The true delight is in the finding out rather than in the knowing. Isaac Asimov
This week I went to Julius Caeser by Bell Shakespeare. It's one of the few plays by Shakespeare that I haven't read, so while I know the story, at least up to a point, it was delightful to watch the action unfold after in interval. There's a different engagement, and it feels different. It sparks a lot of different responses if there's no anticipation.
There was further delight when interval coincided with sunset.
While I'm not a big classical music fan, this week also saw me at the Jewish Temple in Sydney, watching Sergej Krylov play a Stradivarius that was over 400 years old - almost three times as old as the building we were sitting in. He was accomponied by Kostantin Shamray. Rachmonanov and Raval - but sounding surprisingly fun and like Gershwin to me. It was beautiful and it felt doubly special seeing a venue I never see inside of.
“It doesn't matter how cynical I think I am. I'm always delighted to find out that things in this life still have the capacity to surprise me.”Norm Macdonald
Walking to the Belvoir theatre, I looked up and saw this. The sun, the wondering if Alex saw the message, the initial surprise all delighted me, Delight comes out of nowhere, and that in itself is surprising.
A Mirror was for me, a very joyful expereince. Feeling the shifts in the action, the ending revealing what I'd not seen right in front of me. I was grinning with joy as we discussed it on the way home.
Delight is great pleasure but what sparks the feeling is often the unexpected. Out of nowhere something suddenly give you great pleasure - you weren't seeking it out, it just envelopes you.
My friend gave me a tea infuser and seeing it matehed my Moomin mug made me smile.
A burst of summer vibes on a grey day.
A simple sign reminding you there is good in humanity.
A small, sweet decoration on a cafe window sill.
It's not big or costs money. What's delighted you lately?
Sergej Krylov playing a Stradivarius in Sydney's Jewish Temple was a perfect place to select, both because of the acoustics and the seating arrangements. But why was it too dark?
Still sad I missed the "Phantom of the Opera" in that place - and never went inside. Cute mug and yes, love your mates. I miss mine. It was hard to hear "see you in two years"... (I was in Perth again). Have a happy T-Day.
I love that you find joy and happiness in the smallest things. I enjoyed seeing the Sydney Jewish Temple and Alex. Of course, seeing that wonderful tea infuser match your mug was a perfect addition for T this Tuesday, dear Lydia.
I'd love to see Julius Caeser performed. I bet it was good. I remember reading that play a couple of times during my school days. And I love the Moomin mug. I don't know how often I see purple mugs, and who doesn't love a Moomin? I just discovered this series a couple of years ago. Have a super rest of your T day. hugs-Erika
I do love classical music and I would have loved to hear Serghej Krylov live. Even watching the video gave me goosebumps. What an amazing virtuoso player. And how interesting to have a synagog as a venue. I loved to see Alex in the sky and Moomin on your desk. Thank you for sharing, Happy T-Day, Lisca
There's nothing like seeing live theater. The actors, the audience, the atmosphere is so electric. Ditto with seeing a live concert and in such a beautiful venue. Happy T Day
I love classical music when I'm in a mood that it is needed. Would be great to go hear in person and sounds like you enjoyed the venue also. Love your mates sign is great, and love the flower and your thought on humanity. Have a great weekend ahead. :)
I enjoyed your lovely post! Thank you for the video and the quotes, especially the Norm Macdonald quote. I learned much that I didn’t know before either, and that gave me joy. Smiling- FoxyStamping- Sharon, oh, and Happy belated t day.
What a week you had! That violin piece was a delight to listen to. It was my first ever closeup view of a Stradivarius. It would be beyond awesome to actually be able to touch one (no, I don't play the violin, but - wow, to hold a historical piece...) My recent delight? Seeing my first crocuses of the season, as we move into spring where I live.
