I have rediscovered things from my old blog that disappeared from Google blogger.
Here is one I wrote about having designers’ block.
Still very relevant for now - I still love Mozarts Requiem.
Designing Promptings
I find that whenever I get designers block, all I need is a bit of MUSIC.
My favourite designing music is usually classical or early music (middle ages).
Which composers depend on my mood.
I LOVE Mozart's Requiem
- I like to play it loud, much to my children's dismay.
You can listen to a performance here
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Requiem in D minor, K. 626 - YouTube
When my kids drove me nuts (when they were young), I would put on Bach's Brandenburg Concertos.
Click below to have a listen
Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050 (Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado) - YouTube
It worked like magic.
The kids calmed & so did I.
I have music in my collection covering a wide range.
I have Satie, Led Zepplin, Vaughn, Cat Stevens, Henry Purcell, Soundtracks to favourite movies, George Butterworth, lots of classical guitar, folk music etc
If I'm painting, I really like Jazz.
For Calligraphy, I like classical (no words or I make spelling mistakes).
Cross stitch design - classical or Bluegrass.
I'm into Chris Thile at the moment.
If I am painting decorative stuff or knitting, crocheting or spinning I like to listen to audiobooks.
Murder mysteries, historical romance or a combination of both.
That way I can do 2 things at once.
I have just finished listening to 'The Unknown Ajax' by Georgette Heyer.
I really enjoy her books - especially when I'm feeling BLAH, sick, or just generally need a pick me up.
Perfect with a cup of tea!
I get them at Audible or iTunes.
I prefer Audible because they are easier to get & I have an app for my ipod.
Tonight I'm off to the Sydney Opera House
to hear Beethoven's 9th Symphony in the Concert hall.
Here's, ‘Ode to Joy’, part of Beethoven’s ninth symphony.
Have a listen.
The best version I've heard was featured in the movie, 'Immortal Beloved' with Gary Oldman as Beethoven.
I'll have to make sure I have my sketchbook handy
(I always carry a small one) to jot down any ideas I get.
I'm off to do some more making.
I'm having trouble getting two sleeves to match.
Any Tips?