…was first released 50 years ago last Sunday. 26 August 1968 to be precise. Did you know? When the band started the take they ended up using,… Read more “Hey Jude…”
Month: August 2018
Back to school
“It’s that time of the year again’. ‘Can you believe another year has passed?’ ‘I can’t believe how big they’re getting!’ These and many other similar lines… Read more “Back to school”
Feeding time
Feeding time at any animal trough is chaotic. Creatures jostling for position, wolfing down their food as fast as possible before someone else gets it, or it’s… Read more “Feeding time”
My art gallery experience
The National Gallery of Ireland is a beautiful building, inside and out. I was there for the first time recently, and I had my usual experience in… Read more “My art gallery experience”
When you disagree with something…
An article by the name of ‘The Tragic Decline of Musical Literacy (and Quality)’ caught my eye last week. It made a lot of points with which… Read more “When you disagree with something…”
Swings and Roundabouts
Movement on a swing is all about momentum. If you get the right push and move your legs in the right way it can keep you going… Read more “Swings and Roundabouts”
The Warriors Run
There are probably many versions of this story, but here’s the one I heard. Almost 40 years ago, two friends sat in Sonny Bree’s pub in the… Read more “The Warriors Run”
Borrowing the jersey…
I played some music at an 80th birthday party last night. Like every birthday party, it was a celebration, but this was a special one. Firstly because… Read more “Borrowing the jersey…”
What are the right lessons/clubs for your children?
I spoke to a set of parents in the company of their 14 year-old daughter recently. When they found out I taught piano they told me that… Read more “What are the right lessons/clubs for your children?”
Annette
My working day always starts off well on a Wednesday because at 9.30, Annette comes for her lesson. I always look forward to it because every week… Read more “Annette”
