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Just listening to this forgotten jewel -
be kind to yourself, and listen, too.
It s marvelous.

Værket - Jealousy Hits
2016

#progrock #progressive #melodic #vaerket #progressiv #jewel #musicians
#escho #denmark #music

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lvQWWevFLbIPucLEfSaD43QEcm_RRAmkQ

Just listening to this forgotten jewel -
be kind to yourself, and listen, too.
It s marvelous.

Værket - Jealousy Hits
2016

#progrock #progressive #melodic #vaerket #progressiv #jewel #musicians
#escho #denmark #music

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lvQWWevFLbIPucLEfSaD43QEcm_RRAmkQ

Just listening to this forgotten jewel -
be kind to yourself, and listen, too.
It s marvelous.

Værket - Jealousy Hits
2016

#progrock #progressive #melodic #vaerket #progressiv #jewel #musicians
#escho #denmark #music

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lvQWWevFLbIPucLEfSaD43QEcm_RRAmkQ

Just listening to this forgotten jewel -
be kind to yourself, and listen, too.
It s marvelous.

Værket - Jealousy Hits
2016

#progrock #progressive #melodic #vaerket #progressiv #jewel #musicians
#escho #denmark #music

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lvQWWevFLbIPucLEfSaD43QEcm_RRAmkQ

Just listening to this forgotten jewel -
be kind to yourself, and listen, too.
It s marvelous.

Værket - Jealousy Hits
2016

#progrock #progressive #melodic #vaerket #progressiv #jewel #musicians
#escho #denmark #music

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lvQWWevFLbIPucLEfSaD43QEcm_RRAmkQ

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New News for indie musical artists:

https://all-about-music.ghost.io/new-music-news/

News about Suno and Spotify.

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#mastomusicians #musicians #fediversemusic #fediartists #fedimusic #musiciansofmastodon #electronicmusic #MusicChannel

New News for indie musical artists:

https://all-about-music.ghost.io/new-music-news/

News about Suno and Spotify.

@[email protected]
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#mastomusicians #musicians #fediversemusic #fediartists #fedimusic #musiciansofmastodon #electronicmusic #MusicChannel

New News for indie musical artists:

https://all-about-music.ghost.io/new-music-news/

News about Suno and Spotify.

@[email protected]
@[email protected]

#mastomusicians #musicians #fediversemusic #fediartists #fedimusic #musiciansofmastodon #electronicmusic #MusicChannel

New News for indie musical artists:

https://all-about-music.ghost.io/new-music-news/

News about Suno and Spotify.

@[email protected]
@[email protected]

#mastomusicians #musicians #fediversemusic #fediartists #fedimusic #musiciansofmastodon #electronicmusic #MusicChannel

New News for indie musical artists:

https://all-about-music.ghost.io/new-music-news/

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37 years ago today, August 12, 1989, the Bee Gees entered the Top 40 of Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles chart at #40 in its 3rd week with “One”. It went on to peak at #7 and spent a total of 10 weeks in the Top 40.

This song was a huge comeback; their first Top 10 hit in nearly ten years. Also, it peaked at #1 for two weeks on Billboard's AC chart.

#vinylcommunity #music #45rpm #record #legendary #brothers #trio #beegees #musicians #recording #musiccollection #vinylcollection #classic #musicislife

37 years ago today, August 12, 1989, the Bee Gees entered the Top 40 of Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles chart at #40 in its 3rd week with “One”. It went on to peak at #7 and spent a total of 10 weeks in the Top 40.

This song was a huge comeback; their first Top 10 hit in nearly ten years. Also, it peaked at #1 for two weeks on Billboard's AC chart.

#vinylcommunity #music #45rpm #record #legendary #brothers #trio #beegees #musicians #recording #musiccollection #vinylcollection #classic #musicislife

37 years ago today, August 12, 1989, the Bee Gees entered the Top 40 of Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles chart at #40 in its 3rd week with “One”. It went on to peak at #7 and spent a total of 10 weeks in the Top 40.

This song was a huge comeback; their first Top 10 hit in nearly ten years. Also, it peaked at #1 for two weeks on Billboard's AC chart.

