ROMANCE IS IN THE AIR!

Ok, it’s almost Valentine’s Day, and have you really prepared for it? Sure you’ve got the number to the florist next to your phone. You’ve got the most delicious, mouth watering meal planned. You’ve got that gorgeous diamond pendant waiting to slip around her throat. And ladies, you have that sexy Victoria Secret lingerie that you’ll wear all of five minutes. But have you got the perfect music?

Well, boys and girls, we all know that music sets the mood, so why not take music from a favorite movie that you both enjoyed, and use it for background ambiance? There are so many hauntingly beautiful musical scores out there, that you can use to turn your evening into your own romantic Hollywood story, starring the two of you! Now, each couple is different. Some are more the touchy feely type and don’t hesitate to tell one another, “I love you” at the drop of a hat, while others maybe have been together for awhile, and may not be as demonstrative. This Valentine’s why not drop the barriers and open your mind to being open with your mate and do the opposite of what you normally do everyday? Lovey Dovey couple, why not choose something dramatic to remind you of how you first felt when you hated having to say goodnight to your mate after your date. I would suggest something like Phantom of the Opera, Titanic, or The Way We Were. Granted these may not have the greatest romantic endings, but they had Passion! For awhile, they knew love like no other.
Old Relationship couple should have fun and select a music soundtrack such as a romantic comedy like Notting Hill, Sleepless in Seattle, or While You Were Sleeping. These movies had some funny sweet scenes with music that added just the perfect nostalgic touch. The song ‘She’ from Notting Hill will have you holding hands and reminding each other that you’re still in love.

Times are tough with the economy. We have mortgages, bills, and layoffs on our minds. Don’t let this come between you and your partner. Easier said than done? Not when you pop in a movie soundtrack cd. Let it transport you away from reality for just a night. You owe this to yourself and to your loved one. Love does conquer all. Hang in there and have a hot, erotic, mind blowing Valentine’s Day!!

Xoxo
The Soundtracker

WHITE CHRISTMAS

It’s the holiday season and what represents it better than the wonderful classic White Christmas? I love this 1954 movie with Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye. This film opens with American soldiers in the middle of a war zone, and it’s Christmas. They’re homesick, afraid, and wondering if they will ever get out of there and come home. Is it WWII, or is it Iraq? The music brings that time to the present that we can all relate to, whether it’s 1941 or 2008. It’s the music from the great Irving Berlin, who made this possible. A true artist whose work can transcend the years that have gone by, and still have such an impact on today’s generation. He was American music.

As a dancer, I admire the athleticism of Danny’s dance numbers. Dancers today can only pray they have one fourth of his talent. Alright, yes, I had a crush on him growing up and I still do. A man who could dance, sing and act as great as he, was a marvel. Oh yeah, Bing Crosby wasn’t bad either. : ) Ok, I’ll stop my gushing and talk about the music. The Irving Berlin songs are such a joy to listen to, such as White Christmas sung by Bing Crosby. The impact this song has as Bing sings to the soldiers at the beginning will bring a tear to your eye. Unless, of course you’re a cold-hearted bah humbug sort of person. Other songs - “Sisters”, “The Best Things Happen While You’re Dancing”, and “Snow” are such fun songs. This movie has it all for Christmas. There’s war, there’s love, AND there’s comedy. How can you not love this formula? Boy meets girl, wins girl, loses girl, all while singing and dancing and trying to help someone who is down and out on his luck. Even in a world that is hard to face each day in troubled times, this movie shows that everything always turns out alright. Just listen to an Irving Berlin tune!! Happy Holidays and may the best things happen while you’re dancing!

Peace to All!