Tag Archives: music

What Do You Think About Bards?

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

So, we asked various characters what they thought of Bards.  Let’s see what they said: Luke Callindor–  Entertaining and they seem to like me.  Probably because of the last name and my adventures help them get money. Nyx–  Nice way … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Writing Bards in Fiction

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

So, you want to add some local flavor and history without an info dump done by a spectral narrator.  Nothing too much, but you have some stories to tell.  The heroes have no idea since they never studied and the … Continue reading →

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What’s the Purpose of a Bard?

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

This week, I’m going to talk about Ichabod Brooks’s favorite type of people: BARDS!  I kind of started last week with the Ye Olde Shoppe post, but there’s that pesky weekend in the way.  Now, a Bard is an interesting … Continue reading →

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Marco’s Musical Mart: Glockenspiels Always On Sale

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome and how many glockenspiels would you like?  Not interested in our popular seller?  We get that a lot ever since the Glockenspiel Garage opened up down the road and specialized.  Thankfully, we’re not a niche seller and have plenty … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & the Jester Flute

Posted on May 9, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Slapping a few gold coins on the bar, Ichabod Brooks helps himself to a mug of ale and the last bowl of an old stew. He cautiously sniffs at the reheated meal a few times before taking a tiny bite, … Continue reading →

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Pre-Order Amanda on the Danube: The Sound of Music #asmsg #childrensbook

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Coming October 1st!  The much anticipated 5th volume in the Amanda adventure series! Twelve-year-old Amanda Ross finds herself on an elegant riverboat with her bestie, Leah, cruising down the beautiful Danube, passing medieval castles, luscious green valleys and charming villages. … Continue reading →

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Ode to the Music Man

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

This poem has a small backstory.  Wrote it years ago after someone I knew had passed away at a young age.  He was a talented musician and this poem came to me soon after I saw the news on FB. … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere Heroes (And Queen Trinity) Theme Songs!

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

So, we have 9 videos for 9 characters and all for your entertainment.  Watch the ones you want or just take a while to get through it if you want.  This is all for fun.  You can give your own … Continue reading →

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Still Alive!

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

This has been an exhausting week.  Seriously, my head is still spinning and, at the writing of this post, I’m not sure what happened.  Events, appointments, working, cleaning, cooking, and . . . stuff.  I really hate to dive into … Continue reading →

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Cheers for the Bad Guy?

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

(Pandora is really giving me some odd songs to work with here.) Cute psycho with a mallet Mouthy assassin with the body count Murderous in their debuts Casual in their sins Overshadowing the heroes With antics off the wall Yet … Continue reading →

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