#vinylcommunity #music #45rpm #record #legendary #brothers #trio #beegees #musicians #recording #musiccollection #vinylcollection #classic #musicislife

37 years ago today, August 12, 1989, the Bee Gees entered the Top 40 of Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles chart at #40 in its 3rd week with “One”. It went on to peak at #7 and spent a total of 10 weeks in the Top 40.

This song was a huge comeback; their first Top 10 hit in nearly ten years. Also, it peaked at #1 for two weeks on Billboard's AC chart.

#vinylcommunity #music #45rpm #record #legendary #brothers #trio #beegees #musicians #recording #musiccollection #vinylcollection #classic #musicislife

37 years ago today, August 12, 1989, the Bee Gees entered the Top 40 of Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles chart at #40 in its 3rd week with “One”. It went on to peak at #7 and spent a total of 10 weeks in the Top 40.

This song was a huge comeback; their first Top 10 hit in nearly ten years. Also, it peaked at #1 for two weeks on Billboard's AC chart.

#vinylcommunity #music #45rpm #record #legendary #brothers #trio #beegees #musicians #recording #musiccollection #vinylcollection #classic #musicislife

Associated Press: YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’. “Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, will release their debut album, the 23-track ‘I’m So Happy,’ on Sept. 25…. Ms. Rachel launched her mega popular YouTube channel in 2019 with her husband, […]

Associated Press: YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’. “Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, will release their debut album, the 23-track ‘I’m So Happy,’ on Sept. 25…. Ms. Rachel launched her mega popular YouTube channel in 2019 with her husband, […]

Associated Press: YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’. “Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, will release their debut album, the 23-track ‘I’m So Happy,’ on Sept. 25…. Ms. Rachel launched her mega popular YouTube channel in 2019 with her husband, […]

Associated Press: YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’. “Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, will release their debut album, the 23-track ‘I’m So Happy,’ on Sept. 25…. Ms. Rachel launched her mega popular YouTube channel in 2019 with her husband, […]

Associated Press: YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’. “Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, will release their debut album, the 23-track ‘I’m So Happy,’ on Sept. 25…. Ms. Rachel launched her mega popular YouTube channel in 2019 with her husband, […]

Singers know the struggle: tuners made for guitars leave your voice hanging. Maestronom's vocal pitch monitor changes that—it draws your pitch in real time, capturing every shaky note and true vibrato as a smooth line. Backed by AI precision (~0.1-cent, 7 octaves) and reference tones, it’s ear training you can see. No more guessing. Unlock with PRO: go.codrlabs.com/maestronom

#Maestronom #Metronome #GuitarTuner #MusicPractice #Musicians #MusicTheory #GuitarScales #PracticeRoutine

Singers know the struggle: tuners made for guitars leave your voice hanging. Maestronom's vocal pitch monitor changes that—it draws your pitch in real time, capturing every shaky note and true vibrato as a smooth line. Backed by AI precision (~0.1-cent, 7 octaves) and reference tones, it’s ear training you can see. No more guessing. Unlock with PRO: go.codrlabs.com/maestronom

#Maestronom #Metronome #GuitarTuner #MusicPractice #Musicians #MusicTheory #GuitarScales #PracticeRoutine

Singers know the struggle: tuners made for guitars leave your voice hanging. Maestronom's vocal pitch monitor changes that—it draws your pitch in real time, capturing every shaky note and true vibrato as a smooth line. Backed by AI precision (~0.1-cent, 7 octaves) and reference tones, it’s ear training you can see. No more guessing. Unlock with PRO: go.codrlabs.com/maestronom

#Maestronom #Metronome #GuitarTuner #MusicPractice #Musicians #MusicTheory #GuitarScales #PracticeRoutine

SINE WAVES ON SUNDAY
Sunday 16 August 2026, 1500 BST, Voice FM Radio

@elifyalvac brings the noise, the late Patrick Gleeson brings the jollity, Portion Control bring a never-before-heard demo, Colleen brings love and pathos, and Daily Mail Comments Section brings a new genre of music she calls ‘smear test’.

https://www.voicefmradio.co.uk/on-air/shows/sine-waves-on-sunday-with-max-williams/

