Hymns of Nature

In the scorching African sun, far from the dreamscapes of Illuminations, Rimbaud became a different kind of voyager. The dark side of his genius emerged, no longer chasing enlightenment but profit. Stories murmur of him not only trafficking in ivory but experimenting with the sacred Iboga root himself, perhaps not for spiritual awakening but as a tool for endurance or escape from a life he seemed determined to bury

The terrible child on Ibogaine

In a desolate epoch, music is both a lament and a shout of pain


A Serenade for an Ashen Anthropocene

In some Native American cultures, the process of dying is seen not as an end but as a sacred transition known as "Pöngnavayu." This term reflects the journey of the spirit from the physical world to the spiritual realm, guided by ancestral wisdom and the forces of nature. Death is embraced as a continuation of life's cycle, much like the setting sun promises a new dawn. Rituals and prayers often accompany this passage, honoring the interconnectedness of all living things. For many, "Pöngnavayu" symbolizes harmony with the universe, where life and death are but two sides of the same sacred path.

Pöngnavayu

The Ghost Piper of Clanyard Bay

Tahlequah is the name of a well-known Southern Resident orca (J35) from the Pacific Northwest. She became famous in 2018 when she carried her deceased calf on her head for 17 days over 1,000 miles in what was widely interpreted as a display of grief.

Tahlequah Grieves Again

Dadaism at its worst !

One's ability to speak does not necessarily depend on reading skills, yet reading can enhance speech proficiency, as can be observed in music.

The psychology of music delineates the phenomenon of experiencing goosebumps while listening to songs with rudimentary motifs and meaningless lyrics. However, developing a keen appreciation for music demands an amplification of one's understanding and perception. Personal preferences hold no weight in this regard.

It is erroneous to assume that a universally objective theory of music exists. The available music theories are predominantly limited to particular contexts such as the "Harmonic Style of 18th Century European Musicians" or "Schenkerian Analysis." Nonetheless, I do not adhere to any particular music theory in this context. Please enjoy.

Tahlequah Grieves Again

Armin Vali