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Author Archives: Penelope Turner

Project Hildegard #3 (2)

It begins and ends with love: karitas habundat 2 – the kiss of peace karitas habundat in omnia de imis excellentissima super sidera atque amantissima in omnia quia summo regi osculum pacis dedit charitable love is in all things, from the depths to the highest stars. and of all things it is the most beloved, […]

Project Hildegard #3

I’m not quite sure yet how this one is going to evolve. For the time being, here it is in its simplicity. And, pretty relevant it is too, as praise for all those working so hard to help others in need. I raise my voice in thanks, though I’ll keep my ‘kiss of peace’ until […]

Project Hildegard #2 (3)

This is what happens when you don’t agree on what note to begin on… aer enim volat 3 – an ensemble is made up of individuals aer enim volat et cum omnibus creaturis officia sua exercet et firmamentum eum sustinet ac aer in viribus istius pascitur the air truly flies and, like all creatures, does […]

Project Hildegard #2 (2)

A piece inspired by our needs and duties in these coronavirus times. A focus on our need for air and an expression of gratitude for all those who continue to do their duty – whether it be in hospitals across the world, or patiently sitting out quarantine in solidarity. We are supported by the firmament; […]

Project Hildegard #2

My thoughts are very much with all those suffering at the moment from respiratory problems and painful lungs. And so my next Hildegard series is all about air. aer enim volat 1 – sharing the air aer enim volat et cum omnibus creaturis officia sua exercet et firmamentum eum sustinet ac aer in viribus istius […]