#SineWavesOnSunday #electronicmusic #radio #music #fedimusic #indiemusic #improvisation #electronic #southampton #musicians

SINE WAVES ON SUNDAY
Sunday 16 August 2026, 1500 BST, Voice FM Radio

@elifyalvac brings the noise, the late Patrick Gleeson brings the jollity, Portion Control bring a never-before-heard demo, Colleen brings love and pathos, and Daily Mail Comments Section brings a new genre of music she calls ‘smear test’.

https://www.voicefmradio.co.uk/on-air/shows/sine-waves-on-sunday-with-max-williams/

#SineWavesOnSunday #electronicmusic #radio #music #fedimusic #indiemusic #improvisation #electronic #southampton #musicians

SINE WAVES ON SUNDAY
Sunday 16 August 2026, 1500 BST, Voice FM Radio

@elifyalvac brings the noise, the late Patrick Gleeson brings the jollity, Portion Control bring a never-before-heard demo, Colleen brings love and pathos, and Daily Mail Comments Section brings a new genre of music she calls ‘smear test’.

https://www.voicefmradio.co.uk/on-air/shows/sine-waves-on-sunday-with-max-williams/

#SineWavesOnSunday #electronicmusic #radio #music #fedimusic #indiemusic #improvisation #electronic #southampton #musicians

SINE WAVES ON SUNDAY
Sunday 16 August 2026, 1500 BST, Voice FM Radio

@elifyalvac brings the noise, the late Patrick Gleeson brings the jollity, Portion Control bring a never-before-heard demo, Colleen brings love and pathos, and Daily Mail Comments Section brings a new genre of music she calls ‘smear test’.

https://www.voicefmradio.co.uk/on-air/shows/sine-waves-on-sunday-with-max-williams/

#SineWavesOnSunday #electronicmusic #radio #music #fedimusic #indiemusic #improvisation #electronic #southampton #musicians

SINE WAVES ON SUNDAY
Sunday 16 August 2026, 1500 BST, Voice FM Radio

@elifyalvac brings the noise, the late Patrick Gleeson brings the jollity, Portion Control bring a never-before-heard demo, Colleen brings love and pathos, and Daily Mail Comments Section brings a new genre of music she calls ‘smear test’.

https://www.voicefmradio.co.uk/on-air/shows/sine-waves-on-sunday-with-max-williams/

#SineWavesOnSunday #electronicmusic #radio #music #fedimusic #indiemusic #improvisation #electronic #southampton #musicians

The Courage to Start Again

Every musician encounters moments that test their passion. A disappointing performance, a missed opportunity, a long break from practice, or unexpected life challenges can make it feel as though the journey has come to an end.

But every ending carries the possibility of a new beginning.

Starting again is not a sign of weakness—it is a mark of resilience. It takes courage to return after disappointment, to pick up your instrument after months away, or to believe in your potential after setbacks.

Growth is rarely a straight line. There are seasons of progress, seasons of pause, and seasons of rediscovery. What matters most is not how many times you stumble, but your willingness to rise and continue.

Don’t allow yesterday’s disappointments to define tomorrow’s possibilities. The experience you’ve gained, the lessons you’ve learned, and the strength you’ve developed have prepared you to move forward with greater wisdom and confidence.

Whether you’re returning to music after a break, rebuilding your confidence, or pursuing a dream you once set aside, remember that every fresh start is an opportunity to write a better chapter.

Your journey is far from over.

The decision to begin again may become the turning point that leads to your greatest growth.

Reflection

What dream, passion, or goal is waiting for you to give it another chance?

“Starting again doesn’t erase your past; it builds on it. Every new beginning is another opportunity to become who you were created to be.” — Victor Adenola

The Courage to Start Again

Every musician encounters moments that test their passion. A disappointing performance, a missed opportunity, a long break from practice, or unexpected life challenges can make it feel as though the journey has come to an end.

But every ending carries the possibility of a new beginning.

Starting again is not a sign of weakness—it is a mark of resilience. It takes courage to return after disappointment, to pick up your instrument after months away, or to believe in your potential after setbacks.

