I have a little tradition here at Music Nerd Central: every year around this time, I bring you a list of medical-themed songs. What is it about the Ides of March that calls for such a theme, you ask? Well, … Continue reading
A Classic from the MMN Vault, originally posted on March 18, 2010 Three years ago, on a cool and cloudy day in Irvine, California, I accompanied McDoc, then a fourth year medical student, to his Match Day Ceremony. Every year … Continue reading
Happy Friday, music nerds! It’s been a big week at Music Nerd Central, and next week will be even bigger, as I head out to L.A. for my annual GRAMMY pilgrimage! This week’s music links take us from fashion to … Continue reading
I know, I know – you thought everything there was to cover about the royal wedding had been covered: the dresses, the hats, the guest list (and who wasn’t on it), etc, etc. The music chosen for the ceremony hasn’t been … Continue reading
Here’s a piece I wrote in response to Salon writer Tracy Clark-Flores’ invitation, "Share your childhood crush.” Crossposted at open.salon.com. I like to start each day by playing a ridiculously cheerful song to combat my usual morning sluggishness. For a … Continue reading
Thanks to everyone who voted for me in the “Your Own Show” competition! I got over 1200 votes, which is not bad for a last-minute entry, I think! A short time ago, music nerd Andy brought to my attention that … Continue reading
Well, I did it! I got through my first Holy Week and Easter in my new organist-choir director position! Feel free to share this badge of honor with any church musicians, clergy, altar guild members, church office workers, etc., that … Continue reading
Three years ago, on a cool and cloudy day in Irvine, California, I accompanied McDoc, then a fourth year medical student, to his Match Day Ceremony. Every year on the third Thursday of March, soon-to-be MDs across the country find … Continue reading
Every so often, someone will ask me who my favorite composer is, and I always answer that it’s impossible to narrow it down to just one, because there are so many I love. But I can say that Frédéric Chopin … Continue reading
Two New Year’s Eves ago, I posted A Nerdy Playlist for New Year’s Eve. I thought it might be fun to tweak it a bit, in the spirit of out with the old, in with the new! 1. To get … Continue reading