Read more about this book and follow the tour here. Glenn Gould: Sketches of Solitude by Anne Kaufmann My rating: 5 of 5 stars Before reading this book, I believe I had heard of this prodigious musician, but I could not have told you anything about him. Maybe I would have remembered that he was a classical pianist, but I […]

Today’s feature is quite somber, and it is something I taught about every year when I taught music in Texas.  On this date in 1995, Selena was fatally shot by the president of her fan club.  The story is horrific, and if you watch the movie about her life (where J-Lo got her start), you will get a good understanding […]

I know of this song, and my parents used to watch the series.  Sad to say, I watched reruns of the series, too.  On this date in 1955, Billy Hayes’ version of The Ballad  of Davy Crockett reached #1 on the charts. For more info: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ballad_of_Davy_Crockett http://www.depauw.edu/news-media/latest-news/details/17822/

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. Music is something that means so much to me.  After all, I am a music teacher, and I have a vast repertoire of music from various styles.  When I first saw this company, I wasn’t sure what to think.  After all, you can stream music, download music, and do so […]

Melody Mires has sworn off dating musicians, but when the sexy European conductor Wolf Braun takes over her struggling symphony, her hesitation almost flies out the window with the notes of her flute—until he opens his mouth. Wolf is arrogant, haughty, and seems to have a personal vendetta against Melody. Oh, and he’s her boss. If she wants to keep […]

On this date in 1914, composer Victor Herbert (ever seen Babes in Toyland?  He wrote the music for that.) founded the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers known as ASCAP.  He founded this organization to ensure that royalties were paid and copyrights were protected as it related to the music scene.  Supposedly, the story goes that Victor Herbert was […]

The Top 10 Workout Songs for February 2014 Fort Wayne, IN – February 1, 2014 – This month’s top 10 list is as eclectic as they come. From the Top 40, you’ll find a slew of collaborations featuring Enrique Iglesias, Macklemore, and Shakira. Beyond the pop charts, you’ll find a college radio hit from Grouplove, a country anthem from Jerrod […]

Welcome to the Bye-Bye Winter Blues Giveaway Hop hosted by Nap Time is My Time and Literary Winner.  Are you ready for winter to be over?  I bet most of us are looking forward to spring and temperatures warming up!  After you enter my giveaway, be sure to hop on for the chance to win more prizes from other blogs. […]

  Okay, you might be surprised about my interest in today’s feature.  On this date in 1945, Rod Stewart was born.  And, yes, I am a Rod Stewart fan.  I could go on and on about his personal life–quite  extensive.  He has had his share of women, and I know he is getting older.  But his voice is still pretty […]

So do  you love music like I do?  How would you like to win $150 and pick the next big music star?  This is the first time I have ever participated in a Grandool giveaway, and it is truly an exciting venture.  Once there are 4000 entries, a winner is chosen, and that person wins $150!  This is open worldwide. […]