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October 2009 |
"If you have a
question for me, enter this room.
It exists just for us. A place for
you to come to ask me whatever you
wish. A chance for us to get closer.
Share your thoughts, tell me your
story, ask me your questions. They
will be answered."
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Hello
Candice!
My name is Cassandra, and I'm a first year
college student at the University of
Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign in the USA.
Fresh out of high school! Hooray! I really
wanted to thank you, from the bottom of my
heart, for being such an inspirational
singer and person. Your website is proof of
how much you love your fans, and of how much
you truly care! Although Blackmore's Night
is famous worldwide, I feel like your music
evokes such an intimate, nostalgic
atmosphere. I feel right at home when I
listen to the tunes of Blackmore's Night! It
helps when I'm so far away from home.
Since arriving at college, I've just begun a
brand new chapter in my life--but I still
feel quite lost. Throughout my life, I've
always felt compelled by the beauty of
nature, the majestic spirit of the
imagination, and by the power of scientific
discovery. Thus, here I am, at
college...with not a clue about what to do
with my life! To be a fiction writer, or to
be an environmental scientist? Amidst all of
this pondering, I've managed to diminish a
lot of my happiness. Along with some family
problems, overwhelming amounts of school
work, homesickness, and personal pressure, I
have ultimately made myself quite confused
and stressed. When I listen to Blackmore's
Night, however, I am reminded of your
positive, ethereal presence. Every time I
look at your website, I smile! You seem to
be truly happy with life and all of its
offerings. I was just wondering...do you
have any advice for how to stay happy and
content with one's self? I realize that
maintaining a sense of peaceful harmony is
an art... and it's not easy for me! ^__^ I
always try to do what makes me happy, but I
think I'm missing part of the big picture. I
would be so grateful if you could could help
guide me in the right direction to a happier
tomorrow!
Thank you so much, Candice! And
congratulations on your marriage!
Always Dreaming,
Cassandra
Hello Cassandra,
I'm glad that you are still dreaming...never
give that up! It defines us... First I just
wanted to say thank you for your insightful
words on our music and the thoughts and
feelings it provokes in you. As you know, we
pull inspiration of many of our songs from
nature and her magic, legends and myths and
melodies who's spirit transcends the ages...
It's nice to hear those songs are felt
deeply and make you feel at home.
I think that anytime you start a brave new
venture, emotions overwhelm... It is a
mixture of excitement and nervousness,
loneliness and fear but thrilling aspects as
well. The heart and mind sometimes cross
paths on what to feel at different moments.
Also, it's never easy to begin a new path no
matter what it is in life you are doing. Any
"1st" will always have these strange
mixtures of emotions and I don't think you
ever get used to them when trying something
new. But as always, in time, those 1st steps
become easier. You hit your stride, and
before you know it are flying and enjoying
the flight. I would bet that by now you are
enjoying the newfound freedom of your
college experience! You'll have so many
wonderful memories later in life when you
reflect on these moments...
We always tend to put more pressure on
ourselves than anyone can ever put on us.
You know, you can be both a writer and a
scientist, right? You don't have to choose
only one path. That is what is so wonderful
about life. Even if you do choose a path you
can always change it...its all part of the
journey. It's easy for someone to say "Don't
stress about it" , as you know, ultimately-
that comes from within.
But it seems that since you are already
aware what is needed and on the search for
that "missing piece" (many people don't even
realize anything is missing and just go
through life angry or sad)...it sounds like
you have discovered music is a good healing
medium for you. That is always a good
beginning. I find that returning to
nature...walks through the forest, ocean air
blowing through my hair, bird watching,
observing stars or being around
animals...these things bring me peace. I
breathe them in and take their peace with
me.
I hope you find your peace place...I hope
you never stop dreaming and I hope for you
that your dreams come true...
Love and light,
Candice |
Hello Candice,
I was recently introduced to your
wonderful voice on you tube. One of the
first searches I did was on the band
Helloween. I had not heard the duet you
all did "Light the Universe. I am a
disabled police officer and don't get a
chance to get around to music stores
like I used to. I was wondering if I
would be able to find any of your cds at
Sam Goody or if I needed to order off of
the internet. Light the Universe is by
far the best Helloween song and best
done video I have ever heard. Your
vocals are amazing, all I can ask now is
how about a duet with Iron Maiden. I
could just imagine what a duet with
Bruce Dickinson would sound like. My
wife also has been looking up different
internet sites with your name and she
loves your music. Just wondering how we
can get hold of a cd? Thank you for your
time and for reintroducing me to
Helloween and introducing your music to
my wife and I.
