Jazz is probably one of the most daunting genres of music, in addition to being one of the hardest to initially appreciate simply due to the vastness of so many musicians discographies. Here are a few essentials for anybody who wants an easy (and varied) introduction to the many different styles of jazz music.

The Introduction: Kind of Blue - Miles Davis

The jazz album for people who dont like jazz, Kind of Blue is so easy to appreciate that people often disregard just how great a record it is. Taking influence from the modal form of band-leading that was gaining popularity in the late 1950s, Miles Davis assembled a handful of some of the very best jazz musicians (Coltrane, Adderley, Evans) to create a moody masterpiece that remains a fantastic introduction to jazz.

Best Tracks: Blue in Green, So What.

Easy Listening: Idle Moments - Grant Green / Saxophone Colossus - Sonny Rollins

These two records are highly underrated as far as comfy, engaging and relaxing jazz albums go. Though both Green and Rollins were technically proficient masters of their respective instruments, both Idle Moments and Saxophone Colossus allow for the whole band to shine on every track rather than focusing on show-off performances or experimentalism. Simply put, these are two very easily listenable albums, and two of the best of the swing era of jazz.

Best Tracks (Green): Django, Idle Moments

Best Tracks (Rollins): Blue 7, St. Thomas

Getting Experimental: A Love Supreme - John Coltrane/ Karma - Pharaoh Sanders

The spiritual, insane and fiery performances on both of these records are real highlights of jazz music as a whole. A Love Supreme in particular is a record in which every single musician is at the top of their game; the drum fills, piano interludes and lengthy expressive saxophone solos are absolutely mind-blowing every time I listen to it.

Best Tracks: All of it - really.

Karma, on the other hand, manages to showcase Sanders ability to find new voicings on the saxophone, playing in his typically unrestrained and aggressive style for upwards of 30 minutes on the first track. The sheer passion that both Coltrane and Sanders manage to express remains incredible, both of these albums being essential jazz listening.

Best Track: The Creator Has a Master Plan.

Something Fierce: Black Saint and the Sinner Lady - Charles Mingus

An absolutely insane jazz-ballet concept album that provided commentary on spirituality, racism and Mingus own emotional problems, Black Saint and the Sinner Lady is one of the most defining statements in all of jazz music. Though frequently aggressive and furious in its performances, the music has a real sense of tranquillity that makes it an enjoyable but still challenging record that invites repeated listens.

Best Tracks: All of it!

Free Jazz and the Avant-Garde: The Shape of Jazz to Come - Ornette Coleman

Ornette Coleman was at the forefront of the free jazz movement, a style that looked to break free from the traditional western musical scales and play in a more unhinged and free manner. Though the dissonance and atonality of The Shape of Jazz to Come is not always pleasant to listen to, it remains one of the most important jazz albums ever created for its approach to experimentalism and improvisation.

Best Tracks: Lonely Woman, Peace.

Jazz-Fusion: Bitches Brew - Miles Davis / Hot Rats - Frank Zappa

Probably among the most controversial jazz records ever conceived, Bitches Brew is an epic in every sense of the word. Clocking in at nearly two hours long, this album is a complex mess featuring just about every instrument possible, brewed together with the insane ambition of a man who truly wanted to push the boundaries of what defines jazz. Though certainly not easy listening by any means, Bitches Brew is absolutely essential listening to anybody interested in experimental music and jazz in general.

Best Tracks: Miles Runs the Voodoo Down, Spanish Key.

Hot Rats is yet another completely off-the-wall jazz fusion record, with Zappa blending in disparate influences from rock music, do-wop, classical and the avant-garde to create an album that is as impressive as it is completely ridiculous. The guitar solos delivered by Zappa himself are absolutely mind-blowing, as is the unhinged and insane vocal contribution from Captain Beefheart on the second track.

Best Tracks: Peaches En Regalia, Willie the Pimp.

Other Essential Jazz Tracks:Goodbye Pork Pie Hat- Charles Mingus Ruby My Dear- Thelonious Monk Moaning- Art Blakely Autumn Leaves- Cannonball Adderly The Girl from Ipanema- Stan Getz, Joao Gilberto

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This Saturday, May 27th from 4pm until late into the night, An Lanntair in Stornoway will be opening its doors for a one-off, one-day festival of music.

The On The Level festival will take over the entire building in a series of gigs and special events.

The event forms part of the Creative Place Awards project, Bealach, and is about celebrating talent from the Outer Hebrides.

Enjoy nine hours of live music, as well as games, DJs and surprise events as part of On The Level: a curious music festival at An Lanntair.

For just 8 in advance and 10 on the door, music lovers can experience a festival that has been specially curated to showcase some of the best in local music as well as making the most of An Lanntairs various seldom-seen nooks and crannies.

On Level One, enjoy some quiet(ish) tunes and maybe a bite to eat from our special (and portable) festival menu; head to Level Two to sample the acts who like to keep it loud; or, if you fancy sitting back and relaxing with a drink then try out our chill out zone on Level Three, where live DJs will be playing everything from hip-hop, to electronic music, to ear-worm pop, all day long.

And then theres the surprising and oh-so hush-hush mystery room

Performing on the day will be:

Lewis-born Miss Irenie Rose who, in 2013, was nominated for Best Newcomer in the SAMAs, and in 2014 reached the semi-finals of the BBC2 Young Folk Musician of the Year. Irenie will perform the timeless songwriting that has drawn comparisons to the likes of Joni Mitchell and Carole King.

Alternative rock/punk trio Black Cub, whose energetic live performances and unique songwriting style have earned them a number of high profile support slots with bands such as Palma Violets and Public Service Broadcasting, and a mainstage slot at HebCelt.

The Howling Lords with their fuzzy, gritty blues, tough riffs, primal drums and raw vocal delivery.