Growth is rarely a straight line. There are seasons of progress, seasons of pause, and seasons of rediscovery. What matters most is not how many times you stumble, but your willingness to rise and continue.

Don’t allow yesterday’s disappointments to define tomorrow’s possibilities. The experience you’ve gained, the lessons you’ve learned, and the strength you’ve developed have prepared you to move forward with greater wisdom and confidence.

Whether you’re returning to music after a break, rebuilding your confidence, or pursuing a dream you once set aside, remember that every fresh start is an opportunity to write a better chapter.

Your journey is far from over.

The decision to begin again may become the turning point that leads to your greatest growth.

Reflection

What dream, passion, or goal is waiting for you to give it another chance?

“Starting again doesn’t erase your past; it builds on it. Every new beginning is another opportunity to become who you were created to be.” — Victor Adenola

The Courage to Start Again

Every musician encounters moments that test their passion. A disappointing performance, a missed opportunity, a long break from practice, or unexpected life challenges can make it feel as though the journey has come to an end.

But every ending carries the possibility of a new beginning.

Starting again is not a sign of weakness—it is a mark of resilience. It takes courage to return after disappointment, to pick up your instrument after months away, or to believe in your potential after setbacks.

Growth is rarely a straight line. There are seasons of progress, seasons of pause, and seasons of rediscovery. What matters most is not how many times you stumble, but your willingness to rise and continue.

Don’t allow yesterday’s disappointments to define tomorrow’s possibilities. The experience you’ve gained, the lessons you’ve learned, and the strength you’ve developed have prepared you to move forward with greater wisdom and confidence.

Whether you’re returning to music after a break, rebuilding your confidence, or pursuing a dream you once set aside, remember that every fresh start is an opportunity to write a better chapter.

Your journey is far from over.

The decision to begin again may become the turning point that leads to your greatest growth.

Reflection

What dream, passion, or goal is waiting for you to give it another chance?

“Starting again doesn’t erase your past; it builds on it. Every new beginning is another opportunity to become who you were created to be.” — Victor Adenola

The Courage to Start Again

Every musician encounters moments that test their passion. A disappointing performance, a missed opportunity, a long break from practice, or unexpected life challenges can make it feel as though the journey has come to an end.

But every ending carries the possibility of a new beginning.

Starting again is not a sign of weakness—it is a mark of resilience. It takes courage to return after disappointment, to pick up your instrument after months away, or to believe in your potential after setbacks.

Growth is rarely a straight line. There are seasons of progress, seasons of pause, and seasons of rediscovery. What matters most is not how many times you stumble, but your willingness to rise and continue.

Don’t allow yesterday’s disappointments to define tomorrow’s possibilities. The experience you’ve gained, the lessons you’ve learned, and the strength you’ve developed have prepared you to move forward with greater wisdom and confidence.

Whether you’re returning to music after a break, rebuilding your confidence, or pursuing a dream you once set aside, remember that every fresh start is an opportunity to write a better chapter.

Your journey is far from over.

The decision to begin again may become the turning point that leads to your greatest growth.

Reflection

What dream, passion, or goal is waiting for you to give it another chance?

“Starting again doesn’t erase your past; it builds on it. Every new beginning is another opportunity to become who you were created to be.” — Victor Adenola

The Courage to Start Again

Every musician encounters moments that test their passion. A disappointing performance, a missed opportunity, a long break from practice, or unexpected life challenges can make it feel as though the journey has come to an end.

But every ending carries the possibility of a new beginning.

Starting again is not a sign of weakness—it is a mark of resilience. It takes courage to return after disappointment, to pick up your instrument after months away, or to believe in your potential after setbacks.

Growth is rarely a straight line. There are seasons of progress, seasons of pause, and seasons of rediscovery. What matters most is not how many times you stumble, but your willingness to rise and continue.

Don’t allow yesterday’s disappointments to define tomorrow’s possibilities. The experience you’ve gained, the lessons you’ve learned, and the strength you’ve developed have prepared you to move forward with greater wisdom and confidence.

Whether you’re returning to music after a break, rebuilding your confidence, or pursuing a dream you once set aside, remember that every fresh start is an opportunity to write a better chapter.

Your journey is far from over.

