The Adrian Song of the Week
My latest creation.
Listen Here: The Island of St Dynwen (Welsh Patron Saint of Love.)
https://www.soundclick.com/music/songInfo.cfm?songID=14433306
A couple of weeks ago I spent some time at a retreat, led by songwriter, Andrea Stople. It was a wonderful experience to engage with like minded folk and explore the way words and music can take us to unexpected places in our imaginations.
One of the exercises had to do with picturing a place that meant a lot to to us, and finding images to describe it. My mind immediately went to Llandwyn Island, accessed by walking along the beach at Newborough, in Angelsey,Wales.
Not only are the views simply breathtaking, but the place is steeped in history and legend. Links below offer stories of St Dynwen, known as the Welsh Patron Saint of lovers, as well as giving a glimpse of the awe inspiring beauty of the area.
When we lived nearby I spent many joyful hours there with family. Sometimes swimming in the sea. Other times taking long walks with the dog along the shore. We didn't always visit the island itself, but it was always in view.
Capturing some of those images, alongside my personal reflections offered the foundation for a new song.
The Story of St Dynwen (for kids) https://youtu.be/X_U332b84rA
A Saint's Island A short film telling the story of Saint Dwynwen, the 'Welsh patron saint of lovers'. Filmed entirely on Llanddwyn Island. https://youtu.be/3U02qGD9UtY
Llandwyn Island from Above https://youtu.be/yRT8EQa3w08
The Island of St Dynwen (Welsh patron saint of lovers.)
Adrian J Pratt April 27 2022
Seagull cry, ancient rhyme
Romantic invitation
Healing vibes, wind blessed lives
Lovers destination
Walk slowly,Breathe in the air,
Take time, Be aware ....
Legends are just stories
We are writing today
Love the best, forget the rest
Be beautiful, Be beautiful, in your own way
Island at the intersection
Of heaven kissing earth
Treading ancestral footsteps
In the lands of my birth
Walk slowly, Breathe in the air,
Take time, Be aware ....
Legends are just stories
We are writing today
Love the best, forget the rest
Be beautiful, Be beautiful, in your own way
Pilgrim hopes, echo all around
Rediscovering
What others once found.
But it takes time
And its time worth taking....
It takes time
And its time worth taking....
It takes time
And its time worth taking....
Walk slowly, Breathe in the air,
Take time, Be aware ....
Legends are just stories
We are writing today
Love the best, forget the rest
Be beautiful, Be beautiful, in your own way