Tag Archives: music

Clive Davis Irks Kelly Clarkson

Yesterday, I blogged about Clive Davis coming out of the closet at bisexual at the ripe old age of 80.  He has actually been bisexual for years, just didn’t let the public know until he revealed it in his recent memoir, “The Soundtrack of My Life.” It seems that he revealed something else in the memoir – something incorrect according to client Kelly Clarkson. In the book, Davis said Clarkson has “a decidedly independent streak” (Hello?  Her first single was  “Miss Independent”) and “often speaks in public before she realizes the implications of what she’s saying.” He also said Clarkson … Continue reading →

September is Classical Music Month

Did you know September was proclaimed Classical Music Month in 1994? Classical music and composer studies are some of the most enjoyable lessons my family does during the school year.  If you have not implemented composer studies, use this month as an excuse to explore something new with your kids. I understand a request to add in another study can be daunting.  In my homeschool, we have composer studies on Fridays for 20 minute periods.  You can keep it low pressure by adding elements of classical music and composer studies into your regular routine.  For instance, you can play classical … Continue reading →

Turn Up The Music

Posted on by

Do you like housecleaning? I don’t think it’s at the top of most people’s favorite things to do list, but there are times when I really enjoy it. Housecleaning is a totally mindless chore. If I just need to burn off some energy doing something I don’t have to think about, housework is perfect. After all, it takes very little brain power to scrub a toilet. It’s also perfect for those times I have a lot on my mind and just need some thinking space. I can scrub and shine while working through a problem in my head. The great … Continue reading →