The decision to begin again may become the turning point that leads to your greatest growth.

Reflection

What dream, passion, or goal is waiting for you to give it another chance?

“Starting again doesn’t erase your past; it builds on it. Every new beginning is another opportunity to become who you were created to be.” — Victor Adenola

New on the blog: Putting Up Selves

https://robertafidora.com/news-press/blog/7824973/putting-up-selves

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#Music #Musicians #Fediverse #FediMusic #Electronic #Blog #MusicBlog #Blogs #BeYourOwnPlatform

New on the blog: Putting Up Selves

https://robertafidora.com/news-press/blog/7824973/putting-up-selves

Join the Neighbourhood: https://robertafidora.com/music-shop#join-the-neighbourhood

#Music #Musicians #Fediverse #FediMusic #Electronic #Blog #MusicBlog #Blogs #BeYourOwnPlatform

New on the blog: Putting Up Selves

https://robertafidora.com/news-press/blog/7824973/putting-up-selves

Join the Neighbourhood: https://robertafidora.com/music-shop#join-the-neighbourhood

#Music #Musicians #Fediverse #FediMusic #Electronic #Blog #MusicBlog #Blogs #BeYourOwnPlatform

New on the blog: Putting Up Selves

https://robertafidora.com/news-press/blog/7824973/putting-up-selves

Join the Neighbourhood: https://robertafidora.com/music-shop#join-the-neighbourhood

#Music #Musicians #Fediverse #FediMusic #Electronic #Blog #MusicBlog #Blogs #BeYourOwnPlatform

New on the blog: Putting Up Selves

https://robertafidora.com/news-press/blog/7824973/putting-up-selves

Join the Neighbourhood: https://robertafidora.com/music-shop#join-the-neighbourhood

#Music #Musicians #Fediverse #FediMusic #Electronic #Blog #MusicBlog #Blogs #BeYourOwnPlatform

Musicians, makers and animators, come and show your stuff on @TIBtv instead... 👀

https://mashable.com/life/youtube-partner-program-monetization-changes-2027

#Video #Videos #Music #Musicians #YouTube #IndieWeb #IndieMusic #Animators

Musicians, makers and animators, come and show your stuff on @TIBtv instead... 👀

https://mashable.com/life/youtube-partner-program-monetization-changes-2027

#Video #Videos #Music #Musicians #YouTube #IndieWeb #IndieMusic #Animators

Musicians, makers and animators, come and show your stuff on @TIBtv instead... 👀

https://mashable.com/life/youtube-partner-program-monetization-changes-2027

#Video #Videos #Music #Musicians #YouTube #IndieWeb #IndieMusic #Animators

Musicians, makers and animators, come and show your stuff on @TIBtv instead... 👀

https://mashable.com/life/youtube-partner-program-monetization-changes-2027

#Video #Videos #Music #Musicians #YouTube #IndieWeb #IndieMusic #Animators

Musicians, makers and animators, come and show your stuff on @TIBtv instead... 👀

https://mashable.com/life/youtube-partner-program-monetization-changes-2027

#Video #Videos #Music #Musicians #YouTube #IndieWeb #IndieMusic #Animators

New on our blog: Bandcamp In Flux by Mirlo

https://mirlo.space/team/posts/730

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#Music #Mirlo #Blog #Blogs #MusicNews #FediMusic #Fediverse #Musicians

New on our blog: Bandcamp In Flux by Mirlo

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So, this is Iceland, huh? Tolerant Iceland? Ray are you done with your guitar yet?

"#Iceland is a nation that has always known how to keep its stories alive, from the medieval sagas to the living oral traditions that shaped its literature and language. But its more recent #history of #Jewish exile has gone largely untold for nearly a century until now — as #scholars have worked both to recover the #music that #Nazi persecution scattered across the globe and reconstruct an #Icelandic #musical history that offers a painful reminder of the country’s #Holocaust history.

The #musicians’ #story is the subject of a newly #translated #book, “Music at World’s End: Three Refugee Musicians from Nazi #Germany and Their Contribution to Iceland’s Music Life,” by #Icelandic #musicologist #ÁrniHeimirIngólfsson. It was #published in #English this year by #SUNYPress following the Icelandic edition in 2024.

