Classics in the Air So do not Despair
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Articles by: fidelito
My Journey with the Trumpet: Viva La Vida (Coldplay) – Cornet Cover
Fun with Brass Art is a process of constant Rediscovery
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Anna Netrebko & The Putin Connection
It seems that Pro-Putin’ Opera singer Anna Netrebko sparked exodus from German festival by Ukrainian musicians as indicated by the article referenced below. Some would say what’s music got to do with politics; but by the same token what’s business got to do with peoples relationship with Putin, or people […]
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Great Escapes – Postcard from Bagnoles
A Pearl in the Normandie Crown Have a Great Weekend 🙂
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Bird Stories – Amosie (Blue tit/Mésange bleue)
Taking Centre Stage is One Thing Being prepared for one is something else altogether! A hard earned lesson from our political “master(pieces)” 🙁
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Pet Rescue: Economic Crisis Taking its Toll on Abandoned Pets in Egypt
A truly tragic situation where pets are abandoned to pay the cost of economic crisis with their lives – link to the article below. Thanks to people like Mira Gamal a dog trainer/carer some are doing their best to provide shelter in these difficult times. I hope international pet rescue […]
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Street Stories – We’re Celebrity
When You’re Celebrity You Expect Special Treatment I don’t cause I’m NOT!
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BREXIT Island: A Transition Path from Democracy towards A New form of Autocracy In the Newly Discovered United Sheikhdom of Great Britain
As we discover through the media – in the article referenced below – possibly once the clearance was given – there was a secret cross party meeting between BREXITEER’s & Remainer’s within the political establishment and attended by BIG business to discuss what they define as “How to Make BREXIT […]
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Bird Stories – Cyra (dunnock/accenteur mouchet)
It’s good to look “proper” It’s great to look “gorgeous”! Have a “gorgeous” weekend 🙂
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My Journey with the Trumpet: Taurus the Bull (Garry Wilkinson) – Cornet Cover
My Friend the Toro and Me Share a moment of mutual curiosity
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Close Encounters – Tipsy (German Scorpionfly)
When a King stands alone and subjects “Jump Ship” You probably know what this means…Migration hike!
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Personal Touch – Audition
Modelling Concepts Can you give me just a bit more of a confident look when you’re ready?
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The Magic of The Carpenters & The Voice of an Angel
Remembering the wonderful talent of the Carpenters and the angel’s voice of the multitalented Karen Carpenter who tragically died at the age of only 32 years on the 4th of February 1983 with so much she had accomplished and plenty more should could have given. She had the kind of […]
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Little Things – Chiko
Spiritual Enlightenment A sense of Connection & a sense of Direction….!?
Read More BREXIT Pickles: Lucky Strikes (Welcome to BREXIT Britain)
We have a select number of exciting “Strike” venues for you to choose from upon arrival. Just make your selection and we’ll have there in no time. Just beware there are no return tickets! This in a nutshell is the only tangible thing that BREXIT has delivered; a sinking ship with […]
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Wild Eyes – Innocent Eyes but….. (Monkey)
When Eyes tell a different story than your own eyes…… 🙂
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Artouche – Ambroise Vollard, 1899 (Paul Cézanne)
The Evolution of Art Human creativity without bounds I truly enjoy the process of re-interpreting art work of varying types – not merely doing retouch work to perfect the existing interpretation; it kind of like musical arrangement of existing compositions.
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Close Encounters – Tipping Point (Butterfly)
Challenge your Tipping Point It could be a “learning experience”; maybe just what you need!
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Bird Stories – Fēn (Cirl Bunting/Bruant Zizi)
Nothing more pleasurable than a moment of “chill” That is if/when we have the luxury to have it 🙂
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Access to Photo Purchase Options / Accès aux options d’achat de photos
Recently I received quite a few queries on this site from subscribers asking how to purchase photos in posts I publish. This is done by subscribing to my site at fidelitospix.com using the contact form on the site which is used as a verification mechanism on the platform used called […]
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FidelitosPIX: Bird Stories – Meryt (Barn Owl)
A late meeting But thankfully I was able to attend 🙂
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Structural Dimensions – St. Mary Cathedral (Girona/Spain)
Faith & Art A relationship reflecting inspiration/creativity through divine love (But sometimes it drives us towards the opposite direction than the one intended)
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New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern to resign Next Month; Truly Disappointed
I’m truly disappointed – though I am no New Zealander – to hear this news of the resignation of PM Jacinda Ardern. In my opinion she’s truly been an inspiring leader both in terms of her track record and the values that guided her premiership particularly during the most challenging […]
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Quirky Perspectives – Lurista (Orchard Grass/Herbe du Verger)
The Colours of My Dreams And as with everything in life, they keep changing 🙂
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A Personal Touch – Faten Hamama (1931-2015)
Today marks the 8 year anniversary since the death of Faten Hamama. Faten Hamama wasn’t only a great actress, she was also Omar Sharif’s ex wife and despite their marriage not lasting long due to his multiple affairs she continued to be the love of his life until his death […]
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Egypt’s Economic Crisis in Context
A great analysis of the current economic crisis hitting Egypt at the moment by Mr. Patrick Boyle, Fund Manager/Banker. Though I am no economic expert common sense leads me to believe that failure to stick with economic plans agreed during negotiations for the 2016 loan with the IMF is a […]
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Close Encounters – Bonjour Demoiselle
Holding on for dear life… We do that all the time but sometimes fear distorts our values
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Bird Stories – Mei (Goldfinch)
At our meeting point But I’m late as usual….