Sing-songwriter Eleanor Nicolson, who was described by The Scotsman as one of Scotlands most promising acts.

Seldom Few, a Lewis band who like to keep it loud and have been shortlisted for Scottish Album of the Year Awards 2017.

Composer and musician Jess Danz, known for her finely crafted and haunting songwriting, whose solo material includes combinations of voice, violin, piano and lyre.

Some Random Guy (alter-ego of Lewis local Rod Morrison) with his brand of grungy, electronic, 80s-worthy pop

Edinburgh three piece Miss Universe, whose moody vocals, skilful musicianship and carefully-crafted songwriting place them somewhere between The Strokes, Father John Misty and Leonard Cohen.

Barra native Neosa, combining the troubadour soul of Bruce Springsteen with the pop sensibilities of ELO to create songs that are simply impossible not to like. Coupled with a live band of staggeringly talented musicians, this is one artist whos always sure to show you a good time.

And Stornoways Mother Night, playing what they describe as Pagan Pop, a brand of electronica that straddles the line between catchy dance anthems and freaky psychedelia. Though a relative newcomer to the local scene, Mother Nights unique sound has already secured them gigs as far afield as London.

RUNNING ORDER

Level One

4pm - 4:30pm: Eleanor Nicolson

5:10pm - 5:40pm: Miss Universe

6:25pm - 7pm: Jess Danz

7:55pm - 8:35pm: Some Random Guy

9:30pm - 10:15pm: Irenie Rose

Level Two

4:35pm - 5:05pm: Neosa

5:45pm - 6:20pm: Black Cub

7:05pm - 7:50pm: Seldom Few

8:40pm - 9:25pm: The Howling Lords

10:20pm - 11pm: Mother Night

11pm 1am: DJs

Level Three

DJs all day

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One day music festival at An Lanntair - Stornoway Gazette

By David KelleyGuest column

Making a recent surprise birthday visit to my dad involved spending eight hours of driving in one day. Eight hours driving to South Arkansas and back. Not bad really, as the trip involves driving through some quite beautiful country forests, some pasture land, more forests, and a lot of pine trees. A lot of pine trees. Not too bad of a trip, though, when there is Sirius Radio and the 70s on 7 Channel to bring back all those wonderful (?) memories of high school and the beginning of college.

Listening to one hit wonders and bands that have continued into this century got me doing some thinking about music in general. Hearing Neil Sedaka do Laughter in the Rain, followed by Billy Preston, followed by someone who I thought was dead (pretty much all the female disco singers), followed by ABBA (laugh if you will but their vocal harmony is superb), impressed upon me the importance, the value, the significance of music in our lives.

I associate so much of my lifes actions with songs or bands. One of my chief recollections of my senior year in high school is the fact that I had more Deep Purple tapes than anyone else. Eight track tapes to those interested in ancient history. Ah, the joy of having a song interrupted halfway through while the track changed!

As the years went by and I entered this realm called Professional Life, my musical tastes went through an evolution, just as I did. Teaching in various schools, working in a psychiatric facility and several substance abuse facilities all made an impact on my musical interests. One thing I noticed early on was the influence music had on the environment, the classroom. I began playing Classical, specifically the Baroque, for my students and I was impressed by the effect. They would listen, attend to the music, ask questions about the composer, the instruments. This lead to discussions about the history of era, the culture, other aspects. We would talk about Bach, about Handel, about Mozart, about the different styles within Classical. Amazing what playing one of Bachs Orchestral Suites can provoke.

One of my obsessions in life is Tailgating. And one of the critical aspects of Tailgating is the music. Yes, the music. At our gatherings at Arrowhead Stadium we have been serenaded with Classic Rock, with Heavy Metal, with some stuff I really cant label as I have no idea what it really is, although I have a secret hope that it is never played again. One of the best and most enjoyable discussions at a game was which was Led Zeppelins best album. Forget the politics and alleged important issues of the day, Led Zeppelins best album was debated for about an hour. Personally, I voted for their third. But we all did agree that each album had its own merits.

Music. Incredible the memories it can recall. The experiences in our lives associated with a song, a band, a particular melody.

I have this fervent desire that the entire world be presented with the playing of Air on the G String, the second part to Bachs Orchestral Suite Number 3. Just think of what it would be like, all over the world, the entire population hearing what I consider the most soothing, the most relaxing, the most comforting piece of music ever composed. For those few glorious minutes everyone stop, listen, and enjoy. Such is the power of music.

David Kelley lives in Fort Smith. He is founder, and sole member, of The Grill Party, is a Kansas City Chiefs season ticket holder and is the Official Grill Master for his regular tailgating crew at Arrowhead Stadium. He is currently working on a degree in Rhetoric/Creative Writing from UAFS. To participate as a columnist in the Times Records Community Matters series, email Executive Editor Mardi Taylor, mtaylor@swtimes.com.

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Quick Take: While not for everyone, Eventide: Slavic Fable fills a niche market and does it well. Interfaces provide easy to learn play and puzzles that are just challenging enough without going overboard.

Eventide: Slavic Fable, from developer Artifex Mundi, is their latest entry in a long line of puzzle and hidden object games. Based in Poland, the developer has made these types of games their focus and many players of all ages enjoy them throughout the world. This time, players take the role of a young botanist whose grandmother has requested her help at Heritage Park, where she has been caretaker for years. Heritage Park is a very special place where humans and mythical creatures live in harmony. Full of incredibly painted and beautiful scenes, and an interesting story, Eventide: Slavic Fable is a must for gamers who just want to relax and take their time.

Set in a world full of actual Slavic mythology, Eventide: Slavic Fable can even be called a teaching tool in many ways. I know I learned much about the stories and characters of a culture that I honestly knew very little of beforehand. The story is driven by the player characters grandmother being abducted before her arrival. The fairy tale creatures your grandmother took care of and supported are unsure what to do, and it falls on you to put the pieces together and solve the mystery. Find your Baba (grandma) and save the creatures of Heritage Park.

