Hello fellow bloggers!
This week, I decided to publish my poem on music. I hope you enjoy it :) I wrote it for a poetry contest, with the prize of Starbucks coffee (awesome), and please let me know your thoughts :)
Elucidating Life
Pleasure when miserable
Amending lyrics and melodies
Elucidating life
Justification of time’s tick
Beat is from a heart
More than sanity, a reason to care
Dreams to the moon in a daze
Solitary when absent
Tender performance
Bliss
Lungs screaming
Sips of sunshine
In a sound
Pushing keys
Making chords
Meditation
Life’s rough
Listen to the music
musicbytori
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Idol's Top 24
This week our Idol judges chose America's 10th "Top 24." I think, as it goes every year, this is the most talented group of singers. Of course, that goes without saying because "not up-to-par" singers leave us during Hollywood's crazy week. Now, next week there are 3 shows (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) so don't forget one because these singers need your votes!
My favorite singer is Lauren Alaina, from Georgia. She's been my favorite since her audition, followed by her even more amazing performance of I Don't Want to Miss A Thing. She's quite obviously Steven Tyler's favorite, as she has been since the beginning when he said "I think we found the one today" right after her audition. Without that being said, Steven is my favorite judge this season because he continues to make the show entertaining with the judges. Speaking of judges, have you heard randy say "pitchy?" yet? I must have missed it or something because I haven't heard it... o.m.g!
In conclusion, Idol's top 24 this season is better than ever! I can't wait to see my favorite, Lauren, perform this week, along with my favorite boy: James Durban. James was diagnosed with Aspergers, the same syndrome my little brother has, so he holds a personal connection with me, making him even more amazing. :) Stay tuned for my review on season 10's first live show.
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
P.S. This past President's day, OneRepublic came to Hawaii and, being the huge fan I am, I attended their concert. It was absolutely amazing! Ryan Tedder (lead singer) is the BEST singer I've heard live, and, despite his new cello breaking right before the concert, Brent Kutzle was amazing, too. In fact, the entire band, as a whole, looked so connected and was so amazingly talented that the night was one to remember. I can't wait till they come back, which they said will be A.S.A.P. :)
My favorite singer is Lauren Alaina, from Georgia. She's been my favorite since her audition, followed by her even more amazing performance of I Don't Want to Miss A Thing. She's quite obviously Steven Tyler's favorite, as she has been since the beginning when he said "I think we found the one today" right after her audition. Without that being said, Steven is my favorite judge this season because he continues to make the show entertaining with the judges. Speaking of judges, have you heard randy say "pitchy?" yet? I must have missed it or something because I haven't heard it... o.m.g!
In conclusion, Idol's top 24 this season is better than ever! I can't wait to see my favorite, Lauren, perform this week, along with my favorite boy: James Durban. James was diagnosed with Aspergers, the same syndrome my little brother has, so he holds a personal connection with me, making him even more amazing. :) Stay tuned for my review on season 10's first live show.
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
P.S. This past President's day, OneRepublic came to Hawaii and, being the huge fan I am, I attended their concert. It was absolutely amazing! Ryan Tedder (lead singer) is the BEST singer I've heard live, and, despite his new cello breaking right before the concert, Brent Kutzle was amazing, too. In fact, the entire band, as a whole, looked so connected and was so amazingly talented that the night was one to remember. I can't wait till they come back, which they said will be A.S.A.P. :)
Monday, February 21, 2011
The Grammys
Hello Bloggers!
This week I'll discuss the CRAZINESS that comes with the most wonderful time of the year...the Grammys.
The Grammys create an insane show and give the artist receiving them a sense of gratitude more than they could get performing for any crowd. A Grammy means the artists' fans are so strong and loving that they vote THEM to be the best. It's more than an artists' dream, it gives them a reason to live.
The Grammys 2011, personally, were not as climatic as 2010 because P!nk's performance was missing. Her "Glitter in The Air" performance was a tear-jerker, and this year missed that special moment. However, one thing that made this year's Grammy show insane was how many Grammys Lady Antebellum won! 5 Grammys is... just a bit.. over the top. That was ridiculous. They do have talent and deserve maybe 3 Grammys for the categories they were nominated for, but 5 was a bit excessive. Lady Antebellum, Lady Gaga, Jeff Beck, David Frost, John Legend EACH won (at least) 3 Grammys, and that made a good show.
