Cori Connors
words & music
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It is rare, I know, to have such an opportunity as I have had; to be surrounded by amazing musicians at the top of their craft and artistry, to be in a space designed and dedicated to capturing the best of music from the best musicians, to be able to create what my heart wants...
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Through the years one of the most common comments I get from “fans”is this: My kids go to sleep to your music every night.” I am really happy that my tunes don’t scare people. But I also worry that if anyone listens in their cars they might doze off and…. Since I’m sort of skilled...
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Though I am not Catholic, I do believe in the sacredness of the Holy season, leading Christians to the most sacred of holidays, Easter. Each year I make a commitment to write for each day of Lent, the season of sacrifice. I publish my writing on my blog, www.coriconnors.blogspot.com. You’re welcome to take a gander....
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I so adore the holiday season. I love the colors, and the lights, and the frenetic energy, and the peaceful moments in front of the fire. And I savor the opportunity to sing music that speaks my heart. The beauty of Thanksgiving and Christmas, in the sense of performing, is I make no apologies for...
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Who doesn’t love finding out that people want to come hear them when they have something to say? I don’t profess to be a great singer, or performer for that matter. I think what I do is talk with pitch, and that’s what I have to share. A casual family room type conversation what happens...
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I admit it, I have criticized in the past. I have clicked my tongue against the roof of my mouth and pursed my eyebrows, tossing my head back ever so slightly, culminating in a judgmental shake with the whisper of these words falling from my lips: “Seriously,” says I, “can’t we at least wait till...
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Autumn is such a beautifully confusing time. All in one Saturday afternoon we pulled perfectly good summertime flowers from our flower beds, knowing the frost is coming and our yard work time is limited. Then we loaded the grandkids in the car and trucked on down Main Street to the pumpkin patch, where the kids...
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from my front porch Welcome warmth! And a hearty farewell to old man winter! Welcome bare feet and cool green grass and whispering breezes and flowering bulbs of spring. I do appreciate winter of its snuggle down-ness, and for the lovely contrast it sets up for springtime. The bleak midwinter makes the splash of color in...