The gameplay is simple in Eventide: Slavic Fable. Players should have no problem using the controller like a mouse to point and select various objects, opening and closing things, looking for keys and other items, anything you can pick up can eventually be useful. There are varying degrees of difficulty though if you are hunting for a challenge. Players are provided a hint flower on a timer; this item will tell you where to go next every few minutes if you are stuck. It can help to solve puzzles or just get you back on the right path for the story to progress. Checking the provided map is always useful if you want to avoid cheating with the flower. Not just a scavenger hunt, there are many different types of puzzles throughout Eventide: Slavic Fable. Some of them were a real brain bender for me. There are also collectible cards, with fun information about the many mythical creatures to find scattered about. Also keep an eye out for hidden collectible flowers.

The graphics in the many painted screens are, as I said, very artistic and beautiful. The high detail made item hunting a great challenge at times. The cut scenes are not as well done; the graphics are older looking, the movements are very basic and low quality, but they do the job of progressing the story well enough. The music in Eventide: Slavic Fable is relaxing and fits the scenes, but voice audio is lower quality than some may be used to. Given that the puzzles and item hunting is the core draw, this was acceptable to me and didnt put me off of Eventide: Slavic Fable. I really enjoyed the great characters, and the fact that they are based on actual mythology is even better. The story of the kidnapped grandma isnt very original, but Artifex Mundis writers did a great job keeping it interesting and flowing well. I was very satisfied by the end of the tale.

While not for everyone, Eventide: Slavic Fable fills a niche market and does it well. Interfaces provide easy-to-learn play and puzzles that are just challenging enough without going overboard. Eventide: Slavic Fable isnt very long, at about 6-7 hours to complete, depending on how well you are at finding hidden items and solving the puzzles. Most of the time is spent going screen to screen, backtracking to use an item you just found. A players memory must be solid to avoid using the hint flower. This item does allow anyone of any skill level to enjoy Eventide: Slavic Fable though. At a MSRP of $9.99, pick up Eventide: Slavic Fable and enjoy a relaxing day of learning and hunting, see how good your eyesight and puzzle solving skills are. Be a detective and save your Baba. You may just learn something too.

Eventide: Slavic Fable is available now on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. This review is based on a PS4 code provided by that purpose.

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A study from New Mexico State University found that 20-minute naps at school can have benefits for high schoolers and college students.

Ray Bogan, Fox News , KIDY 1:28 PM. CDT May 18, 2017

LAS CRUCES, NM - Between studying, work and clinicals, Sabrina Romero is busy becoming a nurse. But Romero has struggled with anxiety over the last year because of an increased workload and the death of her sister.

And with figuring out how to control my anxiety related to what happened with my life and also with school. The sleep pod helped me a lot to relax myself, Romero said.

Romero says taking 20-minute naps in the EnergyPod has decreased her anxiety and increased her test scores.

The sleep pod helped me to calm down and focus on the questions and what its asking me and do my best, Romero said.

Participants get in the EnergyPod and close the barrier. For 20 minutes, they sleep to relaxing music and mellow lighting.

When the cycle is over, they are woken up by vibrations and louder, more intense music.

These teens are coming to school exhausted. Theyre falling asleep in school, theyre falling asleep in gym, theyre becoming obese, theyre not exercising. So, here, if they can [spend] 20 minutes in a nap to rejuvenate, its better than nothing.

After participants used the EnergyPod, researchers found that there was a big difference in high schoolers mood, but not a big difference in their vital signs. But preliminary findings show there is a big difference in college students vital signs.

Those are objective findings. Its really hard to fake a pulse or fake respiration, so that was very significant for us.

Nurses believe if nothing else, the nap is a 20-minute disconnect from electronics.

Participants slept for 20 minutes to get refreshed, but any longer can put them in a deep sleep and lead to grogginess and more fatigue.

The university says their program is also gaining attention from schools all around the country.

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Weekend Magazine: You were born in the United Kingdom before you relocated to the United States. How much has being away from Nigeria influenced your style of music?

Demi Grace: The UK has influenced my idea on musical success. As a child in London, I was constantly listening to artists from the US. As an adult, I noticed I started to associate success with reach. If you were known in the US and the UK, then you have reach. I also listened to R&B and rock in London, so I developed an appreciation for multiple genres.

WM: If you grew up in Nigeria, do you think you would have still been a singer?

Grace: If you had asked me this question when I was fourteen years old, I probably would have said no. However, with what I know now about destiny, Im sure I would have found myself in music somehow, even if it was just a hobby.

WM: How encouraging were your parents to your dream of becoming an artist?

Grace: My parents became more supportive of my music as soon as I got my Bachelors Degree.

WM: Your songs have undertones of Afro-pop. How would you describe your kind of music?

Grace: I would describe my music as Pop.

WM: How did your career as a singer begin?

Grace: My career began in Los Angeles while pursuing a modeling career. I met Marc Littlejohn at a casting where he was managing a rock band at the time called A Warrior Nation. He asked if I wanted to sing back-up. Eager for experience, I agreed and sang back-up for the band during college.

WM: You have a racially diverse band presently. Is that intentional?

Grace: Its intentional for me to reflect racial diversity in my live shows because that is actually how I see the world. I grew up in cities that were racially diverse.

WM: What were your early influences in music?

Grace: TLC and Michael Jackson were my earliest musical influences that I can remember. Of course, I was influenced by many more artists, but those are the earliest images and sounds I can remember.

WM: You are passionate about empowering women. To what extent have you been able to achieve that?

Grace: I would like to think I have been able to empower women in my career thus far. Empowering women in the music industry is a journey, not a destination. Its something that I keep in mind when creating music, videos, fashion, and so on. I believe it is something that will motivate me through the rest of my career.

