10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 4
I wouldn’t normally describe myself as a heavy metal aficionado. That said, I love these guys from Mongolia. For me, … Continue reading 10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 4
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10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 3
As a graduate student in ethnomusicology, one of my assigned readings was Seize the Dance! by Michelle Kisliuk (1998). Kisliuk … Continue reading 10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 3
10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 2
For today’s post, I am turning to my homeland, Canada, and its rich indigenous heritage. Like many other aspects of … Continue reading 10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 2
10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 1
As an ethnomusicologist, one of the great joys of my life is discovering new artists performing music in different styles. … Continue reading 10 Days, 10 Countries, 10 Songs: Day 1
A Christmas Memory
In third grade, I was attending a small school in rural Saskatchewan. I had a great teacher, and I liked … Continue reading A Christmas Memory
Oxford Half
When I was in university I did a teaching placement in Warman, Saskatchewan. The teacher I was placed with was … Continue reading Oxford Half
Winnipeg
I moved my family to Winnipeg in the dead of winter. There were many reasons for this decision, but coming … Continue reading Winnipeg
What do the US and Eritrea have in Common?
Every year, the month of April brings one of the year’s greatest annoyances. Let me explain… I was born in … Continue reading What do the US and Eritrea have in Common?
Talking to Strangers
In Canada, we’re taught “stranger danger” from a very young age. It’s deeply ingrained in our consciousness that talking to … Continue reading Talking to Strangers
Pamiri Aush
Last Friday I learned how to make Pamiri aush, homemade noodle soup. This vegan dish may be served at lunch … Continue reading Pamiri Aush
Other Side of the Mountains 