Ariel Harwood-Jones

May you find yourself surrounded by love, joy, and hope. Merry Christmas.

"Art is work. The fact that people do it out of love, or self-expression, or political commitment, doesn’t make it any less so. ... Even if you don’t have a boss, and even if you do not hate it, it is work. ... Art has value. It ought to have financial value." https://lithub.com/we-need-to-treat-artists-as-workers-no/

I realize that it has been quite awhile since I last posted anything. For my birthday back in June, if my memory serves. Sadly, that’s because there has not been much change in the past four months. I have been lucky enough to successfully perform at a few services, but there have been no concerts for singers, and no choirs. Fortunately, I am blessed with a wonderful boyfriend who not only sings and plays the organ, but who also knows audio and video editing. Here’s a little ...something we did together (He did most of the work. I just sang.) https://youtu.be/IJOKs7e4G74

It's almost my birthday. One week tomorrow. There is a trend these days to ask for support to a charity in lieu of gifts. I too would like to do that, but unfortunately my charity doesn't register with Facebook, although donors can still receive tax receipts through Canada Helps. In lieu of gifts for my birthday, I would prefer donations to my Early Music ensemble. We will need all the help we can get to restart once this pandemic allows us to resume activities. To make a donation, please follow this link, and select 5-Musical Meditations in the drop down menu: https://www.canadahelps.org//new-st-james-presbyterian-ch/

The COVID-19 virus has impacted the creative community around the world. Show support for your favourite creators. Sound Cloud has now provided a way for artists to receive support directly from their fans, in my case, through Pay Pal.

With most of us now staying at home, if you're wondering what to do, you can spend a few minutes and vote for me! https://fclma.ca/voting/vote/awards

Wow!! I have been nominated in the Vocal Solo category for the Forest City London Music Awards! Cast your vote now: https://fclma.ca

Happy Birthday to Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, who turned 76 yesterday!

Posted a new song: "Öffne dich, mein ganzes Herze - BWV61" https://www.reverbnation.com/q/7m1g6u