WM: In 2014 you released a track, We Are Not Alone dedicated to the missing Chibok school girls. Do you intend to do another song, especially now that some of the girls have been released?

Grace: I havent considered making another song in honor of their release, however, I am constantly following the progress of the girls any way I can and sharing it on my platform. I hope and pray that they are able to return to a progressive and positive life after what they have been through.

WM: You have worked with artists such as Davido and Banky W. How would you describe the experience?

Grace: Banky W. was lovely to work with. Hes a nice guy, a gentleman. I hosted a party with him in NYC. It was short lived but a pleasant and positive experience nonetheless. I opened for Davido at a concert in NYC, that was a very interesting experience too as it was my first time performing for a predominantly Nigerian crowd.

WM: What Nigerian artists do you look forward to collaborating with?

Grace: I really cant wait to work with Don Jazzy. Hes a genius and more than anything I can literally hear the fun hes having creating. I would also want to know what collaboration with Yemi Alade would sound like. I really like that she isnt afraid to be aggressive in her music.

WM: Aside featuring in advertisements for brands such as Chevrolet and Sephora, you recently modeled for Pantene Pro-V, a brand of hair care product owned by Procter and Gamble. Do you see yourself giving more time to modeling more than you do music?

Grace: I see myself eventually giving more time to music because that was my original purpose for modeling in the first place. Earlier in our interview when I told you I started my music career from a connection I made at a casting call for modeling, I saw that as an idea that I can continue to network and promote my brand as an artist through modeling. Both fields are connected, but the higher priority for me is music.

WM: How do you relax?

Grace: Ironically enough, I relax by listening to music created ten or more years prior to whichever day Im listening. I like to take trips down memory lane. Theres something very relaxing and euphoric in musical memories for me.

WM: What are you working on at the moment?

Grace: I am working on a few new single releases. What makes this project special to me is that my co-producer, Jay Karnell, and I are creating each song from scratch which Im not used to doing at all. I am also creating all of the graphics for each single. Challenging but exciting! The project should be fully released by the end of the summer.

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How to maintain mental focus

The technological advancements made in the 21st century have undoubtedly made life easier in many ways, but this golden age of gadgets has not come without some negative side effects. Thanks to the near-constant availability of the Internet and devices like smartphones and tablets, many men and women find it difficult to maintain their focus throughout the day. But while such distractions are never too far away, there are some ways to stay focused and productive.

Get more exercise. Studies have shown that exercise and improved mental focus are linked. In a 2013 analysis of 19 studies involving more than 500 children, teenagers and young adults, researchers found that exercise sessions between 10 and 40 minutes immediately boosted concentration and mental focus. That improvement might be a result of exercise increasing blood flow to the brain. Men and women who find themselves struggling to focus at work after lunchtime may benefit from incorporating some exercise, whether its a brief walk or a more strenuous workout, into their midday routines.

Perform breathing exercises. Nervousness is an oft-overlooked cause of loss of focus. When nervous, breath can become shallow and restricted, which can have a negative impact on the flow of oxygen to your brain, making it more difficult to concentrate. Professional athletes have long espoused to the virtues of breathing exercises as a means to calming their nerves, and professionals can follow suit. Some simple breathing exercises can help busy professionals multitask more effectively by helping them concentrate on the tasks at hand and overcome the distraction of having so much to do at one time.

Stay hydrated. A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that dehydration caused loss of focus and a sense of fatigue among women. While the loss of focus was considered insubstantial and the study only examined women, remaining hydrated throughout the day may make it easier to focus on work and other tasks throughout the day.

Get adequate sleep. One of the best ways to improve focus during the day is to make sure youre getting enough sleep at night. Sleep deprivation produces a host of negative consequences, not the least of which is its impact on cognitive functioning. Research has shown that sleep deprivation compromises alertness and concentration, making it more difficult to focus at work and tackle tasks that require deep analysis and thought. In addition, a survey from the National Sleep Foundation found that sleepdeprived men and women are less likely to exercise and eat healthy diets, each of which can boost mental acuity.

Focusing in todays atmosphere of constant distractions can be difficult, but men and women can overcome diversions by employing a handful of successful strategies aimed at improving concentration.

Aging Excellence

In May 2015, the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers changed its name to Aging Life Care Association (ALCA - aginglifecare.org) . Aging Life Care is a holistic, client-centered approach to caring for older adults facing on-going health challenges. Aging Excellence has always been a certified and proud member of this organization since its inception. Our Aging Life Care Professionals are certified health and human services specialist who act as a guide and an advocate for families who

live near or far and are caring for older relatives here in Maine. They provide the expertise and answers at a time of uncertainty and assist clients in attaining their maximum functional potential. The individuals independence is encouraged, while safety and security concerns are also addressed. Our Aging Life Care Professionals are able to address a broad range of issues related to the well-being of their client. They also have extensive knowledge about costs, quality, and availability of resources in Maine.

Think you need a hearing aid?

If you need or think you might need a hearing aid, you should call Mark Vail today hell test and evaluate you for the hearing aid you need in the comfort of your home and youll be happy with it.

By visiting people in their homes, Mark can make the best assessment of what the persons needs are. Sometimes, he visits people at their places of work because of concerns there. This attention to detail shows up in the low return rate he has.

You can reach Mark Vail at 284-9600 or toll free at 877-284-3400. Call today and youll be hearing better soon.

MassageCraft - CHRONIC PAIN?

We have the answer. Looking for relief from chronic pain that can actually improve your health? Reduce pain, sleep better, and increase your body awareness through massage, acupuncture, yoga and polarity. Strengthen your bodys own healing mechanism. Let the experienced staff at MassageCraft put you on the road to recovery. Our practitioners have over 75 years of combined experience in eastern and western massage techniques, acupuncture, yoga, and polarity.

