Lessons in the Key of Life
Viewing comments for Chapter 16 "The Dreydl Song"A music and dance teacher's improvization
36 total reviews
Comment from Tedd Turton
Well...I know that feeling so well. When music is such a huge part of your life, these things do happen.
Always entertaining reading your excerpts from the "Key of Life" book.
Another little gem.
All the Best, Tedd
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2022
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Well...I know that feeling so well. When music is such a huge part of your life, these things do happen.
Always entertaining reading your excerpts from the "Key of Life" book.
Another little gem.
All the Best, Tedd
Comment Written 27-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2022
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Hi, Tedd!
I'm back from my three-year hiatus and have found this lovely review of yours in my inbox. Thank you for your words of encouragement. I remember well that that was always your calling card. xo
Comment from Debbie Pope
I'm catching up on my favorite writer's old posts. I will now think of you every time that I see a dreydl, which will be frequently since my community is heavily Jewish.You are right; there needs to be more Hanukkah songs. Going through 16 years of elementary school holiday programs, there was not much variety for the Jewish segment of the program. I felt sorry for the children having to sing the same old songs.
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2022
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I'm catching up on my favorite writer's old posts. I will now think of you every time that I see a dreydl, which will be frequently since my community is heavily Jewish.You are right; there needs to be more Hanukkah songs. Going through 16 years of elementary school holiday programs, there was not much variety for the Jewish segment of the program. I felt sorry for the children having to sing the same old songs.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2022
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Hi, Dolly!
In an effort to have a "0-balance" Reviews inbox, I am replying to all the ones that were left for me while I was on hiatus! This was among them. Talk about a blast from the past, right?! Thanks for the nice review. xo
Comment from Joanna S. Blue
I laughed reading this. I immediately began hearing 'Heart and Soul.' I am pretty sure I could still play it. I, many years after the fact, cringed when I thought of a gift I once proudly gave my very elegant and probably teatotaling piano teacher. A musical beer stein that played 'How Dry I Am.'
This is delightful and charming. I'd like to book a room in That Safe Place Where No One Can Hurt Me! I get a lot of very practical advice from your stories and so much pleasure.
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2022
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I laughed reading this. I immediately began hearing 'Heart and Soul.' I am pretty sure I could still play it. I, many years after the fact, cringed when I thought of a gift I once proudly gave my very elegant and probably teatotaling piano teacher. A musical beer stein that played 'How Dry I Am.'
This is delightful and charming. I'd like to book a room in That Safe Place Where No One Can Hurt Me! I get a lot of very practical advice from your stories and so much pleasure.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2022
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I'd like to hire you as my agent, please! You have the nicest way of making me feel so terrifically good about my work. xo
Comment from Rikki66
Afraid the on Jewish song I know is Hava Nagila. Looked up your song on the net, maybe suicide is appropriate after a day of hearing differing versions.
Rikki:)
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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Afraid the on Jewish song I know is Hava Nagila. Looked up your song on the net, maybe suicide is appropriate after a day of hearing differing versions.
Rikki:)
Comment Written 16-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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Now you know why I forbid it! (According to Jewish Law, if you commit suicide, you cannot be buried as a Jew.)
Thank you for your understanding review!!! xo
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Okay stand on the corner nude and scream. LOL xo
Comment from Joy Graham
For me, it's Fur Elise. I hate that song. I had a piano teacher that made me play it and I hated every minute of it. I don't have fond memories of that teacher either. Students used to be so proud of themselves for learning it on their own and played it for me hoping I would be so thrilled. Ughhhhhh!
I enjoyed reading your story. You remind me that I used to be surrounded by lovely music. Now my piano is silent unless my daughter comes over and plays it which isn't very often anymore.
I'm not familiar with the song you mentioned.
Joy xx
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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For me, it's Fur Elise. I hate that song. I had a piano teacher that made me play it and I hated every minute of it. I don't have fond memories of that teacher either. Students used to be so proud of themselves for learning it on their own and played it for me hoping I would be so thrilled. Ughhhhhh!
