Did you catch the 2017 JUNOS? Music night in Canada. Music’s biggest night in Canada. Maple leaf music inspiration? I think so! While the JUNOS celebrates well-known artists–Celine Dion, The Weekend, Sia, Drake, Shawn Mendes and the late Leonard Cohen were all nominated–and the beautiful late and great Leonard Cohen received album of the year.… Continue Reading
When a tale as old as time enchants you with new magic? Saw the new Beauty and the Beast movie this past Saturday. In 3D. With shivers. And gained an even deeper appreciation for Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. There’s something about that surround sound. Action. Amped. With incredible performances from the… Continue Reading
Have you seen Disney’s latest movie, Moana? I haven’t yet, but I’m addicted to the soundtrack. Vocal and instrumental numbers both. Lin-Manuel Miranda, the man who wrote Hamilton, Mark Mancina the man who composed Tarzan and Brother Bear and New Zealand guitarist Opetaia Foa’i, all bring their magic touch to Moana. All three men have great senses… Continue Reading
Monika Weatherly 