Wonderful music! A few weeks back I found delight with the awakening of nature. Daffodils and forsythia bloomed, as well some trees. Spring is now officially here, but we're still on a rollercoaster ride temperature wise. It's nice to get the warm days when we do, though. Have a boogietastic week, Lydia! xo ~CAAC
What a great piece of music that I was always stunned by. It's so fast and vibrant. Glad you enjoyed the play and that you enjoy the tiny things that happen. I found our one Kitty quite funny as she got stoned on her ughhhh...the word escapes me right now. Im enjoying seeing pictures of plants blooming on other people's blogs.
Loved the video. I would love to hear that in person. I love classical music.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots, as always.
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Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week, Lydia. Hugs. ♥
Sergej Krylov playing a Stradivarius in Sydney's Jewish Temple was a perfect place to select, both because of the acoustics and the seating arrangements. But why was it too dark?
ReplyDeleteStill sad I missed the "Phantom of the Opera" in that place - and never went inside. Cute mug and yes, love your mates. I miss mine.
ReplyDeleteIt was hard to hear "see you in two years"... (I was in Perth again). Have a happy T-Day.
I love that you find joy and happiness in the smallest things. I enjoyed seeing the Sydney Jewish Temple and Alex. Of course, seeing that wonderful tea infuser match your mug was a perfect addition for T this Tuesday, dear Lydia.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to see Julius Caeser performed. I bet it was good. I remember reading that play a couple of times during my school days. And I love the Moomin mug. I don't know how often I see purple mugs, and who doesn't love a Moomin? I just discovered this series a couple of years ago. Have a super rest of your T day. hugs-Erika
ReplyDeleteI do love classical music and I would have loved to hear Serghej Krylov live. Even watching the video gave me goosebumps. What an amazing virtuoso player. And how interesting to have a synagog as a venue.
ReplyDeleteI loved to see Alex in the sky and Moomin on your desk.
Thank you for sharing,
Happy T-Day,
Lisca
There's nothing like seeing live theater. The actors, the audience, the atmosphere is so electric. Ditto with seeing a live concert and in such a beautiful venue. Happy T Day
ReplyDeleteI am glad you enjoyed Julius Caesar and the classical concert at the temple. I love how you notice the little bursts of joy in everyday life!
ReplyDeleteI loved the music...such skill......Michelle
ReplyDeleteI love classical music when I'm in a mood that it is needed. Would be great to go hear in person and sounds like you enjoyed the venue also. Love your mates sign is great, and love the flower and your thought on humanity. Have a great weekend ahead. :)
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed all your photos and a good play is always a wonderful outing.
ReplyDeleteYou had quite the week. Thinking on it, being surprised and delighted is one of the joys of life.
ReplyDeleteA play and a sunset in the same evening. What a treat!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous sky.
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Excellent bridge shot
ReplyDeletelove the sky shots which set off the iconic Sydney sights!
ReplyDeleteI love the Bell Shakespeare Company. I used to go to everything but haven't been for a while.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your lovely post! Thank you for the video and the quotes, especially the Norm Macdonald quote. I learned much that I didn’t know before either, and that gave me joy. Smiling- FoxyStamping- Sharon, oh, and Happy belated t day.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your delightful weekend coffee share. Early spring flowers (crocus, snow drops and hellebores) delighted me this week.
ReplyDeleteWhat a week you had! That violin piece was a delight to listen to. It was my first ever closeup view of a Stradivarius. It would be beyond awesome to actually be able to touch one (no, I don't play the violin, but - wow, to hold a historical piece...) My recent delight? Seeing my first crocuses of the season, as we move into spring where I live.
ReplyDeleteShakespeare was meant to be performed. Glad you enjoyed.
ReplyDeleteWonderful music! A few weeks back I found delight with the awakening of nature. Daffodils and forsythia bloomed, as well some trees. Spring is now officially here, but we're still on a rollercoaster ride temperature wise. It's nice to get the warm days when we do, though. Have a boogietastic week, Lydia! xo ~CAAC
ReplyDeleteWhat a great piece of music that I was always stunned by. It's so fast and vibrant. Glad you enjoyed the play and that you enjoy the tiny things that happen. I found our one Kitty quite funny as she got stoned on her ughhhh...the word escapes me right now. Im enjoying seeing pictures of plants blooming on other people's blogs.
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