If I say life is good without internet, I would be a hypocrite, although it was really good to have limited internet connection for the past two weeks. Internet in my home went down. It was a perfect timing, exactly when the corona rules for church music are changing rapidly. It was frustrating and a …
Yesterday, on the 1st Advent, I visited a friend for afternoon tea. She said, “I kept the DIY Advent Calendar that you made last year. I like it so much, I am going to reuse it this year.” I am happy that my friend kept the calendar, I am sad that I did not make …
Without enthusiasm you will never accomplish anything correctly in art.Ohne Enthusiasmus wird nichts Rechtes in der Kunst zu Wege gebracht. Advice to Young Musicians – Robert Schumann After two years working as a church musician, I realized there is a big gap between the music I learned and the occupational music. I need to deal …
In November, The Journey Writer collaborated with Robert Schumann on the project “Music Lesson with Robert Schumann”. Robert Schumann (1810 – 1856) was known as a musician, a composer. In fact, he was also an excellent writer! Among his many writings, he has written “Advice to Young Musicians” in year 1848 alongside with his piano …
On the coming Sunday, I will turn this “October” page to “November”. Other than that, I need to adjust my clock to winter time, one hour backward because of the daylight saving time.
The next morning, by the Main River we had brunch together. At The Old St. Nicholas Church, I lit up a candle to give thanks to God for the wonderful weekend, also prayed for His guidance for the future. And the journey goes on.
“Let’s put aside the visa and financial challenges, what do you want to be then?” a German friend asked.
“Schriftstellorganistin.” I said.
“Wie bitte?” the friend replied.
(Pardon?)
Some minutes ago I just sent out the very 1st issue of “The Journey Newsletter”. Subscribe to the Newsletter for free if you are interested to get all the latest about The Journey and behind the scenes. The newsletter is not regular, it is only available when I am working on an exciting project for …
When I ask myself every 3 to 5 days the question : “Is working as a church musician the right occupation for me?” I guess the answer is pretty clear: No. Why am I still keeping the job and keep renewing my work contract? Because I am timid. It is a secure job to pay …
I like to stay in a comfortable hotel, resort or friend’s guest room. I can enjoy the cleanness and tidiness without cleaning it. When I am out, I know my room will be cleaned when I am back. It is also very nice to enjoy a hearty breakfast without preparing it. After wake up, I …