Category Archives: Music – general ~ 音楽:一般

Music and Bikes ~ 音楽と自転車

Well, the two are not that closely related, unless you are me.  In that case they are inseparable.  When cycling I hear music and when I’m making music I wish I were cycling.  I suppose you feel the same way? … Continue reading

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Concert tomorrow + Morning way of life ~ 明日のコンサート、朝のお勧め過ごし方

It’s the day before the Rikkyo Chapel Choir Rainbow Concert. The dress rehearsals have gone very well, and I am looking forward to a fine performance by the singers. If you are in the Ikebukuro area tomorrow, do drop in! (details … Continue reading

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Choir Concert at Rikkyo ~ 立教大学聖歌隊コンサート

Here is a photo of the recent Candlenight Service held at Rikkyo University’s Ikebukuro Campus chapel.  The chapel choir (which I lead), and the chapel handbell choir took part, each offering special music.  The choir sang Gabriel Jackson’s Magnificat and … Continue reading

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Back to school! そろそろ始まる、学校

It’s nearly back to school time in Japan.  The school year begins on April 1, and I am at the end of my six-month sabbatical.  My state of mind?  Similar to one of these children being pushed off to daycare … Continue reading

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A Sheepish post

Do you like sheep?  I had lamb for lunch today, which reminded me to post recent photos of sheep.  They are everywhere in the area.  Sheep appear not to be the cleverest of animals.  One stared at me for a … Continue reading

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