We need ways to uplift our lives during these trying times. My symphony, American Discovery, portrays five themes of discovery that might infuse a little beauty, culture, kindness, joy and adventure into your lives, even as you stay home. Mondays will be the day for Beauty.
I recently finished what I consider to be the final draft of the first movement, American Discovery – Beauty. This final version adds two instruments to the previous version I shared, cornet and bass trombone. The music portion starts at the 1:30 mark if you want to skip the narrative.
In future weeks I will introduce the other movements. For example, next week I will start Cultural Tuesday. Only the last movement awaits full orchestration as of right now. Will it be ready in a month?
The idea eventually is to encourage you all to contribute your own photos or stories on Beautiful Monday, Cultural Tuesdays etc. Initially these contributions will be solicited on the Humanity Hiker Facebook page, as this blog is not set up for that yet. Someday it will be. That is part of my ongoing plan for my next phase of life.
I now present to you Beautiful Monday.