The #book reconstructs the three refugees’ individual pathways to Iceland."

https://www.jta.org/2026/08/10/global/how-3-jewish-refugees-from-the-nazis-built-icelands-classical-music-scene-from-scratch

So, this is Iceland, huh? Tolerant Iceland? Ray are you done with your guitar yet?

"#Iceland is a nation that has always known how to keep its stories alive, from the medieval sagas to the living oral traditions that shaped its literature and language. But its more recent #history of #Jewish exile has gone largely untold for nearly a century until now — as #scholars have worked both to recover the #music that #Nazi persecution scattered across the globe and reconstruct an #Icelandic #musical history that offers a painful reminder of the country’s #Holocaust history.

The #musicians’ #story is the subject of a newly #translated #book, “Music at World’s End: Three Refugee Musicians from Nazi #Germany and Their Contribution to Iceland’s Music Life,” by #Icelandic #musicologist #ÁrniHeimirIngólfsson. It was #published in #English this year by #SUNYPress following the Icelandic edition in 2024.

The #book reconstructs the three refugees’ individual pathways to Iceland."

https://www.jta.org/2026/08/10/global/how-3-jewish-refugees-from-the-nazis-built-icelands-classical-music-scene-from-scratch

So, this is Iceland, huh? Tolerant Iceland? Ray are you done with your guitar yet?

"#Iceland is a nation that has always known how to keep its stories alive, from the medieval sagas to the living oral traditions that shaped its literature and language. But its more recent #history of #Jewish exile has gone largely untold for nearly a century until now — as #scholars have worked both to recover the #music that #Nazi persecution scattered across the globe and reconstruct an #Icelandic #musical history that offers a painful reminder of the country’s #Holocaust history.

The #musicians’ #story is the subject of a newly #translated #book, “Music at World’s End: Three Refugee Musicians from Nazi #Germany and Their Contribution to Iceland’s Music Life,” by #Icelandic #musicologist #ÁrniHeimirIngólfsson. It was #published in #English this year by #SUNYPress following the Icelandic edition in 2024.

The #book reconstructs the three refugees’ individual pathways to Iceland."

https://www.jta.org/2026/08/10/global/how-3-jewish-refugees-from-the-nazis-built-icelands-classical-music-scene-from-scratch

So, this is Iceland, huh? Tolerant Iceland? Ray are you done with your guitar yet?

"#Iceland is a nation that has always known how to keep its stories alive, from the medieval sagas to the living oral traditions that shaped its literature and language. But its more recent #history of #Jewish exile has gone largely untold for nearly a century until now — as #scholars have worked both to recover the #music that #Nazi persecution scattered across the globe and reconstruct an #Icelandic #musical history that offers a painful reminder of the country’s #Holocaust history.

The #musicians’ #story is the subject of a newly #translated #book, “Music at World’s End: Three Refugee Musicians from Nazi #Germany and Their Contribution to Iceland’s Music Life,” by #Icelandic #musicologist #ÁrniHeimirIngólfsson. It was #published in #English this year by #SUNYPress following the Icelandic edition in 2024.

The #book reconstructs the three refugees’ individual pathways to Iceland."

https://www.jta.org/2026/08/10/global/how-3-jewish-refugees-from-the-nazis-built-icelands-classical-music-scene-from-scratch

So, this is Iceland, huh? Tolerant Iceland? Ray are you done with your guitar yet?

"#Iceland is a nation that has always known how to keep its stories alive, from the medieval sagas to the living oral traditions that shaped its literature and language. But its more recent #history of #Jewish exile has gone largely untold for nearly a century until now — as #scholars have worked both to recover the #music that #Nazi persecution scattered across the globe and reconstruct an #Icelandic #musical history that offers a painful reminder of the country’s #Holocaust history.

The #musicians’ #story is the subject of a newly #translated #book, “Music at World’s End: Three Refugee Musicians from Nazi #Germany and Their Contribution to Iceland’s Music Life,” by #Icelandic #musicologist #ÁrniHeimirIngólfsson. It was #published in #English this year by #SUNYPress following the Icelandic edition in 2024.

