November 2011
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The Story of Mozart's Sister
What if a woman had a chance to become a famous composer in the Eighteenth Century? This is the premise that underscores Rene Feret’s movie Mozart’s Sister. This movie represents Feret’s effort to capture the story of Maria Anna Mozart (nicknamed Nannerl).
The Mozart family is delayed on the road to Versailles because of a broken axle. The family seeks temporary refuge in an Abbey. Maria Anna...
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Relfections regarding the Fall
I loathe summer and enjoy fall weather. Also, I really enjoy rainy day weather in Washington, D.C. The autumn weather screams for both chicken noodle soup and a good book. The only other items I need are a blanket and cup of coffee. Finally, I can take a break from the daily rat race.
I can hear Vivaldi’s Fall from The Four Seasons playing as background music. The fact that I prefer...