Monthly Archives: September 2010

Hand Music

Today I’d like to share a technique for making interesting sounds (dare I call these sounds music?) that may well die off with me if I don’t pass it on to younger generations… so put some toner in your printer … Continue reading

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As I Lay Dying

Well, I don’t know about you, but I am definitely ready for fall to get here. I spent close to an hour and a half today mowing the lawn in 90+ weather here in North Carolina. Seriously, it’s just unbelievable … Continue reading

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Two Happiness Tips

You know, living in these difficult times makes it increasingly hard to be happy. I mean, seriously, it’s tough to walk around with a smile on your face these days when there are so many problems to solve just to … Continue reading

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Voice Recognition Software

Well, today I’m trying my first use of voice recognition software. I spent $100 and bought a copy of Dragon NaturallySpeaking 11 Premium. It’s really remarkable software. I’ve just dictated the first three sentences on this blog entry and it’s … Continue reading

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Don’t Love You Much

I got myself cranked up this morning to do some work by listening to Guy Clark and Emmylou Harris singingĀ  this great song: Are you moving now?

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Wandering Angus

Poetry set to music with time lapse videos. Who could ask for more? With that said, here’s Jolie Holland and some lovely listening and watching: How nice was that?

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Paul Asbell

Here’s one of my favorite acoustic guitarists, Paul Asbell, playing a wonderful interpretation of A Whiter Shade of Pale as well as a few other nice little pieces: I wish I could play like that, don’t you?

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Bella Donna

Here’s something wonderful from the Avett Brothers for all my fellow acoustic guitar music-loving friends: How fine is that?

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