'Twas a Fulfilling Day
Today was a day full of inspiration.
I attended a spoken poetry event where various artists performed. The theme was celebrating 50 years since Martin Luther King's iconic speech which began with perhaps the most quoted line in history, "I have a dream". Each poet gave their version or understanding of this speech. So you can imagine the mood of the place. We were all united in an appreciation, awe and understanding of the various social issues this speech touches. Issues that still exist, but are tougher to see for the rose tinted eyes.
I was nearly moved to tears by the poem "third world girl" by the last poet and performer, Jean 'Binta' Breeze.
After such intellectual stimulation, I was welcomed by a link on my friend's wall (on facebook obviously), that introduced the viola organista. An instrument designed by the master, Leonardo Da Vinci, it combines the harpsichord, the organ and the viola. It was brought to life by Slawomir Zubrzycki, a Polish concert pianist and a skilled instrument-maker, by patiently interpreting Da Vinci's plans, and I am so grateful.
Here's the video. The sound is magnificent. Its sad that the creator himself was never able to hear the actual sound of the instrument.
*If you'd like to read more about it, then please click on the instrument's name above. Cheers! :)
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