We had another big earthquake just a couple of hours ago. Its epicentre turned out to be west of Tokyo, where I live, that is hundreds of miles away from that of the very first one. Hope noone is hurt this time.
Hope *you* are OK Hiro. We all really feel for you and your country, but these are just words.
As for Karine Polwart, she is a great singer. I got an album of hers a few years ago and really loved it.
that's 'shruti', not shutri. i've seen them used quite effectively for drone accompaniment by musicians whose hands were busy (fiddling, for instance), playing it with a foot. many years ago now - it may be trendy, but not new.
and, yes, best wishes from afar . . . and condolences.
Thanks for posting this, slainte, Ms Polwart is one of the musicians that I consider to be a gift from God, a reminder that mortals can aspire to the creation of pure beauty!
And you and your countrymen are in my thoughts and prayers.
Though electricity supply and transportation are disrupted, people in Tokyo areas do the best to commute and work as usual in order to keep this country alive. I myself attended a regular session and played tunes with others to keep the session and the pub alive.
The victims of tsunamis and those still taking shelter near the nuclear power plant are in my prayers.
Karine Polwart Singing a Lullaby
Karine Polwart Singing a Lullaby
Just before going to bed, I found a clip of Karine Polwart singing a lullaby: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSsmZsZhVac
We had another big earthquake just a couple of hours ago. Its epicentre turned out to be west of Tokyo, where I live, that is hundreds of miles away from that of the very first one. Hope noone is hurt this time.
"Beo Beo..." That's the word.
Good night!
# Posted on March 15th 2011 by slainte
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Hope *you* are OK Hiro. We all really feel for you and your country, but these are just words.
As for Karine Polwart, she is a great singer. I got an album of hers a few years ago and really loved it.
# Posted on March 15th 2011 by Rudall the time
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You are in our thoughts, slainte.
Beo, indeed.
# Posted on March 16th 2011 by fidkid
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All the best to you and everyone in Japan, slainte.
And thank you for posting that Polwart clip! I LOVE her! Does anyone know what that box is that she's playing with?
# Posted on March 16th 2011 by kennedy
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It's what's known as a "Shutri Box"
http://www.shrutibox.co.uk/?jssCart=36e49c28e50f2e1466bffe59c7dd4332
and they seem to quite fashionable these days. I daresay it makes a change from the ukelele.
We're all thinking about you, Slainte, and your country at this very troublesome time. Take care.
# Posted on March 16th 2011 by Johnny Jay
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Wow, weird. The things I learn on this site! I guess it's handy if you don't feel like lugging around a whole accordion. Thanks.
# Posted on March 16th 2011 by kennedy
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that's 'shruti', not shutri. i've seen them used quite effectively for drone accompaniment by musicians whose hands were busy (fiddling, for instance), playing it with a foot. many years ago now - it may be trendy, but not new.
and, yes, best wishes from afar . . . and condolences.
# Posted on March 16th 2011 by 'tinamatt
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Oops, I know.
I've been doing that a lot lately... i.e. mistyping.. but thanks for pointing that out, Tinamatt.
# Posted on March 16th 2011 by Johnny Jay
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Thanks for posting this, slainte, Ms Polwart is one of the musicians that I consider to be a gift from God, a reminder that mortals can aspire to the creation of pure beauty!
And you and your countrymen are in my thoughts and prayers.
# Posted on March 17th 2011 by AlBrown
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Thanks for kind words, everyone.
Though electricity supply and transportation are disrupted, people in Tokyo areas do the best to commute and work as usual in order to keep this country alive. I myself attended a regular session and played tunes with others to keep the session and the pub alive.
The victims of tsunamis and those still taking shelter near the nuclear power plant are in my prayers.
# Posted on March 17th 2011 by slainte