Not sure whether you need acupuncture or massage? Choose acupuncture for pain complicated by digestive distress, menstrual issues, respiratory problems, anxiety or depression. Too sore for a back massage? Acupuncture can alleviate back pain with a few needles placed in the hands.

Are you feeling the effects of too many hours at the computer? Are golfing or gardening leaving a painful imprint on your body?

A deep tissue massage will work out the stiffness, soreness and knots. Your muscles will be longer, suppler, and you will be less prone to re-injury. Not to mention the positive effects both acupuncture and massage have on your sleep and stress levels.

MassageCraft & Acupuncture Clinic was established in 1991, with convenient locations in Biddeford and Old Orchard Beach. We accept workers compensation and some private insurance upon benefit verification. We offer corporate discounts to UNE, SMHC, and MBH. MORE WEEKEND OPENINGS AVAILABLE. Call 286- 8416 or 934-0849 for an appointment. And please visit us at our web site: http://www.massagecraft.com.

WHAT IS THE CAPE ELIZABETH HOME?

Were a private, not for profit residence offering seniors an attractive alternative to remaining in their own homes.

Who lives at the Home? Men and women seventy and above who are independent enough to care for their own personal needs - those not requiring assisted living or on site medical services.

What do we offer? That safe feeling you get from knowing others are close by... The helplfulness of our caring staff...The pleasures of chef-prepared meals...A warm and homey atmosphere...Laundry and housekeeping services, weekly activities...A residence custom-built with seniors needs in mind.

Conveniently located right across the bridge from Portland, near shopping, medical facilities.

Please call 799-4992 for more information - or better yet, why not arrange for a visit and personal tour of the Home? We look forward to meeting you.

Did you know?

Studies have shown that music can have a beneficial impact on both mental and physical health. In a meta-analysis of 400 studies, researchers at McGill University in Montreal found that music can reduce stress and boost the immune system. Thats because listening to music increases the bodys production of immunoglobin A, an antibody that plays an critical role in the function of the immune system and cells that attack viruses. A 2013 study even found that music can help children during visits to the emergency room. Researchers at the University of Alberta studied 42 children between the ages of 3 and 11, discovering that those who listened to relaxing music while having an IV inserted reported less pain than children who did not listen to music. In addition, children who listened to music during the adminstration of the IV exhibited less anguish than the children who did not listen to music. Healthcare workers even noted the ease of administering IVs to children who were listening to music compared to patients who were not listening to music.

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Dr. Ellies Health Tips:

Health Tip of the Month: The importance of the proper amount of sleep cannot be ignored. Yes, not getting enough sleep in a night results in a very tired day. But new research shows if your overall pattern of quality sleep is lacking, the negative impact on your health can be huge. According to the Journal of Neuroscience, without sufficient sleep, the neurons in the brain show signs of degeneration. Interestingly, catching up on sleep, like a weekend of sleeping in, does nothing to repair the damage. In the journal, Neurobiology of Aging, research shows that poor sleeping habits cause brain damage and even accelerate onset of Alzheimers disease. Sleep deprivation causes disruption of certain synaptic connections that can impair your brains ability for learning, memory formation, and other cognitive functions. Maintaining a natural rhythm of exposure to sunlight during the day and darkness at night is a crucial component of sleeping well. Suggestions for improving your sleep include keeping the temperature in your bedroom below 70 degrees F, and avoiding electromagnetic fields near your bed. This means that you have to keep cell phones and other wireless devices, like modems away from your bed.

Thought for the Month: Finish each day before you begin the next, and interpose a solid wall of sleep between the two. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Chiropractic Thought for the Month: The brain is the master controller of the body. If there is miscommunication between the brain and other parts of the body this can also impact your sleep. Chiropractors specialize in removing that miscommunication and helping your body function at its optimum. Many of our practice members report more restful sleep as one of the side effects of their chiropractic care!

For more information, call Rolnick Chiropractic at 207-283-1168 or check out our web page at http://www.rolnickchiropractic.com

Home Snuggers answers your questions about RetroFoam Insulation:

1) How much will it cost? It depends on your homes size, age, and configuration. The average is about $4,500 and Efficiency Maine pays about $1,200 of that for most customers. 2) How long does it take? Usually no more than a day or two, and its usually applied from outside. 3) How much will I save on my heat bill? That varies between different homes. We find 30% - 40% is common. 4) How does RetroFoam work? RetroFoam goes into the enclosed cavities and hidden gaps. It reduces outside drafts and

increases thermal resistance / R-values. 5) What else should I know? RetroFoam is eco-friendly, odor-free, a Class 1 fire material, pest-resistant, and sound dampening. 6) Where does it come from? Its made in Scandinavia. We import it from Norway. 7) How can I be sure that its well sealed? First, our technicians are highly trained. We check everything with a thermal imaging camera and the post testing by the Efficiency Maine Certified Energy Auditor gives you and us another level of quality control.

Individual Care of Maine

Q. What makes Individual Care of Maine different from other In Home Care companies.

A. A few things separate us from other in home care companies.

First; We prioritize getting outside daily as it pertains to each client. depending on the physical abilities of each client we try to walk an move each day.

Second; We believe in cooking exceptional meals. There is just something about a home cooked meal that is good for the soul. When we train we also incorporate some cooking lessons to get our caregivers thinking about exceptional nutrition.

Third; We pay our caregivers way above the industry norm. We work as a team and help one another. When the caregivers are happy everybody is happy. In most situations the saying the client comes first is the norm. We believe this but we also feel that the caregiver also comes first. If the caregiver is well compensated and well supported by their employer, inevitibly ensures that the caregiver takes pride in the job that he or she is doing. When you take good care of your employees they, in turn take good care of the client.

Q. What was the inspiration for Individual Care of Maine

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Composerand sitarist AnoushkaShankar is among the most recognisedIndian classical musicians.

