Thursday, June 21, 2012

I wonder as I wander out under the sky...*





I was put in mind of these lyrics* as I wandered my garden, lost in thought as to the beauty of the summer garden.  I was lost in thought and seeing these shots that I left my camera to take as I wandered, they seem really ethereal with the washed out pale shots and the elf-green flowing skirt.  I also seem to be having an audition for the Ballet Rambert or some other contemporary dance company!
"Welcome!"
At the weekend, I am off to a lovely village, not too far from Hay on Wye, the other side of the Black mountains to play in a ruined abbey. Last time I went to play this particular concert was around 6 years ago and I remember it being a very beautiful, gentle experience that filled me with joy at the music and the tranquillity of the countryside. That particular experience fits in with the lyrics!
FYI:
Hat: 1969 purchase by Mum
Skirt:  gift from Dad and Stepmum
Top:  Newlook via Charity shop
Belt: Primark.

Comes from the most beautiful carol.  I played in an arrangement by Lucio Berio of this

I wonder as I wander out under the sky

How Jesus the Saviour did come for to die
For poor on'ry people like you and like I;
I wonder as I wander out under the sky

When Mary birthed Jesus 'twas in a cow's stall
With wise men and farmers and shepherds and all
But high from God's heaven, a star's light did fall
And the promise of ages it then did recall.

If Jesus had wanted for any wee thing
A star in the sky or a bird on the wing
Or all of God's Angels in heaven to sing
He surely could have it, 'cause he was the King

I wonder as I wander out under the sky
How Jesus the Saviour did come for to die
For poor on'ry people like you and like I;
I wonder as I wander out under the sky.

Lyrics from:
http://www.oldielyrics.com/christmas/i_wonder_as_i_wander.html

You can listen to it here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyR4hnRWMUE&feature=results_main&playnext=1&list=PLD2FE131D6CA48018  
It's beautiful!

8 comments:

  1. I love that carol, it's such a pretty one!!

    I love your long flowy skirt, and it's super pretty color!

    Hope your concert goes well this weekend!

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  2. i love this line of your post, "filled me with joy at the music and the tranquillity of the countryside". what an eloquent way to phrase that! enjoy your weekend!
    as for how we find our etsy finds...it's a bit of searching for specific things we are loving that week, and a bit of luck by just browsing for as long as we do!

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  3. How wonderful to take part in a concert in a ruined abbey! Have an amazing time!

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  4. I do love that skirt, how glorious! x

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  5. you look so lovely! i love that maxi skirt and the hat! i just bought a hat kinda like that :) hope you have a lovely weekend in the nearby town!

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  6. I love this on you, you really suit the vintage vibe.
    Have a fab time in Hay and don't forget your wellies! x

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  7. Oh you wear hats so well, Kezzie - I am jealous! And I love that skirt :)

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  8. I so want your belt! x

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