I am a strong proponent of living in the present instead of reliving past adventures and dreaming of future conquests and discoveries.  However, we must be very aware that dreams of a better future drive us onward and vivid experiences shape us into what we are.

Much of this shaping has provided the songs of “Island Memories.”  My enjoyment in dancing and watching the limbo, the magic of multiple guitars in the background of rhythmic sambas, the strong, emotional drums in Cuban music and, especially, the beauty of a tropical island night filled with the sights and energy from the Universe.   The Universe has a multitude of natural rhythms in the continuous movement of all its parts.  These rhythms are naturally experienced by islanders and are reflected in their music.   Carl Sagan had an understanding of this rhythm.  His inspirational videos of travels through the Cosmos have always stimulated my imagination , especially regarding the role of many species in the continuous and sacred evolution of life in the Universe.  Therefore, I have dedicated “Rhythms of the Cosmos” in memory of Carl Sagan.

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