WRITERLY SAM ORGANIZED THE WRITERS FOR THIS EFFORT |
THE MUSIC PART: Over 30 gifted composers hailing from 16 countries collaborated on an inspirational album, initiated by Peter Ebbinghaus to raise funds for the victims of this catastrophe. All profits from the album, and companion ebook, will go to Gawad Kalinga (“give care”), supporting the efforts in distributing food and rebuilding the devastated lives and damaged cities across the Philippines. More information on the album can be found at the Soundtracks and Trailer Music site.
THE WRITING PART: In the spirit of collaboration, 28 writers from across the globe will join me in discovering the stories of triumph lurking in the notes of each track, waiting for us to pull it into words. The final tales will be compiled into a companion ebook anthology for the album, with all proceeds going to Gawad Kalinga.
So I wrote to this sound track called AURORA by Renan Javier. I thought it was beautiful, and I’d love it if you’d listen to it as you read my contribution. Then let me know if I did his music justice. I’m used to reviews, so let me have it.
DMS says
I love this idea- so creative and unique. Artful collaboration is lovely. One of my favorite collaborations is Leave Your Sleep by Natalie Merchant and Barbara McClintock- it's like a living tapestry of old poems, matched with wonderful music, and illustrated by Ms. McClintock. She also illustrated Aesop's Fables, so she really brings the magic. 🙂 I enjoyed your writing- it's just how I feel! ~ Jess
M.L. Swift says
Lee,
What a wonderful offering for the collaboration, set to the theme and cadence of the music flawlessly. I loved your opening—poetic, even—and the admiration continued from there. Honestly, I didn't expect anything less, and I certainly wasn't disappointed. Thank you for a wonderful read this morning.
M.L. Swift, Writer: The Best is Yet to Come
Michelle Wallace says
This track is THE most soul-stirring music that I've listened to thus far.
You've created a magnificent piece which captures the essence of this haunting music… a breath-taking blend of prose and melody!
Happy New Year, C.Lee!
Nick says
This tale is haunting and hopeful and wonderfully evocative of the music!
River Fairchild says
This is beautiful, Lee! I could envision the Goddess of Morning Light stirring the music with her light from your words. A wonderful story.
Hilary Melton-Butcher says
Hi Lee – I've kept this as 'unread' as I couldn't get the music to download .. not quite sure what I was doing .. so I need to re-read your posting and try and untangle my 'stupidity' .. and see what's going on ..
I think it's a great idea .. and great you've contributed a story .. I'll be back .. cheers Hilary
Lady Lilith says
How lovely. Thank you for sharing.
Shannon Lawrence says
I felt myself leaning in, hungry to read your words, Lee. What a beautiful piece (written to a beautiful musical piece). Haunting.
The Warrior Muse
Yolanda Renee says
Really well done! Truly inspiring!
And so perfect for the coming of a New Year! Congratulations1
Lisa Shambrook says
Beautiful words set to beautiful music…
Cecilia Robert says
Wow, this is really beautiful!
Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year, Lee!
Carrie Butler says
Merry Christmas, Lee! 🙂
Shah Wharton says
The first stanza pulled me in, but it got progressively better … emotive, beautiful. Yes you did it justice. I do love the idea of this cause, thanks for sharing it with us Lee.
Happy Christmas and best of luck for 2014. X
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Samantha Geary Jones says
You've pulled breathtaking words from beautiful music, Lee. It's perfect:)
WriterlySam
Angela Brown says
Very nice, Lee. I do enjoy reading your work. You're just so gooood 🙂
Cathrina Constantine says
Awesome, Lee. You have a gift!
E.J. Wesley says
Amazing stuff! Truly beautiful. Well done, and what a fantastic collaboration/cause.
Happy Holidays! 🙂
Jemi Fraser says
Haunting and beautiful – words and music both. At this point… they heard the stirring of light in their hearts… I got chills with the way the notes and phrases lined up! Nice 🙂
renanjavier says
Great story and imagery Lee! I will add the link to both the soundcloud and youtube track as I feel these two artistic pieces now belong together!
Thanks again for this.
-Renan Javier Cabrera
DEZMOND says
Lovely story and a lovely cause!
Alex J. Cavanaugh says
That was beautiful, Lee!