Lee wrote this, with Scott playing a mean banjo. Such a happy song. It is from the second children’s album in a series, this one is “Soundzania On Safari” and you can buy it here.
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#ARTMOMENT: The Parte de Sotto Suffers
Time to wallow. The Parte de Sotto is having its communal dinner following its bitter defeat in this year’s #calendimaggio2018. The origins of “May Day” go back to medieval times and are linked to pagan customs that celebrated the return of the spring season and the renewal of the cycle of life.
In Assisi, the city was divided into “Parte de Sotto” (Lower City) and “Parte de Sopra” (Upper City), ruled respectively by the rival families of the Fiumi and the Nepis. In Ancient times these rivalries would result in deadly clashes; however, the ceremonies now simply reflect a joyful (though still fiercely competitive) event which lasts for several days, featuring flame-throwing, dancing, singing, cross-bowing, and lots of men in tights. #MagnificaPartedeSotto
#ARTMOMENT: An interpretation of Italian culture and history through the mind of an American.
Original Song: Full Moon Eclipse (Now Do It)
Written during the full moon eclipse of August 2009.
Music by Marc. Sung by Cecy. Lyrics by Cecy and David. (c) August 2009.
#ARTMOMENT: Assisi is the City of Peace
The small town of Assisi is the “City of Peace.” Millions of people from around the world make a pilgrimage here to honor the life and teachings of St. Francis, one of the patron saints of Italy. After sundown on October 3, 1226, St. Francis died. That night is marked by medieval drumming, flag-throwing, and fire. A solemn procession is held in nearby Santa Maria, and sacred oil from one of Italy’s regions is brought to light his tomb in the Basilica.
The following day Masses are held in Santa Maria and in the Basilica in Assisi, his final resting place. Finally, on the 5th, a large market is held on the streets of Assisi.
#ARTMOMENT: An interpretation of Italian culture and history through the mind of an American.
#ARTMOMENT: Sagra: A Local Festival
“Le Sagre” are folk festivals celebrating local culture and food. Throughout Italy and especially in Umbria, you can find wonderful local specialties cooked and served up by local volunteers. These hard workers are very proud of their heritage and tradition, and cheerfully offer their time. My favorites so far have been for both the sagras for duck and snails — not cooked in the French way (which I also love), but in a spicy tomato broth.
Usually there is a live band and dancing as well. Rich in history and culture, these festivals are a beautiful way to engage in #ladolcevita.
#ARTMOMENT: An interpretation of Italian culture and history through the mind of an American.
Original Song: Library
It’s National Library Week! I love books. I like the library! I like to sing about liking the library!
Lee wrote a song about why he likes the library. Scott played the guitar. It is on his new children’s album.
#ARTMOMENT: The Fantastic Fish Boar
The mighty griffin from Parte de Sopra rides the fantastic “fish-boar” to victory. #Calendimaggio celebrations in Assisi date back to the 1300; music, dancing, cross-bow archery, and fire shows are all part of the yearly Spring Festival.
#ARTMOMENT: An interpretation of Italian culture and history through the mind of an American.
Original Song: Unhappy Ending
Written by Lee, of course. Help Wanted playing. We are having a reunion in October! That will be fun. Love also that in the reunions I have been able to share vocal duties with James. I am not as big of a diva as I thought =)
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