13 May 2010
This leap of faith was then diverted by an unexpected journey to Eymet (France) to create a new home in a delightful village, both a tranquil and a healing place. It is the perfect place to write and to regenerate.

The intention is still to continue with the development of performances of the sopolyrimu, but gradually including dance as well as improvised music and the use of projected images that embellish the story or the feelings of the sopolyrimu being performed. A further intention is to create the fourth CD of sopolyrimu with an ensemble of musicians. This will take some time to get off the ground, although several musicians have expressed an interest in being involved. Ken Barnes of Savage Bean Productions (previously of NHK) made a video of one of the 90 minute performances in London, with improvised violin, but this is still to be edited. After it has been edited the video will be put onto YouTube and Last.fm.

I have recently completed Volume 6 of the Sopolyrimu (Songs off the Horizon) and am currently working on Volume 7, to be called Songs from under the Pump. However, my main focus now is working on another work of prose-poetry to be called D-tours (or one man's final 100 years, more or less), which may take at least 5 years to complete. (See web site for Aurora Nova Publishing). Volume 3 (Songs like fallen Apples) will be published by i-Universe in late 2010.

Leap of Faith Tour: Jump 1

It happened on October 31, as planned, and after very rewarding rehearsals with the in-demand violinist, Mardyah Tucker. Not a packed house, but the 90 minute non-stop experience was rewarding for everyone who came, and possibly exhausting too. The event was filmed and some of that footage may be on youtube later, but certainly here in the blog.

Now starting make to make plans for a CD with sopolyrimu set to the input of an ensemble, including violin, cello/bass, guitar, piano and percussion. Early stages yet, but exciting ideas. After that, the plan calls for the incorporation of dance. It's a big hill to climb but usually the view from on top of big hills more than rewards the effort of climbing them.

Next Jump is on November 22.

Sopolyrimu in Performance - Amadeus Centre flyer

NOW AVAILABLE: Download flyer regarding the first UK Sopolyrimu in Performance events at the Amadeus Centre

Now talking with a venue local to where I live and a 'social enterprise' supporting community in South Africa. The Lexi Cinema, a perfect auditorium for me. Take a look.

Late breaking news! Sopolyrimu in Performance sessions are now locked in.

Venue:
The Amadeus Centre (Little Venice), Maida Vale, London W9 (Directions)

Performing with Mardyah Tucker (improvised violin & viola)

Dates/Times:
Saturday October 31, 2:30 - 4:00PM
Sunday November 22, 2:30 - 4:00PM

Maximum number of tickets per session: 170

For further information and to buy tickets, download pdf (booking information) or contact me via my web site

First performance dates have been booked at the Amadeus Centre in Little Venice, Maida Vale, London W9. Dates are: October 31 & November 22. Times will be advised later, as well as how to make a booking.





Presently staying 30 minutes north of Central London, at Loudwater Farm just outside Rickmansworth, Herts.

NEW CD! Love's victory or just desserts

August 14 2009: This new CD was released onto Last.fm today. Find it here and listen free.

The CD is made up of a selection of 13 sopolyrimu from the fourth volume, entitled Songs along the pipeline. Eleven of the tracks are supported by music, and two are stand-alone voice. All the tracks are read by the author Marcus M Cornelius.

The CD is available for download from i-Tunes.

More information at the author's website.