"Testimonies" - Erfahrungsberichte, (Zeugen)Aussagen.
A very interesting project: Germans in America
"Germans in America" introduces people at the intersection of both worlds who look behind the scenes and stereotypes, and inevitably witness cataclysmic political and social shifts.
"Deutsche in Amerika" stellt Menschen an der Schnittstelle beider Welten vor, die hinter die Kulissen und Klischees gucken und zwangsläufig zu Zeugen umwälzender politischer und gesellschaftlicher Verschiebungen werden.
Here is an interview with the photographer Gunter Kloetzer.
Thursday, March 31, 2005
Saturday, March 26, 2005
The Way Up
"The Way Up" - Der Weg nach oben.
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After being a Pat Metheny fan for 25 years I finally had the pleasure to experience him and his group live at the Orpheum Theatre in Boston. The generous 3 hour show was simply amazing!
Here are a few more opinions on the Boston show.
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After being a Pat Metheny fan for 25 years I finally had the pleasure to experience him and his group live at the Orpheum Theatre in Boston. The generous 3 hour show was simply amazing!
Here are a few more opinions on the Boston show.
Saturday, March 19, 2005
Undercurrents
"Undercurrents" - Unterstroemungen, Untertoene.
"The guitar for me is a translation device. It's not a goal. And in some ways jazz isn't a destination for me. For me, jazz is a vehicle that takes you to the true destination - a musical one that describes all kinds of stuff about the human condition and the way music works." Pat Metheny talks about the undercurrents of what influenced his musical style: An Idealist Reconnects With His Mentors.
"The guitar for me is a translation device. It's not a goal. And in some ways jazz isn't a destination for me. For me, jazz is a vehicle that takes you to the true destination - a musical one that describes all kinds of stuff about the human condition and the way music works." Pat Metheny talks about the undercurrents of what influenced his musical style: An Idealist Reconnects With His Mentors.
Thursday, March 10, 2005
Acquisition
"Acquisition" - Erwerbung, Kauf, Anschaffung, Übernahme.
What a day!
Microsoft to acquire Groove Networks.
Microsoft übernimmt Groove Networks.
What a day!
Microsoft to acquire Groove Networks.
Microsoft übernimmt Groove Networks.
Tuesday, March 08, 2005
Pastime
"Pastime" - Hobby, Liebhaberei, Zeitvertreib.
Hmmm, there doesn't seem to be an English term that articulates the meaning of the German word "Liebhaberei". The terms "favorite pastime" and "hobby" are pretty close but they are not quite it. Yes, "Liebhaberei" is an activity which is done for pleasure or amusement, just like a hobby, but it has "Liebe" meaning "Love" in it. Yes, maybe that's it, the term "Liebhaberei" is more sensual than "hobby" or "pastime", that is what’s missing. Anyway...
Wolfgang bought a brand new toy today, a perfect example for "Liebhaberei".
Hmmm, there doesn't seem to be an English term that articulates the meaning of the German word "Liebhaberei". The terms "favorite pastime" and "hobby" are pretty close but they are not quite it. Yes, "Liebhaberei" is an activity which is done for pleasure or amusement, just like a hobby, but it has "Liebe" meaning "Love" in it. Yes, maybe that's it, the term "Liebhaberei" is more sensual than "hobby" or "pastime", that is what’s missing. Anyway...
Wolfgang bought a brand new toy today, a perfect example for "Liebhaberei".
Friday, March 04, 2005
Manifesto
"Manifesto" - Manifest, öffentliche Erklärung; Grundsatzerklärung.
This Manifesto claims that "German newspapers have the best feuilleton pages in the world. They reflect the cultural landscape of a country where almost every mid-sized town boasts a first class opera and museum. They are also a forum for lively public debate. But as the German language is about as popular as ancient Greek, few people outside Germany know what they're missing."
I should check signandsight more often.
One more thing, the "unpacking" of the site name "signandsight" is a very interesting read: Four Words are Better than Two.
This Manifesto claims that "German newspapers have the best feuilleton pages in the world. They reflect the cultural landscape of a country where almost every mid-sized town boasts a first class opera and museum. They are also a forum for lively public debate. But as the German language is about as popular as ancient Greek, few people outside Germany know what they're missing."