Sincerely, Tom
Hi Tom,
First of all, let me thank you for your
service as a police officer. It has to
be one of the hardest jobs in the world
and I have a lot of respect for the men
and women who wear the uniform and keep
us safe.
Our cd's are usually available at any of
the larger retail chains: Barnes and
Nobles, Borders, Coconuts, Strawberries,
etc. But if its difficult to get around
I would say to call them first to make
sure its in stock. Of course, what's
better than ordering off the internet so
it comes right to your home! You can
always find our cds and dvds available
on
www.blackmoresnight.com or on
www.amazon.com
I had a really good time doing that song
with Helloween and shooting the video.
They were on tour at the time and had to
fly in from Sweden for the night just to
film the video! We should it in
Castle Veldenstein which was the same place we had shot
our Castles and Dreams dvd a few years
earlier.
I'm glad you like both the song
and the video.
The closest I have gotten to Iron Maiden
is watching on the sidelines while
Ritchie played them in soccer. Steve
Harris is an excellent players! I
actually met Janick and Bruce back in
1990 in Montreal . I have to say they
were so down to earth and seemed like
really good guys. But no duets planned
for the future... :)
I'm glad your wife is enjoying the music
as well!
Much love,
Candice
I just wanted you to know that I love to
sing your songs. I am planning on singing
them for my Coven at Mabon and when I sang
them "Dandelion Wine" they fell in love! We
will sing it as a group when we have closing
circle for our community. We have no band
and no music but we sing to each other and
the Lord and Lady. I am also going to sing a
few others just because they are so much fun
to listen to we can't help our selfs! I want
to get your DVD's and would love to see you
live. I was wondering if you plan to do any
concerts here in the US? I am from Iowa so
am directly in the Heartland. Please let me
know because my Coven would love to see you!
Blessed Be!
Lunarprayers,
Coven of the Blessed Lady
Hello all at the
Coven!
What a nice email...I'm glad you are all
singing Dandelion Wine! That song represents
so many things to me. Comradery, friendship,
unity, memories...At the end of my brothers
wedding everyone got together in a circle,
held hands and sang that song as loud as
they could! It was a heartwarming way to end
the night...
We are actually performing this month and
next month- though the closest we get to
Iowa will be Chicago! So, I say pile
everyone in a van or a bus and make it a
road trip! Again, great memories to be
had...
You can see our
tourdates
here for all the details
So, "we'll rasie a glass, maybe two, and
we'll be thinking of you, until our paths
cross again..."
Love and light,
Candice
Hello Candice
My name is Rosie and I am 14 years old. I am
american but as one of my favourite songs is
midwinter's night I can sing the first verse
of it which I don't know what it means or
what language it is. I think it is Russian
but I'm probably wrong!!! Can you please
tell me? Thank you for your time.
Rosie
Hello Rosie,
Actually Mid Winters Night is a song that
the 1st verse is done in Provencal French.
The original name is Maire, lei campagno,
and although I changed the next part of the
lyrics so they could be understood in
English, I tried to keep the general idea
and feel of what the song was saying in
French language. Except, when you read the
translation of the original lyrics, they are
talking about not being able to sleep
because the cows and chickens in the barn
are keeping them awake! My lyrics were a bit
more ethereal and romantic, I think. You can
find information on the original songs
here
The cds are by Terra Nova Consort which is
in my list of top favorite Renaissance
bands.
Love and light,
Candice
Merry Meet Candice,
The new love of my life introduced me to
Blackmores Night on our first date July 1st,
and when he found out you were to be in
Lakewood NJ on 10/30 he went right away and
got tickets. I am truly grateful for your
music, since it now symbolizes our
relationship; timeless, magical, truly
beautiful, and FUN.
I was wondering if you would be playing
either the NY Ren Faire, or the one in
Lancaster PA next year.
Blessed Be,
Karen
Hi Karen,
What a beautiful way to link love, romance
and music...I am so happy for you! Although
we haven't "officially" played The PA or NY
faires, they are the 2 faires we frequent
most often during faire season. And, as the
local faire goers know, we always bring our
instruments and sit by a shady tree, or by a
tudor home and just sit and play for hours
when we are there. We usually just go spur
of the moment, and we always go with friends
so our whole group is in garb. But although
we haven't been yet this year, doesn't mean
we won't be! Renaissance Faire season in the
area is just beginning so there is always
time for a visit....
Of course, we will be doing a real concert
with the full band in Philadelphia PA coming
up! So check the tour date page on
www.blackmoresnight.com for details...
Love and light,
Candice
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