Original Release: 23rd January 1982 Director(s): Isao Takahata Producer(s): Kôichi Murata Screenwriter(s): Isao Takahata Alternative Title(s): Gōshu the Cellist We're back after a brief hiatus with a change of pace yet again from Director Isao Takahata. Where before we had the bawdy humour of Chie the Brat, and the childlike innocence of Panda! Go, Panda!, Gauche … Continue reading Project Ghibli #5: Gauche the Cellist
We've just returned from a wonderful evening at King's Place, London, where we saw Music and the Deaf's 4ORTE Ensemble perform a moving selection of solo, accompanied and ensemble musical pieces. Music and the Deaf are a UK-based charity promoting musical opportunities for deaf children worldwide through workshops, talks and training sessions. The 4ORTE Ensemble … Continue reading Music and the Deaf: The 4ORTE Ensemble
Inspired by Ra of Rarasaur.com, who was in turn inspired by Mer of Knocked Over By A Feather, and accomplice to the stealing of the idea by Jackie of To Breathe is to Write, here is my 50 Little Things list you may not already know about me. The title of the post is from my … Continue reading You Got This
I find myself seeking calm lately. A little place of silence and stillness. A feeling of irritation and frustration has crept up on me, but from where I can't quite name. Maybe it's the busy London lifestyle or the usual frictions of being around other people (FYI other people are AWESOME - just not always). Whatever … Continue reading Oasis of Calm