I should check signandsight more often.
One more thing, the "unpacking" of the site name "signandsight" is a very interesting read: Four Words are Better than Two.
Tuesday, March 01, 2005
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Tuesday, February 22, 2005
Fugue
"Fugue" - Fuge.
Since I have listened to Glenn Gould's versions of Bach's "The Goldberg Variations" and "The Well-Tempered Clavier" innumerable times (without ever getting tired of them) I thought it was time to expand my horizon and ordered his interpretation of The Art of the Fugue. I can’t wait.
Since I have listened to Glenn Gould's versions of Bach's "The Goldberg Variations" and "The Well-Tempered Clavier" innumerable times (without ever getting tired of them) I thought it was time to expand my horizon and ordered his interpretation of The Art of the Fugue. I can’t wait.
Monday, February 21, 2005
Misanthropy
"Misanthropy" - Menschenhaß.
Something to watch/think about if you're in a masochistic mood.
"Dogville" reviews by Salon, The New York Times, Slate and Die Zeit. More...
Something to watch/think about if you're in a masochistic mood.
"Dogville" reviews by Salon, The New York Times, Slate and Die Zeit. More...
Saturday, February 19, 2005
Staged
"Staged" - Inszeniert, Veranstaltet.
"The prayers of those hoping that real television news might take its cues from Jon Stewart were finally answered on Feb. 9, 2005. A real newsman borrowed a technique from fake news to deliver real news about fake news in prime time." - Frank Rich, The New York Times. More: The White House Stages Its 'Daily Show'.
"The prayers of those hoping that real television news might take its cues from Jon Stewart were finally answered on Feb. 9, 2005. A real newsman borrowed a technique from fake news to deliver real news about fake news in prime time." - Frank Rich, The New York Times. More: The White House Stages Its 'Daily Show'.
Sunday, February 13, 2005
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Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Quirky Fetish
"Quirky Fetish" - Eigenartiger Fetisch.
This is a picture of a Leica IIIc (Post-War, 1946/47) taken with my Lensbaby (2004). This can only be called "quirky fetish".
Cameraquest has advice (and plenty of fetish) on thread-mount Leica cameras and lenses with all models arranged by serial number.
This is a picture of a Leica IIIc (Post-War, 1946/47) taken with my Lensbaby (2004). This can only be called "quirky fetish".
Cameraquest has advice (and plenty of fetish) on thread-mount Leica cameras and lenses with all models arranged by serial number.
Thursday, February 03, 2005
Reading
"Reading" – Lesung, Lesen, Lektuere, Anzeige.
A friend of mine published one of his readings. Please take the time to listen if you understand German and enjoy.
Here is the text:
Ohne Liebe bin ich nichts.
Selbst wenn ich in allen Sprachen der Welt,
ja mit Engelszungen reden könnte,
aber ich hätte keine Liebe,
so wären alle meine Worte hohl und leer,
ohne jeden Klang,
wie dröhnendes Eisen oder ein dumpfer Paukenschlag.
Könnte ich aus göttlicher Eingebung reden,
wüsste alle Geheimnisse Gottes,
könnte seine Gedanken erkennen
und hätte einen Glauben, der Berge versetzt,
aber mir würde die Liebe fehlen,
so wäre das alles nichts.
(Korinther 13)
A friend of mine published one of his readings. Please take the time to listen if you understand German and enjoy.
Here is the text:
Ohne Liebe bin ich nichts.
Selbst wenn ich in allen Sprachen der Welt,
ja mit Engelszungen reden könnte,
aber ich hätte keine Liebe,
so wären alle meine Worte hohl und leer,
ohne jeden Klang,
wie dröhnendes Eisen oder ein dumpfer Paukenschlag.
Könnte ich aus göttlicher Eingebung reden,
wüsste alle Geheimnisse Gottes,
könnte seine Gedanken erkennen
und hätte einen Glauben, der Berge versetzt,
aber mir würde die Liebe fehlen,
so wäre das alles nichts.
