Here's to the end of 2020

 Well, that was a year we'll all remember. Who knows where we will be in twelve months' time, but it's probably true to say that most of us wouldn't have predicted what we have been through.

    On one hand, I've been unable to spend time with friends and family, and seen many go through terrible times. However, for me, 2020 has brought me many benefits, for which I am grateful. I'm healthier today than I was a year ago - even a few months ago. I've started my Harmonious World podcast and am loving working on that.

    My English tutoring has moved online and presented me with opportunities to help adult learners of English as well as school children.

    I wish everybody reading this the very best for 2021.

An interview with mandolin virtuoso Avi Avital

I've interviewed some amazing musicians in 2020 and it was a delight to interview mandolin supremo Avi Avital for the last episode of my Harmonious World podcast.

    Listen here.

 

Beauty just a few minutes' walk from home

I'm no bird watcher, but I saw this guy this morning, close to the mini waterfall on my usual dog-walk.

    It's not the best shot I've ever taken, but I had to be quick before he flew off.

 

An interview with pianist Jeni Slotchiver

 Listen here

Walking the dog for my sanity

 

An interview with pianist Robin Spielberg

 Listen here

An interview with Snack Cat's Aleksi Glick

 Listen here.

Your new Christmas album is here

The new Christmas album you need is here. Gabriel Latchin has come up with a great jazz collection with his trio.

    You can read my review on KindOfJazz.

 

Keeping it simple

Sometimes, it's the simple things that matter

    As the madness of 2020 continues, I've discovered a great lunch chef in the cafe at North Herts Museum. He makes a mean vegan breakfast bap.