Sometimes You Just Have to Laugh
It’s been a wild summer at work, so I’m starting to get a little punchy. And when I’m punchy, I’m also pretty easily amused. Since laughter’s a good stress reliever, it’s a great combination. I doubt…
Background Sound
When I was still in school, I used to divide up my listening music according to subjects. I could play anything during math, “thinking” music (aka Mozart and Bach) for sciences, and absolute silence for English…
The Summer Anthem
It’s early, but I’m calling it: Katy Perry’s “California Gurls” is going to be the Song of the Summer. Every summer has its song that becomes The Hit, with catchy lyrics and a dance-inducing beat. In…
And 12 points go to … Germany!
On Saturday, the German contribution to the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest (also called the Grand Prix de la Chanson) won, the first time in 28 years. It’s a charming song and a charming performance, so here…
Uke Away!
When I went to primary school you had two instruments, the voice and the recorder. There’s nothing wrong with the first one, but face it – how applicable is the recorder to modern music? But now…
I Think Queen Would Appreciate This
I think the “Mama” section is the best. Do you have any favoured covers or remixes of classics? – Jean AAR
An Earworm
I discovered today that the charming German word Ohrwurm – a tune you just can’t get out of your head and you find yourself humming despite yourself – is making its way into the English language…
24-Hour Songs
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Music for special moments
Sad but true: I listen to music less often than I did when I was younger. This may partly be the result of having to put up with a certain amount of noise at work –…
Feeling Gleeful
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