Friday 26 July 2013

IN WHICH BEAR INVITES YOU TO SOME PURE ENJOYMENT

So, maybe I'm a bit strange (but you already knew that). Not only strange in my behaviour, but in my taste in music (according to some). Classical, to be precise. Not the Foo Fighters. Classical music. Beethoven, Bach, Chopin, Handel, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi, and the rest. High octane music, gang!

 Think Mason Williams doing "Classical Gas" with some symphony or philharmonic. Right, you got it. I've seen it happen: Williams doing "Classical Gas" with a whole orchestra!

 Sorry for the digression; sometimes I get just too darn excited! 

 But this is a lot more fun than even Williams with an orchestra. Check it out.

 (BTW, if you don't want to take five minutes for something wonderful, please move on to the next blog. Well, this time, only.) 

 Here we go!
Blessings and Bear hugs, friends.
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43 comments:

  1. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe26 July 2013 at 07:57

    I love flashmobs like that!!!!

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    1. Rob-bear26 July 2013 at 11:06

      Isn't it fun! I would so love to be at something like that!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  2. Manzanita26 July 2013 at 07:58

    Very inspirational. Makes one feel that the whole world could come together and get along.

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    1. Rob-bear26 July 2013 at 11:06

      It's very inspirational, that's for sure!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  3. kj26 July 2013 at 08:43

    Rob, when I got out of college I had a non profit job which included a volunteer fundraiser by the Boston pops and Boston symphony. I was to coordinate the event and find accompanying performers. Mason Williams ' agent didn't hesitate as it was to be his first gig with an orchestra. His agent was aliitle miffed when Peter Paul and Mary were added to the program, but it was quite a show. I knew nothing but even still
    It was up to me to bring Arthur fief let's scores to mason Williams at his hotel room. Pretty heady for a 22 year old English major!

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    1. Rob-bear26 July 2013 at 11:27

      That is the most amazing story kj! Thanks for sharing it. Talk about a real moment of fame! I just wish I could have been there! I might even have met you — someone even more important (to me) than Mason Williams!

      And I hope you're healing well.

      Blessings and Bear hug!

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  4. Amanda Summer26 July 2013 at 11:55

    Wow. That was five minutes of sheer joy - thank you R-Bear for sharing this. I loved a comment below the Youtube video (which has had almost 11 million views!) that said it all - Viva Humans!

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    1. Rob-bear26 July 2013 at 12:03

      Almost too much fun to be legal. Looks like everyone — orchestra, singers and audience — all having fun!

      Blessings and Bear hug!

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  5. Anonymous26 July 2013 at 12:45

    That was WONDERFUL--thank you, Bear!!

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    1. Rob-bear26 July 2013 at 17:26

      Welcome to the Bear's world, fishducky Glad you came by. Also glad you enjoyed the music! It is/was wonderful!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  6. Anita26 July 2013 at 15:42

    I would have loved to have been there and I know you would have, too. Very Exhilarating!

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    1. Rob-bear26 July 2013 at 17:28

      I would love to have been there, Anita. Flash mobs are such fun; great music if fun, too!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  7. Susie - Walking Butterfly26 July 2013 at 18:05

    Oh my goodness, I have chills of pleasure!! What a wonder it must have been to be in that crowd!! Thanks for posting this!!

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 06:34

      Glad you enjoyed it, Susie! (It is fun,isn't it!)

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  8. Unknown26 July 2013 at 18:41

    quite wonderful! Thanks!

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 06:36

      It is wonderful, isn't it. Did Skip want to sing along?

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  9. DJan26 July 2013 at 19:06

    I've seen this a few times before, thanks to other bloggers. It didn't keep me from weeping real tears of joy for seeing this again. I love the children, the juvenile conductors, and the sheer joy that everyone experienced. And I continue to feel joy erupting from my heart! Thank you, Bear. It was a sheer joy to smile and cry with them. :-)

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 06:41

      This is something to which I can listen and listen, too. Not only is the music good, but the expressions on so many peoples' faces. A delightful treat. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  10. Coloring Outside the Lines27 July 2013 at 06:14

    Classical flash!