Since she began playing the instrumentfrom a young age under the tutelage of herfather, the late Pandit Ravi Shankar, Anoushkahas become a master in her own right, releasingeight studio albums andgarnering sixGrammy nominations, as well as a British House of CommonsShield and a Songlines Best Artist award.

She was also named an Asian hero by Timemagazine and was one of the first five femalecomposers to be added to the UK A-level musicsyllabus. Her latest album, Land of Gold,is a bold statement on the refugee crisis.

Anoushka spoke to Eastern Eyefrom her home in California.

What projects are you working onright now?

Ive just finished a classical tour andIm still touring my album Land ofGold on and off throughout the year.The main project I have coming up isthat Ive just been commissioned towrite the score for the BFIs main restorationfilm this year; its a silent filmfrom India called Shiraz from the1920s. The premiere performance willbe at the Barbican in October.

Youve worked with quite a few differentartists in quite a few differentgenres. What is it like to do that?

Its always been one of my favouriteways of growing and learning and alsomaking music that represents myworldview. I grew up learning classicalIndian music but I also grew upacross three continents, living a verymulticultural and globalised lifestyle,so it made sense to make music thatfelt like who I was.

Is there anyone in particular whoyoud like to work with in the future?

Bjrk is always my stock answer becauseshes been one of my favourite artists since I was a teenager. If I ever had the opportunityto work with her, I definitely would. Iveloved her music for 20 years. Shes an incrediblerole model for female artists.

Youve worked extensively in both Britain andthe US. Has the shifting political landscape inthose countries affected your music or yourpersonal life?

Both, yes. My last album was written in responseto the refugee crisis and its given me an opportunityto tour around the world and talk aboutsomething thats so incredibly urgent and important,while also connecting with people from anartistic viewpoint about it, which sometimes canreach people in a different way.

As you say, Im from London, I live in Europe at least for now and Im an American and an Indianas well. Everything thats happened this pastyear, while it affects us all, I feel that it affects meon a personal level. It still remains to be seenwhat is going to happen as far as details go withBrexit. Im a touring musician and I work withpeople from around the world, so theres nodoubt that its going to have a huge impact on theway I work and probably the content as well.

While touring the US, has there been any noticeablechange?

Its been interesting, I almost feltso trepidatious before cominghere (to America), but in someways I was almost surprised thatlife is kind of continuing on, andof course it would be. Ive had asuccessful tour and played somelovely concerts for some lovelypeople, and that isnt so differentthan it was a year ago. It kind of gave me a bit ofhope that maybe the world is not ending.

Do you feel that Americans and Europeans reactany differently to your music compared to Indianaudiences?

I get asked that a lot, and its hard to pinpoint thecorrect answer. Because I do so many differentkinds of things in the past few months aloneIve come to America to play at the Lincoln Centreand Disney Hall with an orchestra and Ivecome with my own projects as well as well asplaying in many different kinds of venues to differentkinds of audiences, I feel like that makesmore of a difference than what country youre in.

An opera house audience in England is similarto an opera house audience in any other country.Playing in a little jazz club in one country is thesame as playing in a little jazz club in anothercountry. But playing an opera house and a jazzclub in the same city can feel like universes apart,as far as the type of audience and the musictheyre looking for.

I feel like one does find an incredibly sophisticatedaudience for something like Indian classicalmusic whether youre in New York or Chicagoor Paris. Its a wrong assumption to think that onehas to play in India to get an audience that knowsthat music.

Can you tell us about Sukanya, the opera thatyoure working on?

Its my fathers opera, he wasnt able to finish itbefore he passed away. The conductor, DavidMurphy, has been the one who is mainly workingto complete it. Ive been helping him in an advisoryrole when it comes to some of the Indian elementsand aspects. Thats been really fascinatingbecause opera and Indian music have never reallycome together before in this way. It kind ofmakes me laugh that my dad, even at the age of90, was still coming up with new areas to createbridges. Thats going to have a big premiere thismonth, so Im looking forward to that.

Some people have the view that opera is somewhatelitist. Do you feel that Sukanya, as it hasyour and your fathers names attached to it, isexposing opera to a new or younger audience?

My experience is that exposure to an art formcreates an understanding and an intimacy withthat art form; its that simple. If children grow uplistening to classical music, then classical musicdoesnt feel foreign or elitist to them. I thinktheres a lot to be said for countries where schoolsstill teach music and dance, and the kind ofthings that can normalise the kind of stuff a lot ofpeople dont have access to.

Do you have a specific audience in mind whenyoure writing music or is it a more personalprocess for you?

I write from a personal viewpoint. My attempts atwriting music for a specific audience dont workas well as when I write from a place of truth. I feelthat as an artist, if you write from a place of truth,there will be an audience for that. We dont necessarilyhave control over who that audience willbe or how big it will be, unfortunately. People respondto truth in art, it has to come from the soulin order to move people, so as much as possible Itry to come from an internal place.

People respondto truth in art, it has to come from the soulin order to move people

The things I do to be mindful of connecting topeople is more about presentation and communication.When I do a show, especially a classicalshow, Im a little different than alot of the classical artists out there;Ive always made it a point tobe very comfortable on stageand show people that werehaving fun and to laugh ifwere laughing and sharejokes, and not create thatreally sterile and formal atmospherethat can sometimesbe a part of that world. I feel that it invitesthe audience to relax as well. Ive heardpeople say I perform as if Im in my livingroom, and I try to approach it that way aswell. That can make a huge differencewith music that some people mightbe a little afraid of or are notsure how to approach.

Can you share your Riyazpractice routine for us?

It really depends, right nowIve just finished an intensivetour and performed 14 showsin the past 16 days, so I probablywill very happily not playfor a week to 10 days. For me,thats actually an importantpart of the process.

