My background is in music, specifically classical music. Following an early career as a performing musician, I turned my attention towards academia following my graduation from college. My Master's and Doctoral degrees are both in musicology, that is, the
+ more bio informationSoaring energy prices, combined with diminishing world energy resources, are forcing people to economize at home and at work. Some have already seen these problems and are attempting lifestyles that minimize damage to the environment, while saving themselves expense. This article suggests some practical ideas by which you can... More..
When Toyota launched the revised Prius in 2004, it gradually became a revelation in motoring and social circles, due to its novel specification, engineering and impressive economy. Since then it has awakened the motor industry to the possibilities of hybrid engines, and resulted in some intense competition amongst manufacture... More..
Easy day trips from DublinThe capital city of Ireland is packed with interesting features and attractions. However, it is good to have a break from touring the city itself and one easy method is to take Dublin's excellent and relatively inexpensive suburban rail system from the city centre. There are several different destina... More..
Music exams from the Associated Board of the Royal School of Music are exacting and challenging, requiring serious preparation, particularly at higher grades. Irrespective of your instrument, they demand a reasonable level of musical accuracy, technique and musicality. This can be somewhat daunting for a candidate entering an... More..
Having taken many holidays in Ireland, the one element that always results in the most fun is Ireland's greatest resource - her people. They are an easy-going, entertaining and family-orientated people who love interacting with others. This interaction is often reactive (in a fun sense), leading to what the Irish call 'craic'... More..
Even in modern Ireland, it is possible to have unique travel experiences. We have toured extensively through the Irish countryside and have some wonderful memories of places, people and events. It is the people that makes a holiday memorable, and Ireland proves this again and again.One of our first road trips was a self-drive... More..
Traffic congestion is very bad in Dublin and the easiest way to see the city is by bus, train or tram since they all get priority over other traffic. There are two challenges for visitors: payment and routes, and this article provides useful tips for both.Dublin by busThe vast majority of public transport is provided by a bus... More..
Since the twentieth century, most engineers have taken two approaches to designing and building high speed rail services. In the first method, existing rail lines are used for upgraded rolling stock, typically by electrifying the line and constructing dedicated high-speed trains. In the second, a new, dedicated high-speed ali... More..
The importance of Durham, UK was founded upon its famous medieval cathedral and castle, later bolstered by the power of the Prince-Bishops, a cross between a churchman and a knight. The cathedral is situated in a loop of the River Wear, and is still used for regular Christian worship. Not only do its cloisters survive, but... More..
While a visit to the travel agent might be a thing of the past, finding a quality hotel at the right price is not necessarily easy or straightforward using the internet. This article provides some practical and useful suggestions, including the use of price comparison, cashback websites and loyalty schemes.PRICE COMPARISON SI... More..
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