Here's a few facts on the Grammys that may have been raising a few questions:
1. The Grammys were originally called the Gramophone Awards (as the statuette suggests) and it's since been shortened to Grammy.
2. Record of the Year is not to be confused with Song of the Year or Album of the Year:
* Record of the Year is awarded for a single or for one track from an album. This award goes to the performing artist, the producer, recording engineer, and/or mixer for that song. In this sense, "record" means a recording of one song, not the composition or an album of songs. Often, the nominees and winners of this song represent the most successful songs of the year.
* Song of the Year is also awarded for a single or individual track, but the recipient of this award is the songwriter who actually created the song in the first place. Thus, "song" in this context means the song as written, not its recording.
3. Esperanza Spalding is the first jazz winner of the best new artist award as of 2011.
4. Rehearsals, soundcheck and camera blocking with the performers takes four days.
5. The Grammy’s were the first high-profile award show since 2001 to be broadcast in HD/5.1 and, as “Music Biggest Night,” has always set the benchmark by which all other shows are judged.
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
This week I'll discuss the CRAZINESS that comes with the most wonderful time of the year...the Grammys.
The Grammys create an insane show and give the artist receiving them a sense of gratitude more than they could get performing for any crowd. A Grammy means the artists' fans are so strong and loving that they vote THEM to be the best. It's more than an artists' dream, it gives them a reason to live.
The Grammys 2011, personally, were not as climatic as 2010 because P!nk's performance was missing. Her "Glitter in The Air" performance was a tear-jerker, and this year missed that special moment. However, one thing that made this year's Grammy show insane was how many Grammys Lady Antebellum won! 5 Grammys is... just a bit.. over the top. That was ridiculous. They do have talent and deserve maybe 3 Grammys for the categories they were nominated for, but 5 was a bit excessive. Lady Antebellum, Lady Gaga, Jeff Beck, David Frost, John Legend EACH won (at least) 3 Grammys, and that made a good show.
Here's a few facts on the Grammys that may have been raising a few questions:
1. The Grammys were originally called the Gramophone Awards (as the statuette suggests) and it's since been shortened to Grammy.
2. Record of the Year is not to be confused with Song of the Year or Album of the Year:
* Record of the Year is awarded for a single or for one track from an album. This award goes to the performing artist, the producer, recording engineer, and/or mixer for that song. In this sense, "record" means a recording of one song, not the composition or an album of songs. Often, the nominees and winners of this song represent the most successful songs of the year.
* Song of the Year is also awarded for a single or individual track, but the recipient of this award is the songwriter who actually created the song in the first place. Thus, "song" in this context means the song as written, not its recording.
3. Esperanza Spalding is the first jazz winner of the best new artist award as of 2011.
4. Rehearsals, soundcheck and camera blocking with the performers takes four days.
5. The Grammy’s were the first high-profile award show since 2001 to be broadcast in HD/5.1 and, as “Music Biggest Night,” has always set the benchmark by which all other shows are judged.
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Who is the Next American Idol?
Good day everyone!
Back to the usual weekly updates, this post will review American Idol for this past week.
So... 3 questions.
1) How are the new judges working out?
I personally think the new judges are better than the old ones. Steven Tyler makes the show MUCH more interesting with his random riffs and J-Lo is the nicest, without being too nice. She obviously knows who is good and who should... go, which is just what the show needs to not go down from the loss of Simon Cowell. That brings me to my next point on Randy. Randy seems to be acting like the new Simon. He's got an attitude this season, and speaks the truth. Again, this is what the show needs to stay on top, but it was a big, nice surprise.
2) What do you think of the new contestants?
Again, the contestants this season are better than ever. Each year there's an amazing, huge increase in talent and that makes the show keep ratings increasing. The new age drop, to 15, was a mistake, to me. Every 15-year-old so far has been shown "mentally and emotionally not ready." I admit, a few of them have the voice of an angel and TRUE talent, but the fact that they're 15 on a national show such as American Idol is a bit insane. Any 15-year-old anywhere is not ready for that kind of stress and commitment, so I think the age should be moved up again next season.
3) Do you think the show's ratings will continue to go up with these changes?
