We had this playing in the background as our guests were awaiting the arrival of my beautiful wife. Perfect piece of music for the perfect day. Fabulous memories when I re listen and we are still gloriously happy.
The music is a part with the land, the sea, the sky. It is quintessentially Scots, Celtic. My opinion is it strikes so close to the heart because it mimics so closely the language and the rhythm of the people - for me it's very female and maternal... Anyhoo I can't hear it without wanting to run far and fast to Scotland Enjoy your listen x
A través de un programa de tv, descubrí al compositor Maxwell Davies y, concretamente, esta pieza. Me ha parecido muy hermosa, además, conociendo el lugar, el paisaje en la que se inspira tiene aun más sentido. Contiene la majestuosidad, la belleza del Mar del Norte y sus playas salvajes. Maravillosa .
April Rain I wrote a letter to your family, I hope it will find you I wish you could see all the stars here in the sky Now the lilacs are blooming and I know how you would love them But I probably won't see you till early July How far can you see, my love from your lighthouse? Did you notice the sails of ship near the shore? In the darkness of night the fierce storms were raging Was it the luck of a sailor brought me to your door? Oh how can you live so far from the ocean The sky here is endless it's like the ocean to me Now I catch myself thinking about the people and the places That I know and that I might not have time to see Who'll gather wood now to keep this fire blazing? And who'll bring the water to quiet the flames? Who would believe that love could have found me? I was a river swollen with cold april rain (Copyright 1979 by Harvey Reid)
I never got as far as Stromness but this piece always reminds me of leaving St Andrews never to return. I suppose that's the power of really great music, it could be saying farewell to anywhere, or anyone, really.
Simon, Stromness was my mother's favourite place on earth. When one of her friends who is a musician suggested we use this piece to remember her, I listened to many versions and chose yours as my favourite. We used this video at her Zoom funeral in December 2020, and it brings a tear - and sweet memories of visiting Orkney with her - again many months later. Thank you so much.
0:12 This song is sung for you. That one you seek, that one to be true. They're out there, somewhere, standing in the rain. So, open your window, and let this play. In a world of uncertain life. They're out there, somewhere. Waiting for you to arrive. So, take the chances you won't ever get. Because you can't wait for stormness to abruptly end. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:01 Storms rain from over-head. But there's still one thing you'll never forget. Nothing will stop you, no matter what. Because love is a power that never gives up. It. Never. Gives. Up. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3:17 So, march forward without a doubt. Through thunder and lightning, you never gave out. Hold them close, don't let them go. Tell them you are theirs, and they are yours. Life is short. It's sad, but true. But, that's why your love is so special to you. No matter the pain, you'd endure it for them. They'd do the same, together till the end. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4:04 Can you ever live this happily? That's not what you should be asking me. There's someone still out there, standing in the rain. They're waiting for you to let this song play. -------------------------------------------------------------------------
Peter used to regularly frequent the hotel I worked summers in whilst I was studying. He didnt like being called 'Sir Peter' instead we all called him Max. Was a really humble and pleasant guy, I remember a funny story one of the other staff told me: At a bit of a fancy event, a few guests who were quite obnoxious and clearly fancied themselves were showing off their expensive watches in front of everyone. Max turned around and told them his watch did everything theirs did (told the time) but only cost him £12. Apparently it shut them right up 🤣.
I feature this recording in my book "Scottish Music Yearbook". The book takes the reader on a year long journey through the music of Scottish composers.
I'm just about on the right side of 74 and reviving my urge to play again after over 60 years. I learned to play the piano accordion at 9 but had to give up at 14 when my father became ill and we had to sell the accordion (to eat!). I bought a second-hand electronic keyboard after my husband died just over 3 years ago but only just feeling the need to play. This is will be my go to piece. It's just glorious. I live on a Scottish island and look our of my window down the loch to Iona. What more could I need?
I wish you well. There is so much joy to be had from music. I play rather poorly but my son is a very accomplished musician currently studying at the RNCM and I have had even more joy following his progress as a musician. Although I am English, I have always loved Scotland and the Highlands in particular. My other son is studying at St Andrews and I am looking forward to the end of lockdown so my wife and I can visit Scotland again.
You already have it all Music is in the deepest part of your heart Please don't let pain cause you to leave it behind as I did In fact, your post has inspired me to go back Will you join me?
@@joshuarosen6242 I have had several attempts to play the piano, even got to Grade 4 but gave up when my teacher moved. Keep practicing she said but........now its all forgotten. Have the urge to try again but at 94 I may have left it a bit late. However......???
Beautiful piece. Beautifully played. I wish I was sitting on the harbour wall at Stromness eating a deep-fried Whooper Swan Supper watching the sun set. What a guy Peter was! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Maxwell_Davies#Personal_life
I just hear this on desert island discs today. Thanks to the lady who selected it and thanks to the BBC. How could anyone threaten such a beautiful thing.
Beautiful music beautifully paced helping us through these painful days. I’ve searched everywhere to find this music. This is the most delicately realised I have found.
