January 2012
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December 2011
1 post
A Poem: Signore Marinaccio
I wrote this poem recently. It’s a homage to Mr. Marinaccio, my clarinet teacher who was also a third grandfather to me. It’s intended to be in Italian. I’ve provided an English translation below.
Signore Marinaccio (Allison Scola)
Il tuo cognome Marinaccio ti ha descritto perfettamente.
Hai sembrato un marinaio.
Una faccia tonda con un baffo
Spalle larghe
E le mani come...
November 2011
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Some days I'm angry. Most of the time, I just...
Today is Saturday. I intended to write some music today. I played guitar for 15 minutes and spent most of the rest of the day doing what I call “Household administration.”
I work all week, full time. After work, I, more often than not, go to a club to hear music (usually a friend’s performance), a museum to hear a lecture or some music, or meet friends for dinner to catch up on...
September 2011
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February 2010
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To Tweet? To Tumblr? To Facebook?
So many outlets to post things. If I were 17, I think I’d have a lot to say. Right now, not so much!
Join me!
Wed. February 24, 2010: Concert for Victoria 7pm to 10pm 81 Christopher Street NY NY 10014
Featuring Red Molly, Natalia Zukerman and other wonderful artists
Benefit concert to raise funds for Victoria Lavington, my good friend who is battling breast cancer.
July 2009
1 post
Why oh, Why?
Joy. That’s why. We are here to seek joy… even though today, I feel like can’t seek much. Just got back from vacation, and I’m wiped out. I felt great 3 days ago! It’s been a tiring couple of days, I guess. OK. Just stopping by to check out tumblr.
November 2007
6 posts
A clip of my song, “Risking a Fall”
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“Have faith in your dreams.”
My New York City Rules
I’ve lived in NYC for 10 years now, and I’ve learned a few valuable things I thought I’d pass on to you. Here they are, in order of importance, of course!
1. Always use the bathroom before leaving a restaurant (or a friend’s apartment or your office for that matter).
2. Never stand near a garbage can on the subway platform (people like to play basketball in this town,...