Yes I do. As I've mentioned before, there are a few things already shown to get more viewers such as the qualifying age drop and new judges, but, since they are not bad changes (in fact, they make the show even more compelling and intense) this year will, once again, have higher ratings than the last. America, shown throughout history, loves change. We truly believe that if you always do what you always do, you'll only ever have what you already have. So, with that being said, America is bound to pay attention to these changes, even if they don't usually watch the show. This makes the ratings increase for this season, and, since the changes are positive, they will continue to rise even after the shock is over.
Be sure to stay tuned for next week's review and eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
Back to the usual weekly updates, this post will review American Idol for this past week.
So... 3 questions.
1) How are the new judges working out?
I personally think the new judges are better than the old ones. Steven Tyler makes the show MUCH more interesting with his random riffs and J-Lo is the nicest, without being too nice. She obviously knows who is good and who should... go, which is just what the show needs to not go down from the loss of Simon Cowell. That brings me to my next point on Randy. Randy seems to be acting like the new Simon. He's got an attitude this season, and speaks the truth. Again, this is what the show needs to stay on top, but it was a big, nice surprise.
2) What do you think of the new contestants?
Again, the contestants this season are better than ever. Each year there's an amazing, huge increase in talent and that makes the show keep ratings increasing. The new age drop, to 15, was a mistake, to me. Every 15-year-old so far has been shown "mentally and emotionally not ready." I admit, a few of them have the voice of an angel and TRUE talent, but the fact that they're 15 on a national show such as American Idol is a bit insane. Any 15-year-old anywhere is not ready for that kind of stress and commitment, so I think the age should be moved up again next season.
3) Do you think the show's ratings will continue to go up with these changes?
Yes I do. As I've mentioned before, there are a few things already shown to get more viewers such as the qualifying age drop and new judges, but, since they are not bad changes (in fact, they make the show even more compelling and intense) this year will, once again, have higher ratings than the last. America, shown throughout history, loves change. We truly believe that if you always do what you always do, you'll only ever have what you already have. So, with that being said, America is bound to pay attention to these changes, even if they don't usually watch the show. This makes the ratings increase for this season, and, since the changes are positive, they will continue to rise even after the shock is over.
Be sure to stay tuned for next week's review and eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Stick with the Classics
Hello fellow bloggers! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
To start off 2011, my blog post this week focuses on music from the past, remembering the music memories. What better to choose, from the long list of music genres, than classical?
Classical music, in my opinion, is the most educational of all music genres. Listening to the combination of instruments, fully available to hear, not only helps you with education of the sounds of each instrument, but timing and dynamics of each instrument. Classical music should be a part of everyone's lives, whether it's attending classical concerts or listening to Bach and Mozart on your iPod.
When was the last time you listened the classical music? To most people, it's a monthly activity, but classical, above all other genres, should be listened to for, at least, a coupple minutes once every coupple days. You'll find it changes the way you do daily activities, listen to other music (even pop and rock) and how you hear instruments in a concert. Classical music is #1 in your music library! :D
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
To start off 2011, my blog post this week focuses on music from the past, remembering the music memories. What better to choose, from the long list of music genres, than classical?
Classical music, in my opinion, is the most educational of all music genres. Listening to the combination of instruments, fully available to hear, not only helps you with education of the sounds of each instrument, but timing and dynamics of each instrument. Classical music should be a part of everyone's lives, whether it's attending classical concerts or listening to Bach and Mozart on your iPod.
When was the last time you listened the classical music? To most people, it's a monthly activity, but classical, above all other genres, should be listened to for, at least, a coupple minutes once every coupple days. You'll find it changes the way you do daily activities, listen to other music (even pop and rock) and how you hear instruments in a concert. Classical music is #1 in your music library! :D
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Christmas is in the air!
Hello everyone!
Today is the last sunday before Christmas, so I would like to start this blog post with "MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT!" Obviously, to suit the situation, I will write about the importance of Christmas music.
Caroling has been a Christmas tradition for centuries. It's an amazing feeling to share Christmas joy with others through song and music. I have been learning Christmas music on the piano, and that has brought the Christmas spirit to everyone's ears. Christmas music is used for celebration and the feeling of togetherness. It's the ultimate Christmas gift to give, and to share with others.
