Monthly Archives: December 2009

Birthdays and Bourbon-Soaked Lullabies

I love serendipity. So there I was, minding my own business, driving home from taking McDoc to work. (Such is the Faustian bargain of being a one-car couple; if I need wheels during the day, I have to get up … Continue reading

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The GRAMMY Nominations: A Classical Music Smorgasbord!

Christmas comes early to Music Nerd Land! The GRAMMY® nominations are out, and boy, do I feel like a kid in a candy store! The Classical Field boasts 68 recordings in its 12 categories – none of which I’d say … Continue reading

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Hallelujah Humor!

If you haven’t seen this yet, well, ’tis the season! So, music nerds, tell me: what is it that makes this funny? Think about it as you watch, then click Mr. Readmore for this music nerd’s take.

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A Little GRAMMY Background!

Pop Quiz: What genre of music boasts the artist who holds the record for the most GRAMMY Awards® in a lifetime? Take your time. If you guessed classical, congratulations! You are correct! The conductor Sir Georg Solti is the record-holder. … Continue reading

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