April 15-- Yuval Ron Ensemble (Click Here)

This looks like a great opportunity-- right here in Anchorage-- to see the power music has in the fostering of world peace. See video link below.

Middle Eastern Music--Presented by Anchorage Concert Association, Discovery Theatre, Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Yuval Ron Ensemble, led by Oscar-winning Yuval Ron, includes Jewish, Arabic and Christian artists who come together to perform both sacred and folk music of the Middle East. The ensemble is dedicated to fostering an understanding of the Middle Eastern cultures through music as well as creating musical bridges between people of different faiths.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akbZFWFdomY

Except from Major Barbara (Click Here)

On Feb 16 Paul Bryner read 2 paragraphs from George Bernard Shaw's book, Major Barbara.   Click on the title above to find the eBook, Major Barbara.  Go to the second section of the Preface, entitled "The Gospel of St. Andrew Undershaft".  Scroll down to the paragraph that begins "but the thoughtless wickedness with which we scatter sentences..."

Any System by Leonard Cohen (Click Here)

On Feb 16 Paul Bryner read "Any System" from the book Energy of Slaves (1972) by Leonard Cohen.  The poem is written from the view of democratic citizens to their leaders.   Click the title above to link and read "Any System".

Weaving Our Talents: Feb 16 Peace Offering

Program at Felix Cafe February 16, 2009

1. Peace Alliance Presentation given by Lori Draper

2. Music & Singing by Ellen Lockyer on Guitar

3, SGI Singers with Shea Braniff, Mio Braniff, Ellen Lockyer, and Claudette Engblom-Bradley

4. Story told by Pam McDowell Saylor

5. Excerpts from George Bernard Shaw and poem read by Paul Bryner

6. Artwork Presentation given by Anda Saylor

7.  Everyone sang Peace Train

Everyone enjoyed the celebration.  Your comments are welcome.