12/22/2021 2 Comments 29. Hope Lingers On
Notes: "Hope lingers on"... I love singing this to myself as a reminder that a pandemic is not the only thing lingering around. There are so many beautiful recordings of this piece online, I encourage you, like always, to use this podcast as a way to learn the song, and then if it speaks to you, follow the links and sing along with gorgeous professional recordings! Sometimes, honestly, it makes me uncomfortable to put my voice with loops out there when there are such polished renditions available (that honestly might sound better!) -- but then I remind myself that I'm not here performing for you... I'm here sharing a song that makes a difference to me when I sing it to myself -- and maybe it will do that for you, too? Planting songs for wellness...
Next week I'm hugely excited to share a songwriter conversation with the composer of this song, Lissa Schneckenburger. We talk about some of the differences between voice and violin as instruments, music as a way of distilling learning and helping heal from trauma, how not to lose heart as a change-maker, touring on a bicycle and more. Sign up for the A Breath of Song mailing list (the little form on the home page; you might have to scroll down a bit) to receive a heads up as a new episode is released, plus a large version of the artwork, brief thoughts from my slightly peculiar brain... and occasional extras when they seem vitally important! No junk -- I will never sell your address. I read out all your names into my living room when I send new mailings... I appreciate the connection to you who are listening and singing these songs with me. Songwriter Info: Lissa Schneckenburger is a fiddle player and singer whose roots are in folk music in Maine. She lives in Brattleboro, Vermont, now, and says, “To me, music creates community. Music is what people sing along to, dance to, fall in love to… music brings people together." Giving concerts on her own or as part of the trio, Low Lily, as well as supporting other musicians with practice challenges (and jokes) through her website, Lissa consistently does her part to build community. Her solo album, Thunder In My Arms, is a tender, powerful collection of songs about attachment, parenting, and trauma. We talk about its origin and development in the next episode's conversation. Links: Lissa's website: lissafiddle.com Low Lily's recording of Hope Lingers On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lv9R60CSQ54 The totebag with the chorus lyrics: https://lissafiddle.com/store/hope-lingers-on-tote-bag/ Learn more about Thunder in My Arms : https://lissafiddle.com/store/thunder-in-my-arms/ Vancouver Youth Choir singing Hope Lingers On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0bmhcvPwTI A combination of a college and middle school choir made one of the infamous virtual choir videos of Hope Lingers On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=506zikTDSMs Nuts & Bolts: 4:4, Ionian, 3 verses & harmonized chorus
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Sarah Hamill
12/24/2021 08:49:22 am
Hi, thank you for reach out to the world with music. I’m reaching back to you, with love. Merry winter!
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Patricia Norton
12/24/2021 07:09:50 pm
Thank you for your music making, Sarah, and the kindness of your reaching out! Merry winter to you, too....
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