Flower Power
When writing the story entitled ROC Music, my reflections took me further to look at the cultural, political and evolutionary context of the 1960s. Setting the scene The Office of the Historian states “The Cuban
Manda’s Dozen Highland Discs
Manda, whose name is an abbreviation of a given Sanskrit name that means ‘river of love’, takes us on a journey from rural Essex, to Blackpool, Newcastle, Liverpool, the Lake District, Hebden Bridge, India and
ROC music
These reflections are intended as an exploration of ROC’s talks on Music, and comments from Craig Gibsone during the Celebrations of the Founders during the 60th Birthday events in November 2022. ROC as Musician It
Celebrating the spirit of music in so many ways
Sunday Taizé Singing is a highlight in any week for many Community members but coming together on 13th November 2022 as part of the 60th Birthday Celebrations made it even more special. Later
Harp and Bass Concert – with Green backing
Two visitors brought a very special gift to the 60th Birthday Celebrations which is taking collaboration with Nature onto a whole new level. Duo Keryda, two French musicians, happened to be in the area during
Hans Poulsen – Troubadour
The following article is a wonderful description of Hans Poulsen's many achievements. The author, Graeme Brown, gave us his kind permission to use his article in our collective autobiography. Thank You! Graeme wrote: "Hans [was]
Honouring Hans Poulsen
Hans Poulsen 1974 photo by Kathy Thormod We have just heard that Hans Poulsen has died in February 2023. Loving tributes on the One Incredible Family Facebook group honour him for the way
Musical Reflections
MUSICAL REFLECTIONS My joining meeting in 1977 was conducted by two musicians Doug Genovia and Gillian Lubach. As I was leaving, Doug asked what sort of guitar I had. “Gibson Les Paul,” I replied. He
The New Troubadours
THE NEW TROUBADOURS The community’s first-ever musical band was The New Troubadours, which emerged in 1971 from Friday fun nights at which people would act, sing and tell stories. David Spangler and guitarist Milenko Matanovic
Music As Cultural Glue
Music As Cultural Glue Findhorn has always attracted quality community musicians as well as international stars. I think people are drawn here partly for the music. Music is powerful cultural glue and is also a
