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A poem, accompanied with original background piano music:

	
A Military Appointment by Thomas Hardy


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    "So back you have come from the town, Nan, dear!
    And have you seen him there, or near -
    That soldier of mine -
    Who long since promised to meet me here?"

    " O yes, Nell: from the town I come,
    And have seen your lover on sick-leave home -
    That soldier of yours -
    Who swore to meet you, or Strike-him-dumb;

    "But has kept himself of late away;
    Yet, in short, he's coming, I heard him say -
    That lover of yours -
    To this very spot on this very day."

    " Then I'll wait, I'll wait, through wet or dry!
    I'll give him a goblet brimming high -
    This lover of mine -
    And not of complaint one word or sigh!"

    " Nell, him I have chanced so much to see,
    That he has grown the lover of me! -
    That lover of yours -
    And it's here our meeting is planned to be."





Analysis

In "A Military Appointment," Thomas Hardy critiques the arbitrary and impersonal nature of military systems. The poem contrasts the mundane process of appointing a young soldier with the gravity of the life-and-death stakes involved. Hardy highlights the disconnection between bureaucratic decision-making and the human lives affected by it. The poem underscores the tragic randomness of war, where a simple administrative task can seal someone's fate, reflecting Hardy's skepticism of institutional authority.



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A Military Appointment By Thomas Hardy

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A Spot by Thomas Hardy

     In years defaced and lost,
     Two sat here, transport-tossed,
     Lit by a living love
    The wilted world knew nothing of:
     Scared momently
     By gaingivings,
     Then hoping things
     That could not be.

     Of love and us no trace
     Abides upon the place;
     The sun and shadows wheel,
    Season and season sereward steal;
     Foul days and fair
     Here, too, prevail,
     And gust and gale
     As everywhere.

     But lonely shepherd souls
     Who bask amid these knolls
     May catch a faery sound
    On sleepy noontides from the ground:
     "O not again
     Till Earth outwears
     Shall love like theirs
     Suffuse this glen!"





Analysis

Thomas Hardy's poem "A Spot" explores the enduring emotional impact of a traumatic event. The "spot" symbolizes a location marked by past pain or loss, which haunts the speaker despite the passage of time. Hardy conveys the persistence of memory and the inescapability of certain wounds, reflecting his broader themes of fate and the human condition. The poem's simplicity enhances its emotional depth, emphasizing the lasting effects of sorrow.




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This track showcases relentless commitment to pushing the boundaries of musical expression beyond the musical rules. 

Its Experimental nature invites listeners to embrace the unknown, as it delves into uncharted sonic territories. The result is an intricate tapestry of sound that challenges traditional norms and expectations.

A Spot By Thomas Hardy

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A Week by Thomas Hardy

    On Monday night I closed my door,
    And thought you were not as heretofore,
    And little cared if we met no more.

    I seemed on Tuesday night to trace
    Something beyond mere commonplace
    In your ideas, and heart, and face.

    On Wednesday I did not opine
    Your life would ever be one with mine,
    Though if it were we should well combine.

    On Thursday noon I liked you well,
    And fondly felt that we must dwell
    Not far apart, whatever befell.

    On Friday it was with a thrill
    In gazing towards your distant vill
    I owned you were my dear one still.

    I saw you wholly to my mind
    On Saturday even one who shrined
    All that was best of womankind.

    As wing-clipt sea-gull for the sea
    On Sunday night I longed for thee,
    Without whom life were waste to me!




Analysis

Thomas Hardy's poem "A Week" reflects on the fleeting nature of time and the inevitability of change. The poem poignantly captures the melancholy of passing days, emphasizing the transience of life and the inevitable erosion of memories and moments. Through a concise, reflective tone, Hardy suggests that even in the mundane routine of a week, there is a deeper, universal truth about the human experience of time and loss.




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A Week By Thomas Hardy

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A Woman Driving by Thomas Hardy

    How she held up the horses' heads,
    Firm-lipped, with steady rein,
    Down that grim steep the coastguard treads,
    Till all was safe again!

    With form erect and keen contour
    She passed against the sea,
    And, dipping into the chine's obscure,
    Was seen no more by me.

    To others she appeared anew
    At times of dusky light,
    But always, so they told, withdrew
    From close and curious sight.

    Some said her silent wheels would roll
    Rutless on softest loam,
    And even that her steeds' footfall
    Sank not upon the foam.

    Where drives she now? It may be where
    No mortal horses are,
    But in a chariot of the air
    Towards some radiant star.




