Tag Archives: Christmas

W.A. Mozart: Regina Coeli in C major, K. 276

Posted on December 14, 2014 by loveoxox

 

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A wondrous comet appeared…

Posted on December 7, 2014 by Michaela

In 1552, a curious and lavishly illustrated manuscript titled Augsburg Book of Miraculous Signs appeared in the  City of Augsburg, then a part of the Holy Roman Empire, located in present-day Germany. It exorcised, in remarkable detail and wildly imaginative artwork, Medieval … Continue reading →

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For the first Sunday in Advent…

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Michaela

The first Sunday in Advent calls for Bach (BWV 62 ” Nun kommt der Heiden Heiland” And what I am saying to you I say to all: Stay awake!’ (Mk 13,37)

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Be joyful…

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Michaela

Once again the mystery and magic of Christmas can be felt all around us. We may have become a bit cynical about the commercial aspects of season’s giving, but all the hectic and noise are a useful contrast to what … Continue reading →

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Fair as the moon, choice as the sun

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Michaela

A little pre-Christmas treat: Van Eyk’s Lucca Madonna with a beautiful Josquin motette…. Enjoy… Josquin Desprez, Virgo prudentissima Virgo prudentissima quo progrederis quasi aurora valde rutilans filia Sion, pulchra ut luna, electa ut sol O most wise virgin, where are … Continue reading →

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The story is the teaching

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Michaela

Adyashanti on the story of Jesus Christ Consciousness Within

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In natali domini

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Michaela

Looking at early nativity scenes and their symbolism. This one is from the Bergognone, a contemporary of Leonardo da Vinci. I am intrigued by the half rotten apple and the ” vitarca mudra” the Madonna is forming with her hands. … Continue reading →

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Christmas Magic

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Michaela

What would  Christmas be without the Nutcracker Suite ? This version is from the 1940 Walt Disney film ” Fantasia”

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Chocolate dreams

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Michaela

I am dreaming of a sweet Christmas…

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Away in a manger

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Michaela

The nativity scenes at Christmas go back to St Francis of Asisi in the 13th century. Many churches in Austria have very elaborate, valuable and old pieces at display. This is a particularly beautiful one from Mariazell:

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