Hallelujah…
…”Hallelujah” has multiple meanings:
- The word “hallelujah” is an ancient Hebrew phrase that means “praise the Lord”. It’s made up of two parts: “hallel”, which means “to praise”, and “yah/jah”, which is a shortened form of the Hebrew name for God, “Yahweh”.
- Some say the song “Hallelujah” by Leonard Cohen is about the struggle between having human desire and searching for spiritual wisdom.
- I think the expression and use of this word can be summed up in the triumph of the “Hallelujah Chorus” by composer George Frideric Handel from his iconic work “Messiah”.
Choosing music…
It is an absolute joy to work with artists. Valerie and Gary are very creative people and being true to their vision produced a beautiful wedding.
Essentially a couple “chooses” music they like. Their music means something to them. Their choices of location, food, decor and yes, “music” all come together and are a reflection of “them”.
It is always an adventure to work with creative couples and being invited to help them celebrate. More about this wedding in future posts.
“What is Elegant Music to you?”
This question was asked of me by American actor and comedian Morey Amsterdam.
Sheila and I were performing at a bridal show at the Bel Air hotel when Mr. Amsterdam walked up to our booth…
He picked up one of our business cards and looking at it said, “Elegant Music!”
And then asked, “What is Elegant Music to you?”
I will always cherish this conversation. Please see the rest of this conversation at this link: Song Lists and Choosing Your Favorite Music
Music is a big subject. There are a variety of ways to simplify the process of planning music for a celebration. See: “Music” and “Dress” for the Occasion.
The setting of a celebration is a composition of art forms.
Composing music is very creative. In creating the setting for a celebration art forms are combined becoming part of the composition; an expression of beauty and purpose. Its success is an accomplishment worthy of acknowledgment!
Congratulations to Leonard Cohen. Thank you for composing “Hallelujah”.
Congratulations to George Frideric Handel. Thank you for composing “Messiah”.
A warm congratulations to Valerie and Gary. Thank you for producing a beautiful wedding and for including Elegant Music in your creative process.
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