I have two very differentways of practising. One is verymuch about warm-ups andscales and strengthening exercises,and theres somethingvery calming and meditativeabout that for me because Ivedone that my whole life. Thentheres another more creativeway of practising, which is morelike playing than practising. Itsjust about sitting in a room andplaying a melody to immersemyself in music.

What have you been listeningto in your free time?

When Im busy, I listen tovery relaxing music. Ivebeen going through a bigpiano phase at the moment,and then Im reallyinto some of the newwave classical minimalism,especiallywhen it crosses over into electronica bit. Nils Frahm, OlafurArnalds, that kind of really vibey,trancey, meta stuff. Other thanthat a lot of world music, likeImarhan and Tinariwen. Itspretty eclectic but when Imvery busy it definitely tonesdown because it helps me relax.

Is that a conscious choice, tokeep your tastes eclectic andfind new artists?

Occasionally, but Ive alwaysbeen drawn to that. I hit a saturationpoint with each individualsound and style at some point,and having that kind of broadmusical taste keeps things fresh.I just love music, so it blows meaway the amount of styles andforms of music there are and howincredible they can all be.

Do you think of your legacy?

I grew up around so many masters, my fatherprobably being the greatest example ofthat, so the concept of legacy has been aroundmy whole life, but certainly not in context ofmyself. I know that Im in my 30s now but I tendto think of legacy in terms of the people I grewup around. Maybe in 10 or 20 years Ill startthinking of what I want to have left in theworld, but Im not quite there yet, Im still seeking and moving forward, learningand growing.

How important is recognitionto you?

Its a mixed bag because I grew upwith so much recognition, almostbefore I had earned it for myself.That can be an odd feeling, like Istarted out with something toprove, to prove that I deservesomething that I had just beengiven. That can feel somewhatuncomfortable. When I work I putmy sweat, blood and tears into it;when something I have workedreally hard on and is really specialto me gets a response and resonates.

aperson telling me that my music has meantsomething to them, that kind of recognition ismind-blowing.

Recognition is such an intangible concept thatits so hard to give a single answer. When its aperson telling me that my music has meantsomething to them, that kind of recognition ismind-blowing.

Do you pay much attention to critics?

I wish I could say I dont. I try not to, but I do. If Ihave a new album Ill fall into temptation andread my own reviews. There might be eight thatmake me feel really good and then two that willmake me wish that I hadnt started reading in thefirst place.

If it is criticism of the constructive variety there have been a few reviews over the years thathave come from very knowledgeable reviewers, Itake some of that criticism on board. But thatsvery rare in the grand scheme of music criticismthese days.

Do you play any instruments in your free timeaside from sitar?

Not really. I learned piano as a teenager andsometimes in the studio that can come in handyas an aid when composing or writing. But I dontplay anything else to the level of playing in frontof anyone. Very occasionally, if theres somethingin the studio that needs to get padded out I cando that on a drum, but I would never record myself,I would get someone else in to do it.

Do you have a routine that you like to performbefore going on stage?

I can be quite ritualistic about that time beforestage. Its pretty relaxed but also focused. Eventhe act of putting make-up on is 20 minutes bymyself away from the band and just thinkingabout the show and getting kind of quiet. Thereare some stretches I do too. Sometimes Ill listento music and sometimes I prefer the quiet. I likea mix of having a bit of social time with my bandand then going off on my own.

What is your favourite venue to perform at?

There are a few; I love the Royal Festival Hall inLondon, the Barbican, and although I haventdone a solo gig there, the Roundhouse. On a classicalscale, the Chicago Symphony Hall is one ofmy favourites. I love Joes Pub inNew York in terms of more intimate,jazzy venues. There are a lotof amazing venues out there.

What about festivals?

The real magic happens whenyoure outdoors. My favourite festivalever was in 2013 when I playedBoom Festival in Portugal. I listenedto a lot of psytrance growing up, itwas a big part of my life and I hadbeen to that festival a few times as apunter. There was something aboutgoing back there with my music.

There were 30,000 people there alldancing to my music with the fullmoon rising in the sky, and it justfelt like one of those really magicalmoments of confluence where allthese different threads of my lifewere coming together.

Youre performing one of your fatherscompositions at the Proms.How do you approach playingsomeone elses music, particularlyyour fathers?

Maybe a classical violinist wouldhave grown up playing lots of peoplescompositions, whereas for me, in Indianclassical music its not so common to play otherpeoples compositions. But I learned from my father,I grew up playing his compositions almostexclusively until I started composing for myself.So playing his music is something that is verynatural for me. Its the music I learnt, its musicthat I feel like I have a relationship with.

playing his music is verynatural for meits musicthat I feel like I have a relationship with.

Its been an interesting journey in the yearssince he passed away because something has obviouslychanged about playing his music now. Idont do it as much as I used to, so now when I goback and play his music theres something verymagical about it. It brings something to life forme, Im engaging with something that was createdby my father. Its just a very beautiful experience.

Do you have any advice for any younger classicalmusicians?

Playing a classical music form is hard, theres noescaping that it takes dedication and focus. But italso takes not losing sight of why youre doing itin the first place, not to get lost in that seriousnessand to keep in contact with that love andthe fun of it as well. Theres a piece of magic thatcomes from that that gets lost otherwise. To havea good teacher is pretty essential in our classicalmusic especially, because its not a written downform, you really need to get the best teacher youcan find.

What do you see as the future of Indian music,given the dominance today of film music inpopular culture?

Theres been such a marriage of the corporateworld and the artistic world, nothing seems to beable to happen without sponsorship and corporateinvolvement. Its great that its helped financestuff that has no room otherwise, because of theway the media only sort of focuses on film music.But that also doesnt bode well for artistic creativityand freedom because everything ends up havinga commercial angle. I can find that a little dishearteningat times. I just hope it all goes well.

