Thin Lizzy?

As my posts continue, the bands I write about are eclectic in their music style. This band is no different. Thin Lizzy is an Irish rock band that formed in Dublin in 1969. Their music reflects a wide range of influences, including country music, psychedelic rock, and traditional Irish folk music, but is generally classified as hard rock. One of their most popular hits is called "The Boys Are Back in Town", this song went worldwide with its popularity. I would classify it as soul rock. Thin Lizzy is not a band I am fond of. I had never heard of them before the night I went to the show. My friend invited me to the show and I never turn down a concert, so I decided to go. When I got to the Best Buy Theater in Times Square, NYC, I felt like a true VIP person. My friend met me at the door, walked me in with a comped ticket, tossed a laminated backstage pass around my neck, and we headed straight through security onto the stage. I was standing on the side of the stage with the bass player of Anthrax, three music executives, and a former New York Yankee named Bernie Williams. I simply looked at my friend and smiled, I knew this was going to be a great night. After the show we went backstage to hang out with the band. The guys were so sweet, not the kind of rock and roll night you probably had in mind. This was a lot more mellow. The guys are older and have been around a while, so the scene was calm and relaxed not chaotic and intense. All in all it was a great night.

Vocabulary:
eclectic (adj)- choosing from various sources
classify (v)- to organize by class
fond (adj)- having a liking or affection for
comped (n)- free of charge
laminated (adj)- constructed of layers of material bonded together
mellow (n)- a state, atmosphere, or mood of ease and gentle relaxation

Fill in the blank:
1. talking to my friends really makes me ______ when I need to relax.
2. I got a ____ copy of the CD I've wanted.
3. My teacher _______ our hall pass, so it wouldn't get ruined.
4. I am _____ of my dog, Rover.
5. How would I _______ my style of clothing?
6. I have an _______ taste in cuisine.

Grammar Points:
This past week, we learned about adverbs; adverbs are  words that often tell when, where, why, or under what conditions something happens or happened. I will give you a topic and I want you to use at least six adverbs in your paragraph. I would like for you to write a paragraph that explains a night where you thought it wouldn't be fun, but it turned out to be great. Please use at least three of the words from above.

COLD

Throughout each one of my blog posts, there is a constant theme of music. If you have been following my blogs, you will understand how important music is to me and how much I enjoy it, especially live. Well this blog post is no different. Cold is an amazing band. I started listening to them in the year 2000 when they released their second studio album called 13 ways to bleed on stage; this album was an inspirational part of my life and it definitely altered my views on reality. Some of my favorite songs from this album include Just Got Wicked, Its All Good, Anti-Love Song, Bleed, Send in the Clowns, and No one. Their other albums which are equally amazing, are called Year of the Spider, Self-titled album, and A different Kind of Pain.

I am bringing this band to your attention, not only because they are one of my favorite but because I will be attending their show in New Jersey. I go to their concert every year. One year, I think it was in 2009, I got the chance to see them three times in one year. That was a great year, especially because I got to meet the lead singer, Scooter Ward. When I was standing next to him, I could not speak but I knew I had to say something. All I said was, " Your Scooter Ward. I want to thank you for makeing your music, especially 13 Ways to Bleed on Stage. That album changed my life." He replied  "Thank you, That means a lot to me. We do it for the love of music and hope that it moves people emotionally, like it has for you." Then we embraced in a big hug. That night was an amazing night, the show was fantastic and meeting Scooter Ward was unimaginable. It was a night I will never forget.


Vocabulary:
Constant (adj)- Continually occuring
Inspirational (adj)- Of or relating to inspiration.
Altered (v)- To change or make different; modify
Emotionally (adj)- Of or relating to emotion:
Embraced (v)- To clasp or hold close with the arms, usually as an expression of affection
Unimaginable (adj)- Difficult or impossible to believe

Matching:
(Match the vocabulary word with its synonym)
1.Unimaginable                                               ________ Hugged
2.Altered                                                        ________ Continuous
3.Constant                                                      ________ Inconcievable
4.Embraced                                                    ________ Changed
5.Inspirational                                                 ________ Passionately
6.Emotionally                                                   ________ Stimulating

Grammar Points:
In class we talked about adjectives. An adjective is a word that modifies or describes a noun. Please use four vocabulary words and six of your own adjectives to explain a moment in time where you were your happiest.

Spiderlord

I know the title of this blog may scare some of you, but this is a name of a band. My friends band. They have such a distinct sound; it is metal/rock music but it different from anything else I have ever heard. My friend, James, is the singer and main guitar player. He is so talented but and he doesn't even know it. He is the most modest person when it comes to his music, more humbled then any other musician I have ever met. I have seen them play once and I was blown away by their stage presence and their confidence in their music. Everyone in the crowd cheered and loved the show. I can not wait for them to play again so that I can go and support them. Spiderlord is constantly working on new music and I think they are set to get signed with a record deal really soon. I wish all the best for them and believe that they have something new and exciting to bring to rock music.The ride they are about to embark on will surely bring some serious head banging to metal lovers around NY.

