Merry Christmas




I felt that it was appropriate to post this video here since not all my friends and relatives are on another popular community website. We hope that you will enjoy this piece, Bring the Torch Jeannette Isabella arranged with Rustles of Spring by Sinding.  No matter where you are and under what circumstance you find yourself in this year, may the blessing and the unchanging love from above embrace your entire family. 
We wish you and your family Merry Christmas. 




P.S
Words can not explain what music does to my soul/spirit/heart or whatever it is that is created within me. Music simply uplifts me when I need a lifting, infuses me with new energy when I need the simple tug to keep going,  fills me with the simplest but precious joy and soothes my soul with pure melody that is almost heavenly.  I feel quite limited with my own vocabulary to describe just what I feel when I have the opportunity to listen to those musicians who performs with such dedication. I never personally achieved that level of musicianship in my life but my mind has always appreciated and admired the commitment behind the scene . Erik played this piece at church recently. It is one of my favorite pieces and I am blessed to know the joy of enjoying music. Hard work is behind his playing and he is so happy that he can share the "product" of this year's work with you to celebrate Christmas.  It is Erik's gift to our friends. 

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proud granny said…
Well done, Erik. And a Merry Christmas to you! Enjoy your visit with the Blessings, and your travels. Love, Grandma
December 17, 2009 at 11:03 AM
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