Friends from California are coming out this way in the coming weeks to visit with my family and to “experience a real New England autumn.” They know that Boston is a major metropolitan area (they’ll be flying into Logan) and they’ll likely scout out a college or two for their daughter while they’re here...but what I really think they’re hoping for is to see the “Currier and Ives” New England ---you know---covered bridges, maple sugaring, sleigh rides in the countryside. I think with all the hub bub of our wack-a-doodle lives these days many of us New Englanders would wish a return to that, too, even if for just a little while. I thought today we just might go back to that with some New England-centric pieces from William Grant Still and Aaron Copland. And while you're enjoying some apple-cranberry pie with warm cider, let me know what makes a great New England autumn for you by posting a comment below!(photo: Our Life in Words)
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Christine commented on 10.14.10
Hi Laura,
I just adore the autumn in New England! Theres a special brilliance and fragrance in this season that adds to its beauty. I love the misty mornings and the gentle sunlight. I think its New England at its best.
Marvin commented on 10.14.10
Good Morning Laura,
Always a pleasure to listen. Wonderful choices this morning. The foliage picture was a perfect accompaniment.
I have some of my own taken this morning that if I could figure out how to send them I would.
Happy Thursday Autumn Day.
Marv Wilkenfeld volunteer docent
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