Documentary piece on Clara Rockmore - Theremin virtuoso

Greetings,

In her own words, a brief history of Clara Rockmore's life with the Theremin. Also discussion with electronic music experts Robert Moog and Thomas Ray.

This is a wonderful tale of "crisis equals opportunity" When she ceased playing the violin because of advancing arthritis, Clara finds the perfect outlet for her artistry.

Fascinating!
Catherine

Clara Rockmore - "Hebrew Melody"

A dream come true (almost)! I always wanted to hear Clara in person. Oh, the many virtues and possibilities of YouTube.

Enjoy, or shed a tear...
Catherine

Eileen Farrell - "Depuis Le Jour"

Exquisite.

Enjoy,
Catherine

Philippe Gaubert and Nellie Melba perform Del ciel clemente of Donizetti.

Nellie Melba in her very first recording, March 1904!
Landon Ronald, piano
Philippe Gaubert, flute
WOW! FANTASTIC!

Catherine

Paris Symphony Orchestra - 1932 - Der Freischütz

Felix Weingartner conducts the Paris Symphony Orchestra in a 1932 performance of Overture to Der Freischütz.

Many thanks to Sir James Galway for posting the link to this video on Galway-Flute-Chat!

Closeups of Marcel Moyse playing can be seen at

5:19
6:16
8:19
8:40

Enjoy!
Catherine

Inaugural thoughts

(Inaugural thoughts)

Moving in the light,
hope is the torch
burning our fears and illuminating our path.

Today is bright.
Joyful tears cleanse.
Snow crystals gleam as fire roars in hearth and heart.

May he lead from calm,
the fiery fountain of strength,
roaring within…

courage.

© Catherine LeGrand
1.20.2009

Helen Plays Flute Again!

Dear readers,

I am sure that those of you who knew Roland Lietzenmayer will be delighted (as am I) to know that Roland's daughter Helen (the delightful younger flutist in the YouTube Chopstick Duo video)is playing flute again.

Helen's Mother sent me these photos taken last weekend to share with you.


Best,
Catherine