Pete Seeger, in the classic folk song method, took something old and something new and made a classic.
In fact it was so popular, the message may have been somewhat diluted.
Some time soon, we’ll post Pete’s last recording - I’m Still Searching
And you can see them dancing, by themselves, in an office at work, in the middle of the day - almost half a century ago.
She left us this week but this song will always be hers.
Has a pensive lead up and then - you just might have to tap your feet.
After James posted this song by Joni a few months ago many fans asked for the "guitar only" version and James did not disappoint. In this video James recut to share just his hands while inching up the guitar volume to help illustrate. "All I want" of course is from Joni's 1971 album, Blueon which James played guitar.
(Also check out his other lessons with special camera - inside - view
This guitar lesson is the latest installment in James's ongoing series of guitar lesson videos. Click below to check out "All I Want" on JamesTaylor.com, and have a look at the other lessons as well!
Your computer can remember a lot about you. And that can make it easier to log in to websites.
Sometimes that is OK and sometimes it might send information you don’t want to send. Or, if it is a shared computer - or you want to protect your identity if the computer is stolen - you may want to re-enter the log in information, every time. It can be a pain but, critical sites like banking, will keep you better protected.
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters.
If you go to last month's newsletter, you can see the Mystery Photo. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
If you’re like many of us, losing web pages is easy. On the small screen of an iPhone, the back arrow might dim or disappear and you can’t find that web page you were just looking at.
So, click this icon (circled in yellow) and all the recent webpages will appear. Then just click the webpage you want.
Through great thought and many years, James has developed a signature sound and style.
His syncopated use of both hands, creates a more flowing guitar style. Spreading out the notes.
Also, instead of standard chord formations, he uses less usual note combinations to put space, tension and resolution into his performance.
Plus, he’s got a killer guitar !
Joni, at 27, sends us a message half a century later?
For Joni’s 75th Birthday Celebration, James and Seal, sang it back to Joni
The 50s set the stage for the 60s
Hear where Brother Ross heard “Slowpoke”.
A short clip of the each month’s top song.
A little long at 25 minutes but it moves quickly.
Amid a crush of heavy news from around the world, who couldn't use some sage advice right now?
Call a new hotline, and you'll get just that — encouraging words from a resilient group of kindergartners.
In case you want to refer to prior newsletters, here is the link to the Historical Society archive of newsletters. https://www.chebeaguehistory.com/monthly-newsletter-archive
A short clip of the each month’s top song.
A little long at 25 minutes but it moves quickly.
With some songs - all it takes is a couple of seconds. For those of that generation, this is one.
And some lyrics - (like-All along the Watchtower, McArthur Park) - create an impressionistic setting of the times.
Here’s the original 1968 Version (imagine - a four piece drum kit)
Here’s a Rolling Stone Article on Gary Brooker’s recent death.
Although the island internet can be slow - there have been cases where - the bandwidth being sent to you, loses strength - inside your house.
One way to check is with the free service OOKLA.
It will run on your computer but, if you install on your phone, you can test from different spots in your house. Might help to understand how the signal from your router can lose strength.
I’ve used this for awhile.
First 5 are free, then $.99 ea up to 10
Business plans after that
(Please add comment if you have an alternative)
Chip
Click here to check out HelloFax
This just in - someone recommended Genius Scan (in the Apple App Store for iOS devices)
They also have Genius Fax which faxes from iOs - looks like similar charge to HelloFax but might be more convenient. Haven’t used so let us know if you try it.
Podcasts are free and there are a gazillion of them.
Did you know you can create a trip on Apple Maps on your Mac and then send it to your iPhone or iPad or a friend ?
This what will show in Maps
You can do a flyover for Portland or other big cities ?
When you search in maps, and the city has a flyover option, a “flyover” button appears underneath.. (takes awhile to load)
Hopefully you’ve been able to watch it on Disney+.
Both Ringo and Paul are touring this year.
Here’s a 15 minute, excellent review by Rick Beato - a well known musician and You Tuber
During a meeting while the Beatles were breaking up (with much help from others) , John Lennon famously looked over his glasses at Paul and said “Paul, it’s just me - John”.
Much has been said of this acrimonious time but people forget - these guys did well over 1,000 performances and spent more than 10,000 hours together.
This upcoming movie uses previously lost footage to show a a real look into this incredible group of people.
