This time last year, I offered a post that intentionally reflected what some friends think of as my basic optimism. I even called the post “An Optimistic Perspective for 2021,” and it was published at https://bit.ly/38346BE. The post was full of my own optimism, a description I won’t deny. And remembering the post and re-reading …
Personal History
Die Meistersinger and Me
[On October 26, The Metropolitan Opera in New York City brings back its much-loved production of Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg for six performances, including one Saturday matinee and two Sunday matinees. That’s the reason for this post.] This blog is usually referred to as my “personal” blog, and that’s certainly true in this case, …
A Day for Reflection
Walking down Fifth Avenue just after dark last night, we could see the two commemorative 9/11 light shafts. They were at the foot of Manhattan, shining their seemingly endless high blue columns into the sky. The day itself – September 10 – had been weirdly reminiscent of September 11 in 2001. Absolutely beautiful weather, not …
Independence Day: A Musical Observance for Our American Birthday
On Sunday we Americans celebrate Independence Day, our July Fourth “birthday” commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It is a day on which we often try to give thought to our history, and the values that have shaped that history over the last 245 years. Celebrating the Day No matter where in the …
Research Rapture: Leaving No Stone Unturned
There can be real joy in diving into topics far beyond one’s own domain, but also concern about getting too caught up in the process. But fear not, getting sidetracked does not have to be a bad thing! If you are accustomed to bouncing around digital resources to learn as much as you can about a …
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