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 06:43

      Oh, Terri! That is very, very good! Well done! I should have thought of that myself. Proves that you're smarter than the above-average Bear.

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  11. They Come Along27 July 2013 at 07:34

    That was super great! Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 18:30

      Thanks for coming by the Bear's blog and leaving a note. I'm glad you enjoyed the experience!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  12. Dana27 July 2013 at 07:59

    Wow! That was amazing! Wouldn't it be great to have been there?

    Happy Saturday. ☺

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 18:31

      Youre right, Dana; it would have been wonderful to see the activity live!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  13. Lisa @ Two Bears Farm27 July 2013 at 09:07

    Pure excellence!

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 18:33

      Indeed, Lisa! Indeed.

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  14. Magic Love Crow27 July 2013 at 09:36

    Thanks for coming by my blog! You have made my day ;o) I am crying happy tears right now ;') So beautiful! Each minute of life we should cherish! Everyone is such in a rush and complaining about everything! Relax, breathe, spread happiness and joy! This is what life is all about! Many blessings ;o)

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 18:34

      We need to stop and enjoy life as we travel through it. Thanks for the visit and the thoughts.

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  15. Sylvia Ney27 July 2013 at 11:20

    Awesome! I absolutely love this - thank you for sharing.

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    1. Rob-bear29 July 2013 at 23:37

      It is wonderful, indeed, Sylvia. A treat!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  16. Hilary27 July 2013 at 21:34

    Oh yes, I've seen this before. It's quite wonderful.

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    1. Rob-bear27 July 2013 at 21:59

      I can watch it an re-watch it, it's so good!

      Blessings and Bear hugs.

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  17. Unknown28 July 2013 at 16:20

    I personally like classical music too, especially playing it on the piano. There is no other kind of music I would personally rather play than classical.
    It is a lot more fun because it is challenging. Like aerobics for the fingers and soul.
    Kathy
    http://gigglingtruckerswife.blogspot.com

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    1. Rob-bear29 July 2013 at 23:51

      Aerobics for the fingers and soul. What an interesting description! Thanks, Kathy!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  18. J Cosmo Newbery29 July 2013 at 05:46

    By far and away the best five minutes of a very ordinary day. Thank you.

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    1. Rob-bear29 July 2013 at 23:41

      Being the "gentleman" you are, I entirely understand how you would have enjoyed that bit of classical music.

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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    2. J Cosmo Newbery30 July 2013 at 13:30

      Doubled the pleasure tonight by showing it to Mrs N.

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  19. Susan Kane29 July 2013 at 11:10

    Wow! Triple wow!

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    1. Rob-bear29 July 2013 at 23:44

      Yes, Susan, it really is that good, isn't it! I keep going back to re-watch it. I even did that with my grandson this afternoon. He plays the violin and saw an interesting process with delightful music.

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  20. Helen29 July 2013 at 16:01

    Hey Bear! My secret fantasy is to begin, be the leader of a flash mob. My background is classical music ~ flutist and all ... wonderful post, my dear!

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    1. Rob-bear29 July 2013 at 23:49

      Helen: the classical musician. Why does that not surprise me? You are such a Renaissance gal, it's almost frightening. To a Bear, at least. A Renaissance Bear.

      I hope you keep playing your flute. IT IS SUCH DELIGHTFUL MUSIC!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  21. Misha Gerrick30 July 2013 at 13:53

    I also adore classical music. Even starting to appreciate opera more now that I sing it myself. :-D

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    1. Rob-bear30 July 2013 at 17:55

      Oh, good grief! Gone all the way to opera. I have real troubles with opera. Glad you like it, and I hope you continue to enjoy it!

      Blessings and Bear hugs!

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