"This is the violet hour, the hour of hush and wonder, when the affectations glow and valor is reborn, when the shadows deepen along the edge of the forest and we believe that, if we watch carefully, at any moment we may see the unicorn."


Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Animal Wednesday - Chopin "Raindrop" Prelude, A "Birder" and His Subjects


It has been raining on and off for the past few days.....and I couldn't get Chopin's "Raindrop" Prelude out of my head .....so I was hoping to find a video out there that combined this gorgeous piece (one of my all-time favourites) with birds and rain.....  alas....no such luck....but I loved this video.....  the mystery of the man, what was he doing at first...what were the "clicks" you heard in the background....and then, the beautiful shots of his feathery subjects....I think the Wintery background is still very apropos
 - and as for the "raindrops", why you can hear them quite clearly in Chopin's every note.

I hope you enjoy this Animal Wednesday peaceful moment......it suits the reflective mood I have been in for a few days.

Love,

♥ Robin ♥
Posted by Robin at 4:40 PM
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15 comments:

  1. ~BabsDecember 14, 2010 at 8:43 PM

    Oh, I enjoyed this so much Robin, thanks!

    So glad others do this, as I couldn't bear to be out in the weather for it. I'm sure all the birds love him!

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  2. studio loloDecember 15, 2010 at 7:23 AM

    Oh Robin, that was fabulous!!! I love the photographer's dedication and how he provides for his models.

    Beautiful.

    Thank you LS♥♥

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  3. kjDecember 15, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    just wonderful, wrobin. so very calm and lovely.

    i can't remember if bimbimbee visits here, because she has to see this, she my favorite bird lover and she of warm weather in australia.

    you bring a certain culture to our blogging family, wrobin. ♥!

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  4. MimDecember 15, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    A peaceful moment in a hectic day. Thanks Dear

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  5. sukipoetDecember 15, 2010 at 10:53 AM

    love the combo of the video and the music. the camera clicks sound like an old fashioned typewriter. I think this is a reflective time of yr for me. thinking of Christmas pasts, Mom's December death, and so on. May your reflections be peaceful.

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  6. RobinDecember 16, 2010 at 8:39 AM

    Babs, yes, he is a jewel of a photographer.
    I don't think I would have the patience to wait and wait....plus, when a bird did come along, I would probably get too excited and miss my shot!

    Hugs,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  7. RobinDecember 16, 2010 at 8:40 AM

    BS....I thought you would truly enjoy this!!!!
    Bird lovers forever!

    MUWAH!

    ♥ LS ♥

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  8. RobinDecember 16, 2010 at 8:42 AM

    KJ - hello there! Always a thrill when you "find" my blog! Ha-ha! I don't know Bimbimbee....but will go to visit.

    Thank you for your compliment.... it means a lot!

    MUWAH!!!

    Love,

    ♥ Cupcake ♥

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  9. RobinDecember 16, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    Suki....I also thought the "clicks" were a typewriter the first time I watched the video.... it was a lovely surprise!

    Yes, Winter is a time for reflecting and rememberance...and also for embracing friends and relishing the joy of life!

    Stay warm!!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  10. RobinDecember 16, 2010 at 8:46 AM

    Mim, I am so happy I couild bring you a peaceful moment of lovliness!

    Hugs and love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  11. kjDecember 16, 2010 at 9:15 PM

    i'm here again. just making up for when i'm not

    love love love!
    kj

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  12. JosDecember 18, 2010 at 7:22 AM

    Is blogger eating my comments? I loved this Robin especially the music and the beautiful shots at the end. Happy holidays to you. Oh, and KJ is right about you bringing culture ... you definitely add culture to my blog reading! xx Jos

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  13. angela recadaDecember 18, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    Thank you for the glorious music and the delightful video. I haven't seen any birds here for many days, since it's been far too cold, so it was a real delight.

    Wishing you happy holidays and all the best in 2011.
    xo

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  14. RobinDecember 18, 2010 at 9:21 AM

    Jos, you are too sweet! Thank you for your lovely words.... you are one of the bravest, truest people that I know......plus - you have a lovely sense of humour too! Meeting you this year has beena real gift to me!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  15. RobinDecember 18, 2010 at 9:23 AM

    Dear Angela - your wise and wonderful words have been a delight for me to read this year!
    And your art.....fantastic!

    Stay warm and well! I wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas filled with light and love!

    Always,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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