Do you feel like youve been able to work outsideof that system given who your father was?

Yes and no. Ive had the fortune of being able tocreate a very strong platform for myself based onthat foundation, so Ive been able to have certainartistic choices throughout my career where Ican say no to a lot of things. Because I work on asort of international scale, I can work elsewhereif one place is too corporate-heavy and I feel likeI dont want to sell myself.

But then again Im not outside the systemwhen the system is operating in an area I want towork in. India is an important country to me andI like playing in India. When I go there, with eachpassing year the scene kind of changes and thataffects me too.

From your perspective, how has it changed inthe past decade or so?

Some of the changes are good. There is the youngergroup of my peers and people maybe 10 yearsyounger who have grown up in the 1990s andhave been exposed to a more international artisticoutput; theyve created a really beautifulchange on the modern side of India, where theywanted to have access to the music they love.

Theres kind of a whole scene that is a lot moreopen and a lot more varied, and thats fantastic.

As told to Drew McLachlan

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A project in Cornwall is helping combat loneliness experience by people with dementia.

Side by Side, which is run by the charity, Alzheimer's Society, matches volunteers and people who have dementia, based on shared interests.

Helpers give up what time they can spare to accompany the dementia partner on activities ranging from football matches, strolls and garden centre visits to simply having a chat over a cup of tea or on the phone.

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She said that the training given by Alzheimer's Society and the experience of supporting somebody made her feel fulfilled and more confident.

"I have enjoyed everything about volunteering, but I especially enjoy seeing the person's smile when I see them at the start of our time together and their laughter and enjoyment whilst sharing their activity is a wonderful thing," said Lesley.

In Devon, combating isolation is a key aim of Plymouth Dementia Action Alliance (PDAA) which involves more than 60 organisations and businesses working together. The pioneering initiative has attracted interest from other countries including China, Japan and Italy and led to Plymouth being named the Dementia Friendly City of the Year in 2016.

Outside the city, five parishes around the Yealm river have come together to improve the lives of people with dementia and their carers.

"People living with dementia in a rural community also have problems such as lack of transport which can add to the sense of loneliness and isolation," said Ian Sherriff, who is chairman of the PDAA.

Alzheimer's Society is particularly keen to hear from people living in Newquay, St Austell and south-east Cornwall who want to support Side by Side. Contact John Naismith through john.naismith@alzheimers.org.uk or on 01752 608 911 for more details.

For information generally about dementia go to Alzheimer's Society website or call the national helpline, 0300 222 1122.

To mark Dementia Awareness Week, world-leading researchers working on the set of diseases at the University of Exeter are offering their insights.

Dr Jo Thompson Coon and Dr Rebecca Whear say research shows that gardens and mealtime music in care homes can improve lives for dementia residents.

Spending time in a garden or outdoor space can be relaxing and calming for residents, their families and staff.

A key finding was a "promising impact" on the level of agitation in care home residents with dementia who spend time in a garden.

Families valued somewhere pleasant to meet that stimulated interest and conversation, and staff said residents found the gardens calming.

Research also shows that playing relaxing music at a mealtime when agitated or aggressive behaviour can occur tends to have a particularly long-lasting effect, beyond that of the mealtime itself.

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Rising stars on the music stages, a greater variety of local food and art vendors, a courtesy parking shuttle bus and a new New Orleans-bred beer sponsor are all on tap for the Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo, which returns to the banks of Bayou St. John this weekend.

The free event takes place Friday through Sunday and features nearly 40 bands, with performances on four stages on grounds that parallel the placid bayou.

The acts include national rock group Cracker, Cupid the creator of the popular Cupid Shuffle song Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen, blues guitarist Chris Thomas King, and Tank & the Bangas, which saw its profile rise this year when it was featured nationally on the NPR "Tiny Desk Concert" series.

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Prior to taping a Tiny Desk concert earlier this year at National Public Radio headquarter

Im happy that we can change up our programming and give our fans something different this year, said Jared Zeller, the producer of Bayou Boogaloo and the president of MotherShip Foundation, the nonprofit that launched Bayou Boogaloo in 2006.

Zeller noted that the festivals food scene will once again highlight Mid-City restaurants but also welcome a few newcomers, like Gonzos Smokehouse & BBQ, Tru Vietnamese Caf, ZKaya and Js Seafood Dock, with their chargrilled oysters.

Festgoers can cool off with frozen coffee, fruity lemonade and refreshments from the Root Beer Float Float, presented by Friends of Lafitte Greenway.

Zach Strief, an offensive tackle for the Saints, will pour beer on Sunday at the Pals Lounge beer booth. Strief is an investor in Port Orleans Brewing Co., which launched this month in New Orleans and will be on hand for the Boogaloo.

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Artisans will sell handcrafted jewelry and home dcor items in the sprawling marketplace.

New family-friendly activities, such as yoga, a puppet show and a performance by the Singing Beats take place near the kids stage.

The third annual Paddle Battle ($35), a 6.12-mile kayak and canoe race, kicks off Saturday at 8:30 a.m.

Pets on a leash are welcome. The Canal Street Veterinary Hospital will provide water bowls and a shaded area so pets can escape the heat.

To make the growing festival more accessible, organizers have added a shuttle bus and parking lots. Last years Bayou Boogaloo attracted more than 35,000 people, eager to listen to live music and dine on festival fare, all while relaxing near the water.

Our event is unique because of its location and our relationship with Bayou St. John, said Zeller. Its a memorable experience for most people.

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What: the Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo

When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, May 19

11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.Saturday, May 20

11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, May 21

Where: N. Jefferson Davis Parkway (on the banks of Bayou St. John), between Dumaine Street and Lafitte Avenue; Parking information available on http://www.thebayouboogaloo.com

General admission: Free; Canopy Club VIP tickets are $250 for the weekend and can be purchased from the website.

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