Why is the blog so quiet right now? Ella Fitzgerald can answer that.

Here's an entry for the jukebox: Ella Fitzgerald's rendition of Cole Porter's "It's Too Darn Hot". Stay Cool, in every sense, Everyone! and Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlMWW4R1ZBM&ab_channel=carlottafreni

A Meditation for the Easter Triduum, 2023

Greetings to ST, Ettes, and All! Here's a musical meditation for Holy Thursday/Good Friday/Easter; courtesy of an English gentleman friend, and sung by George Strait: "Love Without End, Amen" (1990). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkeZcdDJIlk&ab_channel=MelodiesandMemories Blessings to All!

For Independence Day, 2022

Greetings, ST, 'Ettes, 'Sieurs, and All! Here's a musical interlude for Independence Day: "America, the Beautiful", performed by the United States Marine Band Chamber Orchestra with the Combined Armed Forces Chorus at the National Cathedral, Washington, DC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=379k-j19bRE Happy and Blessed Independence Day, 2022

Kaffeehaus Jukebox – Artist Spotlight: Ian Dury (1942-2000)

Greetings, ST, 'Ettes, and 'Sieurs!This recent post here - and its lively comments - were the inspiration for an up-close listen to the work of Seventies artist-turned-Brit-punk-tunesmith Ian Dury. As I commented on the previous thread: "Ian D. is/was a polio survivor, with visible limitations; he had a biting sense of humor that’s on display … Continue reading Kaffeehaus Jukebox – Artist Spotlight: Ian Dury (1942-2000) →

I just filed my L-1 214.

And I couldn't possibly be happier! After a very enjoyable trip down Memory Lane with a dear friend, I have "logged out" of hanging around at the sandbox/kids' table for the very. last. time. The only remaining question is: Do I insist that my account - again - be deleted, for the final time, rather … Continue reading I just filed my L-1 214. →

Kaffeehaus Jukebox

Hey, All! At the invitation of our gracious host, I'm posting a spot for the music-lovers among us - and that's everyone - to share: earworms, random musical thoughts that cross one's mind during a differently-focused discussion, or golden oldies and rarities that jump-start memories we treasure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpgSVwY6bl8 To start us off: Glenn Miller's "Jukebox … Continue reading Kaffeehaus Jukebox →

Thoughts from the Chaplain’s Corner: A Musical Interlude

Greetings to all in the Kaffeeklatsch and beyond! It's still Sunday afternoon here (a rather dreary one, truth be told). My last few offerings have been rather weighty, I freely admit, so something lighter and brighter might be just the thing....Here's one of my favorite songs from a later vintage Paul McCartney album (Flaming Pie, … Continue reading Thoughts from the Chaplain’s Corner: A Musical Interlude →

A cup for the Kaffeeklatsch

Happy Saturday/Blessed Sunday/Wonderful Weekend from here, Everyone! Enjoy... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_caLUGnmvWo

It was “Someone’s” Birthday

And I can't think of anywhere I'd rather have spent it...Cheers! and thanks to Everyone! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tdy9tdCF9WM