I am taking a little time off before the next round of piano engagements kick into gear. Long awaited sleeping in and going lap swimming. Also I'm taking in the local Crazy Days. Next week I'm seeing Heart in concert at the Sioux Empire Fair. I will hate to see summer end.
Spin Off
Dear fans I have some exciting news! After my show in Marshall MN, I was offered and I accepted a job at Southwest Minnesota State University. I will be conducting three workshops on the art of composing music October 17 for The Young Artist Conference. 700 kids, grades K-8 attended last year.The title of my program is Feel The Beat By Holly featuring The Art of Composing, Instrument Demonstrations of pennywhistle and harmonica, and Audience Participation with various instruments. One job spins off…
Read moreThoughts from the Tour
I'm halfway through my Catch The Beat tour! I want to thank everybody for being so supportive of me as a new artist. Everyone seems to love my instrument demonstrations. Hearing a harmonica and a penny whistle is something that most people don't get to hear every day. Also, people have enjoyed my explanation of Braille books. For example the half inch print version of a magazine and the 6 volumnes of braille more than a foot high that I must read, plus books on tape, and other library resources available…
Read morePick a Song
Dear Fans, From the 14 songs on my new album, I need to pick one track to submit for radio play. Will you listen and pick your favorite? Let me know by writing your comments in the Guestbook or drop me a line at holly@hollysmusic.com in the Contact link. I can't wait! Holly
Last Minute Trouble
I found out my sustain pedal has an electrical short in the cord. I had to quickly order a new one and have it shipped to my house so it would be here in time for my library tour in July. That really scared me.
Catchy Sayings
At the Recording Studio in Golden Valley, there was a plaque on the wall that read. "There are three types of people, those who MAKE things happen, those who WATCH things happen, and those who WONDER WHAT happened!" Which one are you? Another read In God We Trust. All others pay cash!
My New Stress Reliever
When I was reading the pamplet from the company that did my graphic art for the CD jacket and the manufacturing, there was a slogan that I loved. It said, "I'm the musician, just make me look good!" I'm sure I'll be saying that in the future.