Tag: mindfulness
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Song 44: The funkiest thing I had ever heard
“Pusherman” by Curtis Mayfield I could list a multitude of great songs that remind me of my dad, but this one stands out the most. It’s so good! As a child growing up in northern Minnesota, this was the funkiest thing I had ever heard, and it stands the test of time. Even though I… Read more
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Song 43: With a rebel yell she cried, more, more, more
“Rebel Yell” by Billy Idol Billy Idol was my first rock star crush. Never mind that I was 12 and he was in his 30’s, I believed we were destined to be together! Years later, I have lost the crush but never the love of this song. It’s a solid rock song that has stood… Read more
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Song 42: Songs you wish your teacher used in class
[Public domain image on Wikimedia Commons-Tomasland took this picture on April 2nd 2006] “Feel Good, Inc.” by Gorillaz This song is so aptly named, it always makes me dance! It’s such a fun, interesting song. I love pop dance music, but if typically is missing depth. This song has depth, variation, and also features one… Read more
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Song 41: Flying through the air with freak folk accompaniment
“Book of Right On” by Joanna Newsom Christine: I will never understand why I love this song so much, I just do! Several of my friends were in a band named after the song, which is how I first heard of it. It’s such a weird song, the harp, her voice, which sounds like elderly… Read more
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Assignment 9: They just never get old
Name: Christine Petrich Place: Minneapolis, Minnesota Your relationship to music: listener, dancer, and musician, in that order Industry: College Instructor, Health and PE I met Christine when I was in high school. We were both in a modern dance class at the performing arts center in my hometown. I don’t think there is any one… Read more
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Song 18: Sanctuary
“Sanctuary” by Koan Sound 5songprjct: When you close your eyes and listen to this song, where do you go? Vanessa: I was introduced to this song by my sister Amanda. When I listen to it, it transports me into this beautiful bubble of peace. This song is my oasis on a music standpoint. I struggle… Read more
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Song 17: The universe
“Pray” by Sam Smith 5songpjct: I have so many questions about this song choice. I would love to hear what you have to say about “Pray” and why you chose it. Vanessa: This year (2017) has been an intense year for me and a lot of us. There has been a lot of sadness and… Read more