Monthly Archives: November 2009

Muppets and Strings and Bohemian Rhapsody, Oh My!

Posted on November 28, 2009 by Miss Music Nerd

An amazing video has been making the internet rounds recently; I had seen a few links to it, but I just now finally took the time to sit down and watch it. Not that the concept wasn’t compelling, mind you … Continue reading →

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Miss Music Nerd Gets Official!

Posted on November 28, 2009 by Miss Music Nerd

Happy Day-After-Thanksgiving, music nerds! I hope everyone is feeling full and happy, and enjoying a relaxing extended holiday weekend. I have some exciting news to report! I have been asked to be the ‘official’ blogger for classical music for this … Continue reading →

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A Little Music for Thanksgiving (before Christmas completely takes over!)

Posted on November 26, 2009 by Miss Music Nerd

Happy Thanksgiving Eve, music nerds! I was all set to post about what I want for Christmas, but that will have to wait. I mean, what was I thinking? I hate the way Christmas takes over the stores and the … Continue reading →

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Sara's Second Act

Posted on November 21, 2009 by Miss Music Nerd

Today I bring you a story of music, courage and love. Earlier this week, I came across a link to this story; I’d heard of Sara before, but not lately. Check out the video at the link, by the way … Continue reading →

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Musical Brain Surgery!

Posted on November 15, 2009 by Miss Music Nerd

One of several things I do for money (working for a living is so inconvenient!) is transcribing audio from business meetings, conferences, interviews, etc. It’s a telecommuting job with very quick turnaround times, and that suits me pretty well; I … Continue reading →

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Musically Verklempt

Posted on November 10, 2009 by Miss Music Nerd

Musical magic sneaks up on me when I least expect it! I can be rather jaded and cynical when it comes to music; it’s an occupational hazard, and a common side effect of too many years of music grad school. … Continue reading →

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Requiem Mass for All Souls Day (With a Side of Jelly)

Posted on November 3, 2009 by Miss Music Nerd

Victoria Requiem: Introit Last night, McDoc and I attended the Solemn Requiem Mass for All Souls Day at our local Anglo-Catholic joint, which we visit whenever we need a dose of good, old-fashioned smells ‘n’ bells. This church is renowned … Continue reading →

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