Analysis

Thomas Hardy's poem "A Woman Driving" explores themes of social class and gender. The poem contrasts the freedom of a woman driving a carriage with the restrictions imposed by society. Her confident demeanor and control over the vehicle symbolize independence, but Hardy also subtly critiques the limitations of that freedom within a patriarchal society. The poem reflects Hardy's nuanced view of women's roles, highlighting both their empowerment and the societal constraints they face.



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Its Experimental nature invites listeners to embrace the unknown, as it delves into uncharted sonic territories. The result is an intricate tapestry of sound that challenges traditional norms and expectations.

A Woman Driving By Thomas Hardy

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A Woman's Trust by Thomas Hardy

    If he should live a thousand years
    He'd find it not again
    That scorn of him by men
    Could less disturb a woman's trust
    In him as a steadfast star which must
    Rise scathless from the nether spheres:
    If he should live a thousand years
    He'd find it not again.

    She waited like a little child,
    Unchilled by damps of doubt,
    While from her eyes looked out
    A confidence sublime as Spring's
    When stressed by Winter's loiterings.
    Thus, howsoever the wicked wiled,
    She waited like a little child
    Unchilled by damps of doubt.

    Through cruel years and crueller
    Thus she believed in him
    And his aurore, so dim;
    That, after fenweeds, flowers would blow;
    And above all things did she show
    Her faith in his good faith with her;
    Through cruel years and crueller
    Thus she believed in him!




Analysis

Thomas Hardy's "A Woman's Trust" explores the fragility and naivety of a woman's faith in love. The poem contrasts the woman's unwavering trust with the harsh reality of human nature, highlighting the vulnerability that comes with blind devotion. Hardy's melancholic tone and vivid imagery emphasize the inevitable disillusionment, portraying trust as both a precious gift and a potential source of deep pain when betrayed. The poem ultimately reflects on the bittersweet nature of love.


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Its Experimental nature invites listeners to embrace the unknown, as it delves into uncharted sonic territories. The result is an intricate tapestry of sound that challenges traditional norms and expectations.

A Woman's Trust By Thomas Hardy

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A Year Later (Serenade) by Thomas Hardy

    I skimmed the strings; I sang quite low;
    I hoped she would not come or know
    That the house next door was the one now dittied,
    Not hers, as when I had played unpitied;
    - Next door, where dwelt a heart fresh stirred,
    My new Love, of good will to me,
    Unlike my old Love chill to me,
    Who had not cared for my notes when heard:
    Yet that old Love came
    To the other's name
    As hers were the claim;
    Yea, the old Love came

    My viol sank mute, my tongue stood still,
    I tried to sing on, but vain my will:
    I prayed she would guess of the later, and leave me;
    She stayed, as though, were she slain by the smart,
    She would bear love's burn for a newer heart.
    The tense-drawn moment wrought to bereave me
    Of voice, and I turned in a dumb despair
    At her finding I'd come to another there.
    Sick I withdrew
    At love's grim hue
    Ere my last Love knew;
    Sick I withdrew.

  



Analysis

Thomas Hardy's "A Year Later (Serenade)" reflects on love's transience and the inevitability of change. The poem contrasts the passionate emotions of a past relationship with the present's muted reality, emphasizing time's erosive effects on feelings once vibrant. The serene, almost resigned tone suggests acceptance of this transformation, portraying love as a fleeting moment in life's broader, unceasing flow. Hardy captures the melancholy of lost intimacy and the inevitability of emotional decay.



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Its Experimental nature invites listeners to embrace the unknown, as it delves into uncharted sonic territories. The result is an intricate tapestry of sound that challenges traditional norms and expectations.

A Year Later (Serenade) By Thomas Hardy

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Amirika Richardson, CAMW, and T3, she discusses MiCareerQuest Capital Area, an event that provides a unique interactive experience to connect students with potential career pathways. 

Question: What is MiCareerQuest Capital Area? 
● MiCareerQuest is a career exploration experience that introduces high school students to high-demand, high-wage jobs in the Lansing area. ○ The event offers students and employers the opportunity to make connections through hands-on activities with a focus on highlighting roles in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) related industries. 
○ In total, the event will introduce more than 3,000 students to 70 industry exhibitors. 
● MiCareerQuest Capital Area provides an interactive platform for students to explore various career pathways available right here in the Capital region. 
○ The exhibits are uniquely created for students to participate in activities that promote a deeper understanding of different occupations and introduce them to new jobs they may be unfamiliar with. 
○ Exhibitors showcase the best of their trade so students get to witness firsthand what career opportunities might be available to them. 
○ The experiential environment gives students the ability to explore career paths in an engaging way.
 ○ Some exhibitions from the past include:
■ Navigating the state-of-the-art technology that controls the functions of heavy vehicles such as Granger recycling trucks.
 ■ Experiencing the inner workings of an emergency management mobile command center. 