(Korinther 13)
Thursday, January 20, 2005
Inauguration
"Inauguration" - Amtseinführung, Krönung, Amtsantritts des Präsidenten.
A few perspectives: On Point, Spiegel, A Televisual Fairyland.
A few perspectives: On Point, Spiegel, A Televisual Fairyland.
Tuesday, December 28, 2004
Reign of Witches
"Reign of Witches" - Regentschaft der Hexen.
Barbra Streisand shares this quote from Thomas Jefferson: "A little patience, and we shall see the reign of witches pass over, their spells dissolve, and the people, recovering their true sight, restore their government to its true principles. It is true that in the meantime we are suffering deeply in spirit, and incurring the horrors of a war and long oppressions of enormous public debt......If the game runs sometimes against us at home we must have patience till luck turns, and then we shall have an opportunity of winning back the principles we have lost, for this is a game where principles are at stake."
Barbra Streisand shares this quote from Thomas Jefferson: "A little patience, and we shall see the reign of witches pass over, their spells dissolve, and the people, recovering their true sight, restore their government to its true principles. It is true that in the meantime we are suffering deeply in spirit, and incurring the horrors of a war and long oppressions of enormous public debt......If the game runs sometimes against us at home we must have patience till luck turns, and then we shall have an opportunity of winning back the principles we have lost, for this is a game where principles are at stake."
Sunday, December 19, 2004
Immaculate Conception
"Immaculate Conception" - Unbefleckte Empfängnis (der Jungfrau Maria).
More interesting poll results, a Newsweek poll finds that 79% of Americans believe in the immaculate conception.
More interesting poll results, a Newsweek poll finds that 79% of Americans believe in the immaculate conception.
Wednesday, December 15, 2004
Foundation
"Foundation" - Grundlage, Fundament, Basis; Stiftung.
I visited the Langen Foundation (Raketenstation Hombroich) in Neuss, Germany this October. Highly recommended! It's a treat for your spatial senses. Go visit.
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I visited the Langen Foundation (Raketenstation Hombroich) in Neuss, Germany this October. Highly recommended! It's a treat for your spatial senses. Go visit.
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Thursday, November 25, 2004
Creationism
"Creationism" - Kreationismus; auf einer wörtlichen Interpretation der Bibel basierende Weltentstehungslehre.
Here are some very interesting poll results.
Here are some very interesting poll results.
Sunday, November 14, 2004
Quotidian Meander
"Quotidian Meander" - Alltaegliche Irrwege, Windungen, Maeander.
It seems Mike Johnston needed another outlet: The Quotidian Meander. Enjoy!
It seems Mike Johnston needed another outlet: The Quotidian Meander. Enjoy!
Sunday, October 03, 2004
Quote Of The Day
"Quote Of The Day" - Zitat des Tages.
Quote I: "In Iraq, no doubt about it, it's tough. It's hard work. It's incredibly hard. It's - and it's hard work. I understand how hard it is. I get the casualty reports every day. I see on the TV screens how hard it is. But it's necessary work. We're making progress. It is hard work. You know my hardest, the hardest part of the job is to know that I committed the troops in harm's way and then do the best I can to provide comfort for the loves ones who lost a son or a daughter or husband and wife." - president George W. Bush reassuring us that he's on top of things in Iraq.
Quote II: "No matter how you feel about Bush, watching him speak is difficult. It’s like watching a drunk man cross an icy street." - Tucker Carlson, on Real Time with Bill Maher.
Thanks to The Daily Dish.
Quote I: "In Iraq, no doubt about it, it's tough. It's hard work. It's incredibly hard. It's - and it's hard work. I understand how hard it is. I get the casualty reports every day. I see on the TV screens how hard it is. But it's necessary work. We're making progress. It is hard work. You know my hardest, the hardest part of the job is to know that I committed the troops in harm's way and then do the best I can to provide comfort for the loves ones who lost a son or a daughter or husband and wife." - president George W. Bush reassuring us that he's on top of things in Iraq.
Quote II: "No matter how you feel about Bush, watching him speak is difficult. It’s like watching a drunk man cross an icy street." - Tucker Carlson, on Real Time with Bill Maher.
Thanks to The Daily Dish.
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