The Diaperson
Dia-PER-zuhn. Catholic Mom. Dr. Organist.
Latest posts
Newly discovered portrait of Bach
There is only one documented portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach, painted in 1746 by the German artist Elias Gottlob Haussmann. This iconic painting is the best-known representation of Bach and depicts him holding a musical manuscript of his Canon triplex a 6 vocibus, BWV 1076. For more than 60 years, this portrait was housed in [ ]
The more you look the worse it gets
Antarctic Scale Worm
Yes, this is real. Deep in the Southern Ocean near Antarctica, at depths over 500 meters, lives the Antarctic scale worm (Eulagisca gigantea). It s 8 inches long, has no eyes, and it has a 2-inch long retractable proboscis filled with sharp teeth that shoots out and grabs prey. The gold scales are real and are [ ]
Catholic guidance for autistic people
Autism Consecrated is a Catholic site run by a Catholic priest-hermit to provide guidance and prayers for autistic Catholics looking for help on navigating the hurdles of neurodivergence and the expectations of the Church. A very thoughtful site. I also learned that St. Thorlak, Icelandic saint from the 10th century, is the patron saint of [ ]
Geoengineering
This website lets you see and read more about various geoengineering projects around the world. Not everything is up to date, but it s still educational nonetheless. https://map.geoengineeringmonitor.org/
L’Envoi by George Baker
As my first I have returned post, here is a recording from a concert I played in Santa Fe back in February. My hope is to start uploading recordings in video format, which I will share here.
I’m Back!
Dear readers, Believe it or not, this website is coming back to life, essentially 8 years later, and in a transformed state for a new chapter of my life. If you were with me when I started this blog 13 years ago, I wrote fully anonymously, so I know a few of my faithful readers [ ]
Explaining the Accordion
Here is an excellent explanation of the accordion by British accordion expert Leslie Thompson who describes how an accordion s notes and chords are organized, and how different sizes and styles vary. (via Laughing Squid)
Claviorgan
This is an organ and a harpsichord in one. Popular in 18th century Britain, about 20 of these hybrid instruments are still playable today.