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The Planets – Mercury, The Winged Messenger

Posted on April 20, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

Of the pieces written for The Planets, Opus No. 32, Mercury is the lightest and filled with fluid movement.   Mercury, The Winged Messenger by Michael Romani Close to the sun in its molten ball swirling Unable to escape the … Continue reading →

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The Planets – Venus, The Bringer of Peace

Posted on April 20, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

There are Seven Pieces for Orchestra in Holst’s The Planets, Opus 32.  Each of these is based on what astrology alleges is the influence on a person from these planets.  Venus is seen as a bringer of peace.  Below, I … Continue reading →

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