The #book reconstructs the three refugees’ individual pathways to Iceland."

https://www.jta.org/2026/08/10/global/how-3-jewish-refugees-from-the-nazis-built-icelands-classical-music-scene-from-scratch

Your Voice is an Instrument

When people think of musical instruments, they often picture a piano, guitar, violin, saxophone, or drums. Yet one of the most powerful and expressive instruments is one we all possess—the human voice.

Unlike any manufactured instrument, your voice is uniquely yours. No one else has the exact tone, texture, or expression that you do. That uniqueness is not something to hide; it is something to develop.

As a vocal instructor and music mentor, I’ve met many people who believed they couldn’t sing because they compared their voices to others. More often than not, the issue wasn’t a lack of ability—it was a lack of training, confidence, or proper technique.

Just as a pianist practices scales and a guitarist develops finger dexterity, singers must also train their instrument. A well-developed voice is the result of consistent practice, not chance.

Here are a few ways to care for your vocal instrument:

1. Train It Regularly:

Your voice becomes stronger, more flexible, and more controlled through regular vocal exercises and guided practice.

2. Protect It:

Avoid habits that strain your voice. Stay hydrated, get enough rest, and don’t force your voice beyond its healthy limits.

3. Breathe Correctly:

Good singing begins with good breathing. Proper breath support improves tone, control, endurance, and vocal confidence.

4. Sing with Understanding:

Great singing is more than hitting the right notes. Understand the message of the song and let your emotions support the words you sing.

5. Believe in Your Unique Sound:

Don’t spend your musical journey trying to sound like someone else. Develop your own voice with confidence and authenticity. Your uniqueness is one of your greatest strengths.

Whether you sing in a choir, lead worship, perform professionally, or simply enjoy singing at home, remember that your voice deserves the same care and development as any other instrument.

Your voice is not just a means of making music—it is a gift that can encourage, inspire, comfort, and bring hope to others.

Invest in it. Protect it. Develop it.

Reflection

If your voice is your instrument, what are you doing today to help it become its very best?

“Your voice is more than an instrument of sound—it is an instrument of influence. Train it with discipline, use it with purpose, and let it inspire the hearts it reaches.” — Victor Adenola

Your Voice is an Instrument

When people think of musical instruments, they often picture a piano, guitar, violin, saxophone, or drums. Yet one of the most powerful and expressive instruments is one we all possess—the human voice.

Unlike any manufactured instrument, your voice is uniquely yours. No one else has the exact tone, texture, or expression that you do. That uniqueness is not something to hide; it is something to develop.

As a vocal instructor and music mentor, I’ve met many people who believed they couldn’t sing because they compared their voices to others. More often than not, the issue wasn’t a lack of ability—it was a lack of training, confidence, or proper technique.

Just as a pianist practices scales and a guitarist develops finger dexterity, singers must also train their instrument. A well-developed voice is the result of consistent practice, not chance.

Here are a few ways to care for your vocal instrument:

1. Train It Regularly:

Your voice becomes stronger, more flexible, and more controlled through regular vocal exercises and guided practice.

2. Protect It:

Avoid habits that strain your voice. Stay hydrated, get enough rest, and don’t force your voice beyond its healthy limits.

3. Breathe Correctly:

Good singing begins with good breathing. Proper breath support improves tone, control, endurance, and vocal confidence.

4. Sing with Understanding:

Great singing is more than hitting the right notes. Understand the message of the song and let your emotions support the words you sing.

5. Believe in Your Unique Sound:

Don’t spend your musical journey trying to sound like someone else. Develop your own voice with confidence and authenticity. Your uniqueness is one of your greatest strengths.

Whether you sing in a choir, lead worship, perform professionally, or simply enjoy singing at home, remember that your voice deserves the same care and development as any other instrument.

Your voice is not just a means of making music—it is a gift that can encourage, inspire, comfort, and bring hope to others.

Invest in it. Protect it. Develop it.

Reflection

If your voice is your instrument, what are you doing today to help it become its very best?

“Your voice is more than an instrument of sound—it is an instrument of influence. Train it with discipline, use it with purpose, and let it inspire the hearts it reaches.” — Victor Adenola