knowledge of the artist.
Fact: Paul Simon, Mick Jagger, John Belushi, Dan Ackroyd and Bill Murray had cameos in Eric Idle's spoof feature film about the Beatles, "The Rutles."
The group's name had numerous inspirations. Stuart Sutcliffe noted that a motorcycle gang in the film, "The Wild One," was called 'The Beetles,' and John Lennon reportedly had a dream in which a man appeared "on a flaming pie," saying, "You will be Beatles with an 'a'." The band members were also influenced by the name of Buddy Holly's band, the Crickets.
The Beatles have a history like no other. They have countless number one hits that are often recognizable with the first few chords. In 1957, John Lennon, age 16, formed the Quarry Men, a band comprised of pals from his school, Quarry Bank Grammar. Misery, Come Together Help!, Here Comes The Sun, Hey Jude, Imagine, All You Need is Love, and MANY, MANY more are all songs that kids today have in their iTunes playlists. The Beatles will live on forever.
Fact: Though she bought him his first guitar, John's Aunt Mimi discouraged him from a career in music, saying, according to John: "The guitar's all right as a hobby, but it won't earn you any money." Years later, John gave her a silver plaque with that quote engraved upon it.
The Beatles OWNED the music industry with albums selling out like crazy. Who would have thought a couple school boys would change music forever.
"There’s a reason the Beatles will never be forgotten. Find your own road.”
musicbytori
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Hula Girls at Heart
What makes a hula girl? Someone who dances it? A woman dancing their whole life? A Hawaiian girl? Or someone who has a love for the dance? This post I'll discuss the history and vocabulary in relation to hula dancing... as you can tell, I've decided to connect more to the Island detail in "What's Hot in the ISLANDS." This way you readers can get more of a taste of actual local, Hawaiian music.
History:
Ancient hula, as performed before Western encounters with Hawaiʻi, is called Kahiko. Kahiko is accompanied by a chant and traditional instruments. There are many ancient Hawaiian legends that explain how hula was created. One story is that Pele asked Laka to amuse her because Pele was bored. So right away Laka got up and began to move gracefully, acting out silently events they both knew. Pele enjoyed this and was fascinated thus Hula was born.
Another story is when Pele, the goddess of fire was trying to find a home for herself running away from her sister Namakaokaha'i (the goddess of the oceans) when she finally found an island where she couldn't be touched by the waves. There at chain of craters on the island of Hawai'i she danced the first dance of hula signifying that she finally won. King Kalakaua was the first to allow females to dance hula in public; before him, women were supposed to dance in secret with no one watching. King Kalakaua opened a new life to these women and they can now show their dance and talent with the world.
Vocabulary:
Here's your vocabulary lesson for the week on Hawaiian and Hawaiian music history. :)
Kumu= Teacher
Wahine= Woman
Kahiko= Ancient hula
Mele= chant/song
Halau= school where hula is taught (more of a small group than a school)
Kaikua`ana= brother
Kaikuahine= sister
We may not recognize, accept, or aknowledge it. but we're all hula girls at heart.
'Till next week, my hula kaikuahines and kaikua'anas,
musicbytori
History:
Ancient hula, as performed before Western encounters with Hawaiʻi, is called Kahiko. Kahiko is accompanied by a chant and traditional instruments. There are many ancient Hawaiian legends that explain how hula was created. One story is that Pele asked Laka to amuse her because Pele was bored. So right away Laka got up and began to move gracefully, acting out silently events they both knew. Pele enjoyed this and was fascinated thus Hula was born.
Another story is when Pele, the goddess of fire was trying to find a home for herself running away from her sister Namakaokaha'i (the goddess of the oceans) when she finally found an island where she couldn't be touched by the waves. There at chain of craters on the island of Hawai'i she danced the first dance of hula signifying that she finally won. King Kalakaua was the first to allow females to dance hula in public; before him, women were supposed to dance in secret with no one watching. King Kalakaua opened a new life to these women and they can now show their dance and talent with the world.
Vocabulary:
Here's your vocabulary lesson for the week on Hawaiian and Hawaiian music history. :)
Kumu= Teacher
Wahine= Woman
Kahiko= Ancient hula
Mele= chant/song
Halau= school where hula is taught (more of a small group than a school)
Kaikua`ana= brother
Kaikuahine= sister
We may not recognize, accept, or aknowledge it. but we're all hula girls at heart.
'Till next week, my hula kaikuahines and kaikua'anas,
musicbytori
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Spirits Have Spoken
Music is a gift. You either have it, or you want to have it, not either you have it or you don't. Everyone has music in them, but only some have the ability to perform/express it in a way most people find intriguing. Johann Sebastian Bach is an example of those few prodigies that very clearly have the gift of music.
Classical music is not my style of expertise, nor is it for many people, but not all of it is so boring you feel like you're in a high school classroom sleeping during a lesson. Bach is a real inspiration to a large number of composers. Bach not only had a connection/gift with music but with God.
Bach was so incredibly close to God, and faithful, he has underlying messages in his music. He would position his notes in his compositions to form a cross to show not only his listeners that are unaware of this but God of his faith. In a more literal term, every lyric in Bach's choral pieces translated from Latin into passages from the Holy Bible or worship lines for God.
Bach, as many current artists, had a close connection to a "spirit" telling them to share their talents with the Earth in their honor. Bach had a deeper connection with the Catholic God and showed that in little, subconscious ways. Similarly, a high percentage of artists we all listen to today believe something has lead them in the direction to perform and compose music for the entertainment of others.
Music is something to be taken seriously. "Artists" such as BrokeNCYDE are the type most reviewers call a disgrace to the gift few people possess. Either you have the deep, spiritual connection to music or you want it.
Classical music is not my style of expertise, nor is it for many people, but not all of it is so boring you feel like you're in a high school classroom sleeping during a lesson. Bach is a real inspiration to a large number of composers. Bach not only had a connection/gift with music but with God.
Bach was so incredibly close to God, and faithful, he has underlying messages in his music. He would position his notes in his compositions to form a cross to show not only his listeners that are unaware of this but God of his faith. In a more literal term, every lyric in Bach's choral pieces translated from Latin into passages from the Holy Bible or worship lines for God.
Bach, as many current artists, had a close connection to a "spirit" telling them to share their talents with the Earth in their honor. Bach had a deeper connection with the Catholic God and showed that in little, subconscious ways. Similarly, a high percentage of artists we all listen to today believe something has lead them in the direction to perform and compose music for the entertainment of others.
Music is something to be taken seriously. "Artists" such as BrokeNCYDE are the type most reviewers call a disgrace to the gift few people possess. Either you have the deep, spiritual connection to music or you want it.
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