 Question: How does MiCareerQuest Capital Area benefit students? 
● We believe that every young adult should have access to resources and information that will help them plan their future. 
○ Our mission is to give students a vision of available career pathways located in their community. 
● The event showcases a variety of careers in a wide range of industries.
○ Engineering, manufacturing and industrial technology. 
○ Business, information technology, arts and communication. 
 
Question: How does MiCareerQuest Capital Area benefit employers? 
● Employers can engage with potential future employees and spark interest in the younger members of our workforce. 
○ Through their participation as an active, hands-on exhibitor, employers help youth better understand the jobs available in their region. 
○ Additionally, the event allows employers to showcase the impacts their organizations have on our region's workforce and economy. 

Question: What is T3 and how are they involved with MiCareerQuest Capital Area? 
● T3, also known asTeach. Talent. Thrive., is the organization that spearheads the MiCareerQuest Capital Area event. 
○ It is a council of businesses created to support education and talent development in the capital area.
 ○ T3’s initiative utilizes partnerships with area schools and local businesses to educate the future workforce.
● T3 offers a variety of classes to help develop employable skills and prepare participants for new opportunities, including: 
○ Interview preparation classes. 
○ Brand social media etiquette courses.
● More information about T3 can be found on the Capital Area Michigan Works! website by visiting https://www.camw.org/t3.

Question: When does MiCareerQuest Capital Area take place? How can employers get involved? 
● MiCareerQuest Capital Area is on December 3rd, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Lansing Center. 
● Employers can register at https://www.micareerquestcapitalarea.com/employer to create an exhibit and participate. 
○ The deadline to register is August 31. ○ To register, employers will complete five steps: 
■ Complete the Exhibitor Agreement Form. 
■ Complete the exhibit information.
 ■ Turn in your organization's logo. 
■ Complete career pathway card.
■ Pay invoice. 
● For further questions, contact T3 education officer Amirika Richardson at Arichardson@camw.net or 517-492-5507

Michigan Business Beat | Amirika Richardson, CAMW!, and T3,  Discusses MiCareerQuest Capital Area

Embark on a celestial voyage like no other. "Galactic Voyage" is a symphony of stars, where futuristic rhythms and symphonic electronic melodies transport you to the farthest reaches of the cosmos. As you drift through nebulae and navigate through the glowing tails of rockets, every beat ignites a new frontier, merging ancient cosmic beauty with cutting-edge sound design. The massive spaceship in this journey is not only a vessel—it’s a beacon of infinite possibilities, guiding you through the mysteries of galaxies untold. Prepare for a soundscape that weaves intricate harmonies with unexpected twists, creating an epic, otherworldly adventure you won’t forget. This is the soundtrack to the universe unfolding before your eyes.

Lyrics:

Stars shine bright above
Space so wide so free
Rocket tails we ride
Chasing endless dreams

Planets come alive
Neon lights we see
Galaxies collide
Infinite beauty

We fly we soar
Beyond the great unknown
Hearts ignite with fire
Epic tales unfold

Moons with silver glow
Mysteries we find
Dancing with the stars
Bonds that set us free

Cosmic winds shall guide
Through the worlds we roam
Every soul a star
In this vast space home

We fly we soar
Beyond the great unknown
Hearts ignite with fire
Epic tales unfold

Galactic Voyage

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Immerse yourself in the haunting journey of "Reverie of Yesterday"—a captivating fusion of sound that transcends musical boundaries. This evocative piece melds the introspective depth of avant-garde jazz, the ethereal beauty of ambient soundscapes, the rich textures of world music, and the intricate layers of progressive rock. The result is a uniquely immersive experience that resonates with the soul.

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In the brightness of the dawning light,
Dusk falls fast, stealing sight.
Echoes fade into the air,
Melodies lost without care.

Hearts divide in disharmony,
Threads unravel silently.
Falling tides, we drift apart,
To the silence of our hearts.

This was the Symphony of Yesterday,
Holding on to words unsaid.
Let the silence pave the way,
Together we fade to gray.

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Together We Fade To Gray

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