Vocabulary:
Modest (adj)-Having or showing a moderate estimation of one's own talents, abilities, and value.
Humbled (adj)-Showing deferential or submissive respect
Constantly (adj)-Continually occurring; persistent
Believe (v)-To expect or suppose
Embark (v)-To set out on a venture
Serious (adj)-Grave in quality or manner


Matching:
(Match the vocabulary word with its opposite meaning)
1. Modest                                                              ___Commence
2. Embark                                                              ___Doubt
3. Humbled                                                            ___Arrogant
4. Serious                                                               ___Prideful
5. Constantly                                                          ___Minor
6. Believe                                                               ___Rarely

Grammar Points:
I hope you enjoyed this blog. Please take a moment to write a paragraph about something you believe in or something that inspires you, use at least two words from this blog.

Three Days Grace....

Music is everything. It can change your mood, can inspire you and it can move you emotionally and physically. It is truly a wonderful feeling when you connect to a sound, song, melody, or beat. To reference my first blog, Chris Cornell is a genius, and his voice moves me. This blog I will focus on another band that I enjoy very much, they are called Three Days Grace. I was looking for upcoming concerts on Ticketmaster and to my delight they are going to be playing a show in New Jersey.  I have never seen them in concert so it will definitely be a great show for me. The first time seeing a band play live is always exciting. In relation to Chris Cornell, they have a harder sound and much more rock/metal then Chris Cornell; although they are comparable and in somewhat of the same genre of music as Audioslave. This time I was determined not to miss out, I wanted tickets as soon as possible before they sell out. I asked my friend Wendy and she agreed to go with me. I got the tickets, it will be an exciting night and I am looking forward to finally seeing Three days Grace live in concert.


Vocabulary:
Inspire (v)- To affect, guide, or arouse by divine influence.
Reference (n)- A note in a publication referring the reader to another passage or source.
Genius (n)- A person of extraordinary intellect and talent
Delight (n)- Something that gives great pleasure or enjoyment
Comparable (n)- Similar or equivalent
Genre (n)- A category of artistic composition, as in music or literature, marked by a distinctive style, form, or content

Fill in the blank
1. Music was always her _________.
2. A leader ___________ by example.
3. The bottle of water was ___________ in price to the soda bottle.
4. her professor was a __________ in her eyes.
5. The book she had chosen to read was in the __________ of non-fiction.
6. Tom __________ an article he had previously read to explain his paper.

Grammar Points
This post referred to the feelings, emotionally and physically, that a person can have from listening to music. Please use the vocabulary words to create a song or poem that reflects how you feel about music. you must use at least three of the vocabulary words for full credit.

Chris Cornell!!!!

My name is Gila, I am currently working towards my Masters degree in education at Molloy college. When I am not doing school work or working as a makeup artist, I listen to rock music and love going to live concerts. The other day a friend called me with amazing news, one of my favorite musicians is coming in concert for an acoustic show in April.  This would be a great opportunity to go see him play. His name is Chris Cornell, and to me he has the most beautiful voice in rock music. He is a true talent through and through. I have been listening to Chris Cornell since I was 14. He is the lead singer of the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave; he also has his own solo projects. He is one of the most talented rock musician of my time. His voice is so distinct, always filled with passion with a soulful sound. I have seen him preform three times thus far and every time he comes to New York, I try to get tickets. So that day was a good day, it was the best news I had recieved all day. I knew we had to get tickets. Once I got home, I logged on the computer to order our tickets. With my friend on the phone, I anxiously searched through Ticketmaster to find them. To our dismay the tickets were already sold out. My heart sunk and my dreams of watching Chris Cornell once a close reality, shattered in the matter of moments. I guess I will wait until the next tour.

Vocabulary:

Solo (noun)- any performance, as a dance, by one person.

Talented (adjective)-having talent or special ability; gifted.

Distinct (adjective)-distinguishing or perceiving clearly
Passion (noun)-any powerful or compelling emotion or feeling, as love or hate.

Received (adjective)- generally or traditionally accepted;
Opportunity (noun)- an appropriate or favorable time or occasion
Anxiously (adjective)- uneasy and apprehensive about an uncertain event or matter; worried.

Fill in the blank:
1. The meeting offered an __________ to exchange ideas.
2. The girl gave her mother a hug with great _____________.
3. Tim _______ a letter from his brother while in school.
4. Rachel keeps her private life and her professional life _________ from one another.
5. He used to sing with a partner, but now he sings ________.
6. Jack has a very ________ dog; it can walk backwards while holding a Frisbee. 
7. I spent the day __________ waiting for my test result.

Grammar Points:
There are several descriptive words in this paragraph. We have learned that an adjective is a word imputing a characteristic to a noun or pronoun. Find at least three descriptive words and use them in a paragraph of your own.