Musical Journey Around the World: Songs for September
The month of September brings a characteristic change in weather, the anticipation of the end of a time of increased lightheartedness, social gatherings, outdoor events and, yes, love affairs. The mind turns to thoughts of autumn leaves, apple season, and the time of...Musical Journey Around the World: The Dog Days of Summer
Ah, those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer are here! During the summer, the weather generally becomes hot and dry and, during the month of August, especially so. That is why those days are referred to as being “The Dog Days of Summer.” Generally, the term refers to...Musical Journey Around the World: History of American Patriotic Music
American patriotic music is a part of the culture and history of the United States since its founding in the 18th century and serves to encourage feelings of honor for the country’s forefathers and for national unity. One of the earliest references to patriotic music...Musical Journey Around the World: Most Played Wedding Songs for the First Dance
The month of June is now the third most popular month for couples to say, “I do.” Outdoor temperatures are generally milder but with a hint of the summer months to come. Can you guess which month of the year is now the most in-demand for hosting a wedding? It’s the...Musical Journey Around the World: Songs that have stood the Test of Time
In our brief departure from our imaginary musical tour around the world, let’s not forget that music does make the world go‘round. There are a number of songs that have stood the test of time and are still popular today as they were when they first hit the airwaves....