If we ever get a winter this year, I wonder how our
iris Unguicularis,
daffodils and pansies,
hellebores,
and camellias will fare.
On an afternoon of steady rain, the mood was lifted by two elements.
First, the sky cleared enough to give us a reasonable sunset.
Then………..
Becky tuned in to YouTube and blew our minds.
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGU2BBeKaXM?list=PLrRtwIUSeaCH1dVJLFBE48KKShv-VIWI0&w=560&h=315]
Follow the link.
Even if you have only ten minutes to spare. Follow. The link.
If it does not blow yours, you have no soul.
Wikipedia begins its pages on the duo with: ‘2Cellos (stylized 2CELLOS) is a Croatian[2][3] cello duo, consisting of classically trained Luka Šulić and Stjepan Hauser. Signed to Sony Masterworks since 2011, they released three albums and play mainly instrumental arrangements of well-known pop and rock songs.[4] The duo perform internationally and have been featured on several US TV shows including Glee and The Bachelor (Season 18/Sean and Catherine’s Wedding) [1]‘
This evening we dined on Jackie’s classic sausage casserole, crisp carrots and Brussels sprouts, and mashed potatoes, followed by spicy apple crumble and cream. My beverage was more of the Sotillo, Jackie’s Hoegaarden. Ian’s San Miguel, and Becky’s rose wine.
Thanks for the flowers and the music, Derrick.
My pleasure. Ann. Thanks
I have goosebumps seconds into the video and although I had to stop at one minute 20 seconds I will go back to it when I can give the time to it as it deserves. When it gets too hot to be in the garden. Good to see flowers in yours; we must be grateful for them whenever they choose to appear. I’m sure winter will come to you –remember today when it does. 🙂
Many thanks, Mary. Incredible music
To look at those blossoms is a delight…but almost scary, in January, in the UK…..
Amazing isn’t it, Cynthia? Thanks
That’s so beautiful, Derrick. I listened as I re-scrolled through your stunning photos. Thank you for sharing this.
Thank you, Jill. Spellbinding
What the heck? Daffodils in January?
Yes, thanks, Susanne. Quite ridiculous
And the 2Cellos? Speechless, almost. Is there anything more sensual than this instrument? Heart-melting.
Thanks again. We thought so.
I listen/watch these two quite often – I am particularly partial to the sound of a cello. Classical-rock at it’s best!!
Thank you, Pauline
Like Pauline I have listened to them often. They’re great! But not as great as your flowers out of season.
Thank you, Bruce
Thanks for the 2Cellos link. I haven’t hear them before. They are quite magic.
Thanks, John. I thought so, too
Music lightens our mood snd flowers (beauty) sends us soaring, Derrick. Thank you for the link. My grandson is in his second year of playing the bass. He stands in the back of the middle school orchestra and the teacher impresses me with her ability to pull out the best from the kids. One of my favorite composers is Vivaldi. I also like lighter music like pop songs played by concert band. In this vein, my parents enjoyed the Glen Miller band. Blessings for sharing today.
Many thanks, Robin
Glad you like the Croatian boys; they are so talented. Nearly as good as your photography skills, innit!
Many thanks, Ian
That iris is incredible.
Thank you, Laura
welcome Derrick 🙂
In a cab from the airport on the 30th of December, I noticed there were camellias blooming in some apartment landscaping. We’ve still got roses and the crazy forsythia are popping out in places as well. It’s definitely an odd year! And thanks for the cello link. The tone those two pull out is amazing.
Thank you, Lisa
Your garden looks great I’m very jealous mine is still a mess. The music link is great I’m listening to it now I might get it on I tunes. Thanks for sharing it.
Thanks, Eric. Glad you liked it. It was a bit of a risk putting such a long one on
It was interesting enough to make it worth the length but if you were worried it could have been split in two
The Iris is a winter flowering Iris and therefore not such a weird apparition, and I did buy the daffodil bulbs to be ‘early’ but not this early! Camellias well they are earlyish but some do flower legitimately in December altho’ I don’t think these did last year. If we don’t get a frost soon my concern is the continued multiplication of the bugs and beasties that are queueing up to eat all of our plants that we are hoping will be wonderful this coming summer. Roll on at least a bit of a winter!
Thanks for coming on WordPress for comments, X
As ever, extraordinarily soothing to the eyes.
Thank you, Harbans
My pleasure sir. :))
Gorgeous photos. You need to open a gallery and Jackie can have a cafe in it!
Thanks, Luanne. Good idea 🙂
Such talent and feeling. Thank you Derrick for a great share … and a touch of early Spring!
Thank you, Val
These two guys are amazing. Their choreography, the same, amazing. Thanks for sharing, Derrick 🙂
Beautiful iris. Thank you so much for the link, what an amazing performance!
Isn’t it? Thanks, Amy
Stunning music – thanks for the intro – have not heard them before! Wow! Beautiful photos of the out-of-season flowers.Even nature seems to be getting confused with its weather patterns! A case of the left hand not talking to the right?! 🙂
Many thanks, Rob. Glad you liked it.
Beautiful flowers and glorious music. Thanks!
Thank you, Merril
Must have been busy and missed this lovely post with beautiful flowers accompanied by the most enchanting two cellos.
Thank you, Robin. Especially for your grand catch-up