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My Journey with the Trumpet: How Sweet It Is (James Taylor) – Flugelhorn Cover
Nostalgie Tunes that live on in our hearts
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Bird Stories – Khadiga (Robin)
On My Weight Watching List But then again who cares?
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Mozart Symphony 39 – Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
This is one of my all time favourite symphonies by my favourite composer. When I select a piece from Youtube I always view multiple versions before I decide on my favourite one in terms of sound, interpretation as well as conducting because I truly enjoy the art of conducting which […]
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My Journey with the Trumpet: Raggio d’Amor Parea (Gaetano Donizetti)
From an Italian composer with 70 operas under his belt Quite an accomplishment – so when he speaks we listen….well, I listen 🙂
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Wild Eyes – In No Mood…. (Snow Leopard)
When to know to keep your distance…. Sometimes it’s pretty much all the time!
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Bird Stories – Gosha (Great tit)
Within my elements! Let’s protect our planet, it’s the only version there is!
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Happy New Year 2023 & Remember Ukraine (no comment)
My Journey with the Trumpet: May the Force Be With You (John Williams) – Cornet Cover
The 4th Dimension – Beyond the Stars Music that releases the imagination
Read More My Journey with the Trumpet: Anakin’s Theme (John Williams) – Cornet Cover
The 4th Dimension – Beyond the Stars Music that releases the imagination
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The King Has Died (no comment)
Great British Satirist John Bird dies on Christmas Eve
Truly devastated to learn of the death of British satirist/comedian John Bird, one of the best this country had to offer in my opinion. The shows he starred in including Bremner, Bird & Fortune as well as John Bird & John Fortune were 2 my absolute favorite shows. I actually […]
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Close Encounters – Havilun (Grass bug-Miridae)
The Only Way Up! Let’s protect our planet, it’s the only version there is!
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Putin Seeking Negotiation for Settling the Ukraine ‘WAR’; But It’s Best to Read Between the Lines (updated)
Vladimir Putin finally wakes up one day and discovers; hey, why are we fighting NOT negotiating? Now if you believe this scenario to be likely I suggest you skip reading the rest of this post and go have some coffee or tea instead cause it would be time wasted. The […]
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Bird Stories – Marsha (Marsh tit)
Back to my favourite spot! Do you mind??
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My Journey with the Trumpet: Coventry Carol – Flugelhorn Cover
Merry Christmas & Happy 2023 Pursuing a Safer, Peaceful & Fairer World
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Close Encounters – Poza (Short-horned Grasshopper)
Close Encounters – A temp STOP before the HOP! Have a Great Weekend
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The World Cup Final & Final Thoughts
Today’s final match between France & Argentina was in my opinion the most satisfying World Cup final I’ve watched for years; plenty of drama, great football and incredible passion. Though the better team won in this instant, France has very little to complain about with the brilliant talent and spirit […]
Read More My Journey with the Trumpet: Another Town, Another Train (ABBA) – Flugelhorn Cover/PlayAlong
Nostalgie Tunes that live on in our hearts Have a Great Weekend…..well, what’s left of it after watching the World Cup Final of course 🙂
Read More My Journey with the Trumpet: Une Petite Française (Eurovision 1977 – Michèle Torr) – Flugelhorn Cover/PlayAlong
Nostalgie Tunes that live on in our hearts
Read More A Brief Reflection: The Fight Against Corruption – A Long Overdue Process for Europe (BREXIT Britain are you listening?)
With recent revelations of the corruption scandal in the EU championed by Maltese MEP Roberta Metsola, the hope/expectation would not be dealing with this issue separately but rather using it to help develop a more robust system to fight corruption at every of the organization, otherwise it’s a precious opportunity […]
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My Journey with the Trumpet: La Golondrina (Narciso Serradell Sevilla) – Cornet PlayAlong
About this Journey: I came across this gorgeous piece of music lately written by Mexican physician Narciso Serradell Sevilla but unfortunately I was unable to find a karaoke version to use in recording it, so I decided as I do in similar situations to play along the original recording which […]
Read More BREXIT Woes: Establishing BREXIT Context and Why Worker Strikes is the Wrong Answer (updated)
I recently came across this tweet below about BREXIT which establishes some context in terms of the cost of BREXIT as opposed to other deal options being pursued. The other part of this context in order to provide a fuller picture is that we should also consider the costs of […]
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