Years ago, during my time as a church organist, I enjoyed what were called ‘free hymn tune improvisations.’ I loved the way the old and the new, the familiar and the unfamiliar, were woven together. I loved the way the contemporary interpretations of well-known and time-honored hymns often ‘challenged’ the listener or encouraged the listener to sit up and take notice. I loved and appreciated the creativity that the improvisational style offered while still being respectful of history and tradition.
© Sue Henry
In free hymn tune improvisations, the melody was always present but might have counter-melodies and/or interesting rhythmic themes added. The chord structure would nearly always be altered.
© Sue Henry
From time to time I find myself ‘improvising’ with my images; challenging the viewer to accept imaginative interpretations of well-known and time-honored subjects and scenarios. I enjoy creating something different and unfamiliar from that which is very familiar.
© Sue Henry
While I no longer am an active performing musician, I remain amazed at how much inspiration from music I receive for my photography. Music is a powerful photography muse.
© Sue Henry
Amazing work…I’m still lost in the 1st photo
Thank you so much, Gerald. ~ Sue
Excellent pictures and words. You are an inspiration to many, about continuing to learn and grow as long as we are here on this earth. Do not get stagnant!
Thank you, Norene. Fortunately I am ‘surrounded’ with many who continue to learn and grow, even as retirees. They inspire me to keep ‘keeping-on!’ ~ Sue
Beautiful images … I wish I could have been present when you played those hymns!
Beautiful work. I especially like first and last.
Thank you, Anita. I always appreciate hearing from you and learning which – if any – images ‘speak’ to you. ~ Sue
Thank you, Susan. I have fond memories of my many years as a church organist. ~ Sue
Fabulous as always. You see beauty that most of us walk by without noticing.
Ah, my friend…YOU see beauty as well. I’m in total admiration of your watercolor paintings and the artful manner in which you turn ‘trash’ into TREASURE! ~ Sue
love that – music as the muse for photography