I enjoyed reading your story. You remind me that I used to be surrounded by lovely music. Now my piano is silent unless my daughter comes over and plays it which isn't very often anymore.
I'm not familiar with the song you mentioned.
Joy xx
Comment Written 16-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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I'm getting to that point with Fur Elise, too. I usually have to listen to it just once a year, since someone always chooses it as a recital piece. Once a year's doable. (And you'll love the way I introduce it: "And now, the song no recital should be without!" Meanwhile, I'm thinking, "And now the song that has tormented me yet another year.")
As far as the Dreydl Song, no matter what you do, do NOT google it. Your life will change...and NOT for the better. You have been warned.
Great review, Joy. Thank you.
(So is writing your therapy now, instead of playing piano?)
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yes it is. I went through a traumatic event and turned to writing to keep me going. It pulled me through.
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I'm so glad to read that. xo
Comment from Rdfrdmom2
Rachelle:
We must be careful what we teach our students because it
will always come back to haunt us. LOL! I look forward to
reading about the Holiday Songs Challenge.
jan
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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Rachelle:
We must be careful what we teach our students because it
will always come back to haunt us. LOL! I look forward to
reading about the Holiday Songs Challenge.
jan
Comment Written 15-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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Truer words were never spoken! xo
Comment from DonandVicki
I love it when my granddaughter plays "Heart and Soul" on the piano. It isn't so much the song but the blessings that I have been given from God. I love the innocent feel of your story.
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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I love it when my granddaughter plays "Heart and Soul" on the piano. It isn't so much the song but the blessings that I have been given from God. I love the innocent feel of your story.
Comment Written 15-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
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All bets are off when it's one's grandchild doing anything, DonandVicki. That is a given!! Thanks for the nice review. xo
Comment from Mrs. KT
Hello Again, Rachelle!
Gawd!
Another smile for this incredibly rainy Monday!
Really? The mug is cemented to the shelf paper? Too funny! And a darn good place for it.
Now...I must inquire: Do you think your student purchased said gift at The Dollar Store? :)
Fast-paced and hilarious!
Thank you for sharing!
diane
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2019
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Hello Again, Rachelle!
Gawd!
Another smile for this incredibly rainy Monday!
Really? The mug is cemented to the shelf paper? Too funny! And a darn good place for it.
Now...I must inquire: Do you think your student purchased said gift at The Dollar Store? :)
Fast-paced and hilarious!
Thank you for sharing!
diane
Comment Written 15-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2019
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HAHAHAHAH!!! I never thought of that!! Now THAT's funny! xo
Comment from light
Another great read. I am not Jewish but have celebrated Hanukkah. To my dismay I taught my great grandchildren the dreidel song.
Blessings,
Elaine
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2019
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Another great read. I am not Jewish but have celebrated Hanukkah. To my dismay I taught my great grandchildren the dreidel song.
Blessings,
Elaine
Comment Written 15-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2019
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Ohhh, yeah; that's going to haunt you the rest of your days, Elaine! So sorry. xo
Comment from brenda faye curtis
This is a very cute story, but I have to admit, I love the dreydl song. I first heard it on the holiday special of South park many years ago, and I thought it was a very catchy tune. Still, I wouldn't want it in musical mug.
Your story is related in a well-constructed format which tells the story with good detail and in a way anyone can identify with. The teaser for the next chapter is a good idea. I look forward to the next one!
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2019
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This is a very cute story, but I have to admit, I love the dreydl song. I first heard it on the holiday special of South park many years ago, and I thought it was a very catchy tune. Still, I wouldn't want it in musical mug.
Your story is related in a well-constructed format which tells the story with good detail and in a way anyone can identify with. The teaser for the next chapter is a good idea. I look forward to the next one!
Comment Written 15-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2019
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You only THINK you like the Dreydl Song, Brenda. When it's with you 24/7 for a month, it becomes your nemesis!!
Thanks for the terrific review. xo
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Ok, I hear ya! :)