Here are a few facts on Christmas:
1) The Nordic people had the original yule-tide traditional celebration, done in winter, because it was the time when all the animals needed to be slaughtered (because it was cold and there was no food for the animals to eat), so there was more meat, and, therefore, more cause for celebration. It wasn't until the Christians came in that it was called "Christ-mas"
2) Christ's birthday was chosen from the Nordic people's day for the sun-god's birth. (Jesus= son of God). The Nordics wanted to be part of secular celebrations. The Christians were trying to put Christ into the winter-solstice holiday. Christ was probably born in the Spring time.
3) The Christmas tree was also a Nordic original tradition, beginning with an Evergreen tree because it would stay green all year, through the cold winter. The Christians took that idea and put apples on the tree to symbolize the garden of Eden, which began Christmas ornaments.
4) The first description of Santa Clause came from the poem "The Night before Christmas."
5) Rudolf the Red-nose reindeer was created by Macy's for advertising during the holidays.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
Today is the last sunday before Christmas, so I would like to start this blog post with "MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT!" Obviously, to suit the situation, I will write about the importance of Christmas music.
Caroling has been a Christmas tradition for centuries. It's an amazing feeling to share Christmas joy with others through song and music. I have been learning Christmas music on the piano, and that has brought the Christmas spirit to everyone's ears. Christmas music is used for celebration and the feeling of togetherness. It's the ultimate Christmas gift to give, and to share with others.
Here are a few facts on Christmas:
1) The Nordic people had the original yule-tide traditional celebration, done in winter, because it was the time when all the animals needed to be slaughtered (because it was cold and there was no food for the animals to eat), so there was more meat, and, therefore, more cause for celebration. It wasn't until the Christians came in that it was called "Christ-mas"
2) Christ's birthday was chosen from the Nordic people's day for the sun-god's birth. (Jesus= son of God). The Nordics wanted to be part of secular celebrations. The Christians were trying to put Christ into the winter-solstice holiday. Christ was probably born in the Spring time.
3) The Christmas tree was also a Nordic original tradition, beginning with an Evergreen tree because it would stay green all year, through the cold winter. The Christians took that idea and put apples on the tree to symbolize the garden of Eden, which began Christmas ornaments.
4) The first description of Santa Clause came from the poem "The Night before Christmas."
5) Rudolf the Red-nose reindeer was created by Macy's for advertising during the holidays.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Music is Poetry
For English class, we have an assignment to write an essay on what music we feel is poetry. I am having EXTREME difficulty with this assignment, as I feel all music is poetry, and there is a reason for that.
When you think of poetry, what comes to mind? A couple of stanzas of words that don't make sense to you? Well, poetry is not limited to what you discuss in English class or read in books assigned for summer reading at school. Poetry is a form of art that humans use to express themselves. Poetry is grouping words that you love. Words that make you smile or make you feel relaxed because you've written down your feelings of anger, hatred, or despair. All of these emotions are expressed in poetry, and in music. Therefore, music is poetry.
Music and poetry share a bond that artists use to it's maximum potential. Writing a song requires artistic imagination and ability that few people have true posession of. However, any type of poetry is amazing to it's author. Poetry is created to act as a self-comforting exercise to let loose and share your thoughts. After all, keeping something bottled up isn't good for anyone, now is it?
Poetry is more than a group of words that don't make sense. Music is more than notes on a page. Both of these expressions of art are created to be enjoyed by whoever wishes them to be so. All music is love, expression... and life. All music is poetry.
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
When you think of poetry, what comes to mind? A couple of stanzas of words that don't make sense to you? Well, poetry is not limited to what you discuss in English class or read in books assigned for summer reading at school. Poetry is a form of art that humans use to express themselves. Poetry is grouping words that you love. Words that make you smile or make you feel relaxed because you've written down your feelings of anger, hatred, or despair. All of these emotions are expressed in poetry, and in music. Therefore, music is poetry.
Music and poetry share a bond that artists use to it's maximum potential. Writing a song requires artistic imagination and ability that few people have true posession of. However, any type of poetry is amazing to it's author. Poetry is created to act as a self-comforting exercise to let loose and share your thoughts. After all, keeping something bottled up isn't good for anyone, now is it?
Poetry is more than a group of words that don't make sense. Music is more than notes on a page. Both of these expressions of art are created to be enjoyed by whoever wishes them to be so. All music is love, expression... and life. All music is poetry.
Eat, breathe, and live music...
musicbytori
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