Jan Spencer: Whatcom County Redefines Prosperity (A Letter from the Future) - Transition Whatcom2024-03-28T16:05:19Zhttp://transitionwhatcom.ning.com/forum/topics/jan-spencer-whatcom-county?commentId=2723460%3AComment%3A64186&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHi David:
I am currently in V…tag:transitionwhatcom.ning.com,2011-08-24:2723460:Comment:641862011-08-24T04:44:13.904ZBehrouzhttp://transitionwhatcom.ning.com/profile/Behrouz
<p>Hi David:</p>
<p>I am currently in Vancouver B.C. area and recently posted this on craigslist about ''community'' before finding out about TW - thought you might find it interesting.</p>
<p><a href="http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/grp/2533979076.html">http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/grp/2533979076.html</a></p>
<p>I found the mp3 attachment interesting. It is interesting how more and more people are rediscovering some gems including music genres that have been outcast to the…</p>
<p>Hi David:</p>
<p>I am currently in Vancouver B.C. area and recently posted this on craigslist about ''community'' before finding out about TW - thought you might find it interesting.</p>
<p><a href="http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/grp/2533979076.html">http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/grp/2533979076.html</a></p>
<p>I found the mp3 attachment interesting. It is interesting how more and more people are rediscovering some gems including music genres that have been outcast to the fringes of our society by the profit imperatives of the decaying economic system. I suggest that a revival in <span style="text-decoration: underline;">''traditional'' folk music</span> is long overdue. This is music and dance performed by acoustic instruments by authentic often village / small town folk in group setting with themes based on often rural cooperative and agricultural or nature-based motives, often no identifiable ''composer'' or individual taking credit - i.e., no commercial motive. I hope TW members incorporate this into their lives as by its very social and international nature traditional folk music would be what I consider a perfect cultural reflection as well as reinforcement of the ideals expressed by the international movement. </p>
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<p>I am certainly not old-fashioned but I believe we should revive what we find of value. And then modify it in an organic way (with an eye on the sustainability of the values our modifications represent) locally to represent our spice variety of little corner of the globe. This approach would work not only for our local economy (mindful of our local labor and resources) but in all other interrelated branches (including culture / arts and music). </p>
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<p>In the 60's traditional folk dance music groups gained much ground but gradually faded away. However, there are still small groups getting together regularly for this purpose including here in Vancouver (I also know of some in Seattle, not sure about Bellingham). </p>
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<p>In a search for a healthier sustainable society I believe we should look for a move away from the current ''division of labor'' which has left most of us as often helpless and clueless spectators in various aspects of a healthy life with ''integrity'' (i.e., integral, holistic). In the realm of culture that means we should all practice art, music, dance, etc. (but only after we adapt a more integrated holisitic economy that allows and encourages us such practice), and also adopt practical forms that would fit and enhance such lifestyle. I believe the ''traditional folk dance and music" would be a great step in this more sustainable path. </p>
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<cite>David MacLeod said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://transitionwhatcom.ning.com/forum/topics/jan-spencer-whatcom-county#2723460Comment15881"><div>Very nice Angela, I like your addition!<br/> <br/>
This reminds me of when Julian Darley (former director of the Post Carbon Institute) was speaking about Relocalized Music and Dance. He reminded us that the word "community" comes from the latin word that means "sharing with." See mp3 attachment below (less than 2 minute clip).<br/>
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Also, Richard Heinberg has written an article on Post Carbon Aesthetics (<a href="http://www.energybulletin.net/21466.html" target="_blank">http://www.energybulletin.net/21466.html</a>) and Nalla Walla has a great essay on "what role Art will play in the New Communities many of us are working so hard to design and implement": <a href="http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=ReclaimingTheBody" target="_blank">http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=ReclaimingThe...</a><br/>
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<b>More articles I've collected on Culture and Community can be found here:</b><br/>
<a href="http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=CultureAndCommunityArticles" target="_blank">http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=CultureAndCom...</a></div>
</blockquote> Very nice Angela, I like your…tag:transitionwhatcom.ning.com,2010-02-28:2723460:Comment:158812010-02-28T17:38:27.079ZDavid MacLeodhttp://transitionwhatcom.ning.com/profile/DavidMacLeod
Very nice Angela, I like your addition!<br />
<br />
This reminds me of when Julian Darley (former director of the Post Carbon Institute) was speaking about Relocalized Music and Dance. He reminded us that the word "community" comes from the latin word that means "sharing with." See mp3 attachment below (less than 2 minute clip).<br />
<br />
Also, Richard Heinberg has written an article on Post Carbon Aesthetics (…
Very nice Angela, I like your addition!<br />
<br />
This reminds me of when Julian Darley (former director of the Post Carbon Institute) was speaking about Relocalized Music and Dance. He reminded us that the word "community" comes from the latin word that means "sharing with." See mp3 attachment below (less than 2 minute clip).<br />
<br />
Also, Richard Heinberg has written an article on Post Carbon Aesthetics (<a href="http://www.energybulletin.net/21466.html" target="_blank">http://www.energybulletin.net/21466.html</a>) and Nalla Walla has a great essay on "what role Art will play in the New Communities many of us are working so hard to design and implement": <a href="http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=ReclaimingTheBody" target="_blank">http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=ReclaimingTheBody</a><br />
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<b>More articles I've collected on Culture and Community can be found here:</b><br />
<a href="http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=CultureAndCommunityArticles" target="_blank">http://sustainablebellingham.org/wiki/wikka.php?wakka=CultureAndCommunityArticles</a> I love this!!!
I read it and…tag:transitionwhatcom.ning.com,2010-02-28:2723460:Comment:158722010-02-28T15:30:56.345ZAngela MacLeodhttp://transitionwhatcom.ning.com/profile/AngelaMacLeod
I love this!!!<br />
I read it and felt inspired and delighted. I thought "We can do this"..."We ARE doing this"<br />
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Toward the end of reading it I was anticipating something that wasn't there. Where is the celebration and creative expression through dance and music and theater?....<br />
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Ok I'll add my version:<br />
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<i>Instead of television, malls, bars and gambling casinos, every community and neighborhood has a hall or firepit around which people gather nightly to share music, storytelling and dance, and much…</i>
I love this!!!<br />
I read it and felt inspired and delighted. I thought "We can do this"..."We ARE doing this"<br />
<br />
Toward the end of reading it I was anticipating something that wasn't there. Where is the celebration and creative expression through dance and music and theater?....<br />
<br />
Ok I'll add my version:<br />
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<i>Instead of television, malls, bars and gambling casinos, every community and neighborhood has a hall or firepit around which people gather nightly to share music, storytelling and dance, and much more. Everyone creates rather than consumes entertainment, re-creation of connections, soul and heart full expressions.<br />
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People gather in woods, gardens, and parks to create and enact rites of passage, healing and celebration ceremonies that facilitate their transitions life, and give form to spirit.<br />
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Ahhh now that feels more complete.