My family are from Greece (2 generations ago). My father is from Winnipeg. I was born and raised in Michigan. I spent my childhood summers in what is now Thunder Bay, Ontario. Later, my family made the journey to Stratford, for the plays. Crossing the border from the US into Canada instantly brought a feeling of peace for me. It was in Canada that my love for the British Isles was born; most of my Greek grandparents' friends were from Scotland, England or Ireland. To this day, the sound of bagpipes is as moving to me as the sound of my own, Greek music. Anyway, this is a lovely website. I really love Loreena's music and look forward to learning and hearing more. I currently live in California. I'm 57 years old, a jazz and classical pianist.
Posts: 22 | Location: Northern California | Registered: March 31, 2007
Originally posted by L.O.G.: Hello from Greece, Matina! While I was reading your post the melody of Yanni’s music piece called “Nostalgia” came in my mind and I would like to dedicate it to you! Any plans to visit Greece in the near future? Do you have any relatives here? It was a pleasure to meet you in this wonderful community! Take care! “Na eisai panta kala!” On behalf of L.O.G. Hijo de la luna
P.s. In case you want to make some practice with the Greek language you are welcome to visit our "digital home" at www.filomatheia.blogspot.com !
Dear Hijo, Thanks for your reply; L.O.G. sounds really interesting, and I thank you for forwarding information on them. Please allow me a little time to become more facile regarding navigating this site. I definitely want to re-learn Greek! Take care! Na eisai panta kala! Matina.
Posts: 22 | Location: Northern California | Registered: March 31, 2007
Originally posted by giannis: hi matina.thank's for the message.if i can help you with greek or not music i realy want to help you.my name is giannis(means john) and i'm 22 years old.with the best wishes,giannis.
Dear Giannis, I'm sorry I did not reply sooner. I am new to posting replies, etc., and just learning how to navigate this technically. I'm 57 years old. Best wishes, Giannis, and stay in touch. Matina.
Posts: 22 | Location: Northern California | Registered: March 31, 2007
Originally posted by Peppercat: Welcome Matina! Still amazes me how people so different from places just as different seem to unite through Loreena's music.
Cheers!~
-PePPer
Thanks for the letter. I love Loreena's music. This is such a beautiful community of people. Matina.
Posts: 22 | Location: Northern California | Registered: March 31, 2007
Hale and well met. I envy you having being able to transit borders from US to Canada. I presume it was to the east coast of Canada.
Regards Gudgenby
Hello, I hope this reply reaches you! I am new to posting, and in fact have never participated in any online communities anywhere. But, I love Loreena's music, which resonates on so many levels for me. I love Canada, too. I am a musician and play the piano. I hope all is well with you! Matina.
Posts: 22 | Location: Northern California | Registered: March 31, 2007
Hello from Greece, Matina! While I was reading your post the melody of Yanni’s music piece called “Nostalgia” came in my mind and I would like to dedicate it to you! Any plans to visit Greece in the near future? Do you have any relatives here? It was a pleasure to meet you in this wonderful community! Take care! “Na eisai panta kala!” On behalf of L.O.G. Hijo de la luna
P.s. In case you want to make some practice with the Greek language you are welcome to visit our "digital home" at www.filomatheia.blogspot.com !
Posts: 10 | Location: Athens,Gorgogiri,Greece | Registered: January 18, 2008
Hello, Giannis! Thanks for the reply! I used to speak Greek pretty well, since we went to Greek School at church every weekday when I was a child. Now, I am very, very rusty in speaking. Are you now living in Greece? Are you a student there? I had not checked for messages on Loreena's website, but will try do so more regularly. This is really amazing to meet such lovely and caring people! Thank you! Matina
Posts: 22 | Location: Northern California | Registered: March 31, 2007
hi matina.thank's for the message.if i can help you with greek or not music i realy want to help you.my name is giannis(means john) and i'm 22 years old.with the best wishes,giannis.
