Ariadne’s Notes: The World Poetry Cafe radio show had exceptional guests today! January 11, 1-2 PM . First up was Kevin Morris, a blind poet who was launching his new audio book and reading poems from London, England. Then, we had the dynamic duo of Digs Lewis and Paul Bolotin , film music composers from LA who spoke about their work and gave tips for young music film composers just starting out. We also had a brand new Big Bessie story from Sharon Rowe and a proclamation from Alaha Ahrar, back by popular request and a e-peace poem from Egypt from the talented Mahinour Tawfik. also by popular request. Music by Andy Vine and Kendra Shank.

TO HEAR THIS GREAT SHOW LISTEN HERE!

“My Old Clock I Wind” is now available as an audio download!

Kevin Morris was born in Liverpool (UK) on 6 January 1969.

Kevin lost the majority of his eyesight at 18-months-old due to a blood clot.

He is a braille user and has happy memories of leafing through “The Oxford Book of English Verse” and other poetry collections in the school library.

Kevin read history and politics at University College Swansea and graduated with a BA (joint hons) and a MA in political theory.

In 1994 Kevin moved to London where he now lives and works. He began writing poetry in 2012. Most of Kevin’s poems can be found on his website, https://newauthoronline.com/ which also contains links to his published works. His Twitter account: https://twitter.com/drewdog2060_

Much of Kevin’s poetry is inspired by the environment. He lives close to an historic park in the Upper Norwood/Crystal Palace area (a suburb of London).Upper Norwood derives it’s name from the Great North Wood and remains one of the greenest parts of greater London.

Being visually impaired Kevin uses Job Access with Speech or JAWS software which converts text into speech and braille enabling him to use a standard Windows computer or laptop.

Kevin’s latest collection of poetry, “My Old Clock I Wind and Other Poems”was published, by Moyhill Publishing in June 2017, in both print and e-book formats, http://moyhill.com/clock/. It can also be found in the Amazon Kindle store, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0735JBVBG.

“My Old Clock I Wind” became available, as an audio download on 5 December and can be found here:

https://www.audible.com/pd/Drama-Poetry/My-Old-Clock-I-Wind-and-Other-Poems-Audiobook/B077VS5CTN.

Melting Ice

Under the once-solid ice sheet

We meet

A demon some persist

In maintaining does not exist.

Deep in his throat, he rumbles;

And humanity stumbles

As yet another ice sheet crumbles.

Kevin Morris (C) All rights reserved by the author.

(Taken from “My Old Clock I Wind And Other Poems”)

Ariadne’s Notes: The World Poetry Café Radio Show with host and producer Ariadne Sawyer , co-host Neall Ryon, Super Tech Victor Schwartzman and volunteer Sharon Rowe welcomed Kendra Shank (Vocalist) on air talking about their new CD. Half Moon is a lovely CD , poetic and meaningful, a listening delight.

Quote: A deep, stimulating rapport honed over many years…. Mesmeric…uplifting…powerful…– Christopher Loudon, Jazz Times”

“Shank and Keezer each have an impressive command of nuance, dynamics and texture…. Their shared reverence is balanced by a desire and ability to subtly surprise their listeners…– George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune.”

Jan. 9 concert tickets & info: https://www.mezzrow.com/events/2451-kendra-shank-geoffrey-keezer CD purchase: https://www.cdbaby.com/cd/kendrashank (downloads also available at Amazon & iTunesWebsites: www.kendrashank.com / www.geoffreykeezer.com with their new CD, Half Moon with Geoffrey Keezer (Piano).

Also on the show : Wayne Wallace , Canto America, unfortunately poetess Tara Kimberly Torme was not able to join us. The show included the return of Creativity Rocks.

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Artists: Kendra Shank (Vocalist), Kendra Shank mixes modern jazz, standards, world music, folk/pop, and open improvisation, all unified by her soulful storytelling, inventive phrasing, and spontaneous group interplay. Geoffrey Keezer’s singular style of intellectually abstract lyricism woven over exotically complex rhythms and harmonies makes him one of the most sought-after artists on the modern jazz scene. Join vocalist Kendra Shank and pianist Geoffrey Keezer in celebration as they play music from their new album “Half Moon.”

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Geoffrey Keezer (Piano)

With his highly regarded discography, unique compositions, and acclaimed performances in a variety of configurations, pianist Geoffrey Keezer commands the attention typically reserved for the living legends of jazz. Whether recording with jazzy chanteuses Diana Krall or Dianne Reeves, touring with trumpet king Chris Botti, or collaborating with pop icon Sting, sax legend Wayne Shorter, guitar wizard Jim Hall, star bassist Christian McBride or vibes master Joe Locke, Geoffrey “has more than enough virtuosity and sheer musical wit and intelligence to weave all of his apparently disparate strands of influence into an original and compelling whole” (Time Magazine).”

* Thanks to Ann Braithwaite of Braithwaite & Katz Communications for source materials.

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World Poetry Celebrates Kevin Morris from England!

TO HEAR THIS GREAT SHOW LISTEN HERE!

“My Old Clock I Wind” is now available as an audio download!

Kevin Morris was born in Liverpool (UK) on 6 January 1969.

Kevin lost the majority of his eyesight at 18-months-old due to a blood clot.

He is a braille user and has happy memories of leafing through “The Oxford Book of English Verse” and other poetry collections in the school library.

Kevin read history and politics at University College Swansea and graduated with a BA (joint hons) and a MA in political theory.

In 1994 Kevin moved to London where he now lives and works. He began writing poetry in 2012. Most of Kevin’s poems can be found on his website, https://newauthoronline.com/ which also contains links to his published works. His Twitter account: https://twitter.com/drewdog2060_

Much of Kevin’s poetry is inspired by the environment. He lives close to an historic park in the Upper Norwood/Crystal Palace area (a suburb of London).Upper Norwood derives it’s name from the Great North Wood and remains one of the greenest parts of greater London.

Being visually impaired Kevin uses Job Access with Speech or JAWS software which converts text into speech and braille enabling him to use a standard Windows computer or laptop.

Kevin’s latest collection of poetry, “My Old Clock I Wind and Other Poems”was published, by Moyhill Publishing in June 2017, in both print and e-book formats, http://moyhill.com/clock/. It can also be found in the Amazon Kindle store, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0735JBVBG.

“My Old Clock I Wind” became available, as an audio download on 5 December and can be found here:

https://www.audible.com/pd/Drama-Poetry/My-Old-Clock-I-Wind-and-Other-Poems-Audiobook/B077VS5CTN.

Melting Ice

Under the once-solid ice sheet

We meet

A demon some persist

In maintaining does not exist.

Deep in his throat, he rumbles;

And humanity stumbles

As yet another ice sheet crumbles.

Kevin Morris (C) All rights reserved by the author.

(Taken from “My Old Clock I Wind And Other Poems”)

World Poetry Welcomes Kendra Shank & Geoffrey Keezer!

Quote: A deep, stimulating rapport honed over many years…. Mesmeric…uplifting…powerful…– Christopher Loudon, Jazz Times”

“Shank and Keezer each have an impressive command of nuance, dynamics and texture…. Their shared reverence is balanced by a desire and ability to subtly surprise their listeners…– George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune.”

Also on the show : Wayne Wallace , Canto America, unfortunately poetess Tara Kimberly Torme was not able to join us. The show included the return of Creativity Rocks.

LISTEN NOW TO THE SHOW!

Geoffrey Keezer (Piano)

* Thanks to Ann Braithwaite of Braithwaite & Katz Communications for source materials.