Cynthia Wilson, affectionately dubbed “Chaplain of Pop” has built a bridge between theology and popular culture as a blogger for twenty years providing commentary on faith,art, politics and music. Listen to her podcast by clicking the web version link at the bottom of this blog and at the top of the web version after the jump.
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Friday, August 22, 2008
In Memoriam:Leroi Moore-Weekend Inspiration Blast from the Past-Creativessel Inspirations: A Good Combination
Leroi Moore Performing at New York's Roseland Ballroom
May 9,2005-Photo Source
Creativessel Inspirations: A Good Combination
This week's Weekend Inspiration is in memory of Leroi Moore,saxophonist for the Dave Matthews Band who passed away this past Tuesday afternoon,August 19, due to complications from an ATV accident in late June. He was 46.
I thought I'd lift this blog posting from last year's benefit concert for Virginia Tech featuring Dave Matthews Band,John Mayer,Nas and Phil Vassar as the "Weekend Inspiration".It serves as an example of what happens when musicians get together to play music to "uplift and encourage" a traumatized and grief stricken community.This post and the related blogs below which contain music from the concert or associated videos makes up the playlist.
Enjoy reminiscing.It really was a wonderful show.how do I know?I was there...
Thanks for the music,Leroi. Rest in peace.
Cynthia
The Chaplain of Pop
Monday, August 27, 2007
Limited Number of Virginia Tech Concert Tickets Are Being Made Available to the Public For Purchase
(Photo Source and more...)
BLACKSBURG, Va., August 26, 2007 -- A limited number of tickets available to the general public will go on sale Tuesday, August 28 at 10 a.m. for the September 6 "A Concert for Virginia Tech" via MusicToday.com.
As you probably already know,the concert will feature performances by Dave Matthews Band,John Mayer,Nas and Phil Vassar. All musicians are waiving their fees for the concert,which will be a celebration of the strength and resiliency of the Hoakie spirit as the community recovers from the April 16 shooting tragedy which claimed the lives of 33 of its members.
I was happy to learn that a limited number of tickets are being offered to the general public.I'm sure there are a lot of music fans who will be happy to participate in this celebration and have the opportunity to see some of their favorite recording artists in concert "live" as well.
It should be a great celebration.
Peace,
Cynthia
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Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Music Medicine Cometh to Lift the Spirits and Ease Life's Pains
"Messages and Notes from a Bottle" (more)
John Mayer,Dave Matthews Band, Phil Vassar
and Nas Join in a Concert to Lift the Spirits of Virginia Tech
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Unlike bronze,wood,stone. clay,or canvas, "music sculptors" use music, songs and lyrics as their artistic medium of expression, designing musical mixes using themes that soothe the heart,mind and soul. Their designs are multi-dimensional and can bring other textures and mediums to bear on the ultimate concept as well.I've discovered throughout the years that music is a pretty potent multi-level healer and that a song can in combination quite often with other things,perform laser sharp heart(figuratively speaking),psychic and emotional surgery. Vibrating into knooks ,crannies and crevices of the heart that would otherwise go untouched, I don't think any other medium surpasses its non-invasive,yet tremendously subtle fluid delivery. Yes. For raw or subtle emotional impact, a song is definitely the way to go.--Cynthia D. Wilson. excerpted from the Airlift II-Love Soother Mix blog.
That "love and music are healing forces of the world"... Anyone who knows me is well aware that I put together what I have dubbed "music sculptures",not only to set certain moods and tones,but to emit healing ,comforting and soothing sounds to the soul and "lift the spirits"with music of course.
During this blog and related podcast series,where I interject various play lists, you'll not only get my take on some of the artists,but you'll also learn how I've applied their songs in the sound healing process. Sound interesting?
So,in anticipation and celebration of the upcoming concert at Virginia Tech on September 6,2007,which is a "celebration of life" and an event to "lift the spirits with music", I am lifting several blogs and comments which I made on music message boards and blogs around the internet,including a play list put together especially and dedicated to what is sure to be a tremendously uplifting concert experience.
The next prescription: "A Dose of John Mayer" will focus on the healing sounds of his music and a recommended play list as part of the weekend inspiration (music sculpture).
Peace,
Cynthia
Related Blogs:
Cynthia D. Wilson Speaks and Writes...: Airlift II-Love Soother Mix
Deep Degrees of Blue
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
John Mayer,Dave Matthews,Nas and Others Join in Benefit For Virginia Tech
John Mayer-Photo by C.Wilson
Nas-Photo Source
Dave Matthews Band-Photo Source
On September 6, Virginia's own Dave Matthews Band along with John Mayer, Phil Vassar and Nas will join together in "A Concert For Virginia Tech" at the university's Lane Stadium.Free tickets will be made available to all current students, faculty and staff. Coming at the beginning of the 2007-08 academic year.
Members of the Dave Matthews Band who are from Charlottesville,Virginia recruited Mayer,Nas and others to headline with them. For more click here.
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