"In his domestic administration my father had this system . . . to keep a journal and insert in it all occurrences of any note . . . A record very pleasant to look at when time begins to efface the memory of events, and very well suited to get us out of perplexity: When was such and such a thing begun? When completed? What retinues came? How long did they stay? Our trips, our absences; marriages; deaths; the receipt of happy or unhappy news . . . An ancient custom, which I think it would be good to revive, each man in each man's home. And I think I am a fool to have neglected it." (Montaigne, Book I, Essay 35 (publ. 1580))

Thursday, December 01, 2011

Christmas music . . . it's that time of year . . .

I think this medley is useful if one is looking for that Christmas "spirit" - it's from ASU Choral Union 2007 holiday concert (some photos here).  I like it, especially the "Lo, How a Rose" segment.  

But it's all quite nice, and a good way to get into the season.


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