* In a Paris Moment, by my friend and very talented photographer Meredith Mullins, was my inspiration!
** Today I'm giving you France's beloved and a much younger Johnny Hallyday's version. Your thoughts??
Monday, June 4, 2012
Un autre moment à Paris
* In a Paris Moment, by my friend and very talented photographer Meredith Mullins, was my inspiration!
** Today I'm giving you France's beloved and a much younger Johnny Hallyday's version. Your thoughts??
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Lovely shot, V. I agree, a magical moment. Since you asked, I was quite impressed with the Johnny Halliday version of "Hymne à l'Amour" when I first heard it. Nobody - and I mean nobody - does the song like "La Piaf," just to be clear, but he put his heart into it, and pulled it off quite nicely, I think. I also like that he sings it as an "encore" and dedicates the song to his faithful audience. After all, their love story has lasted for over 50 years! Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)
I love the expression "to have a Paris moment"! I know exactly what you mean!
This photo is a reaL stunner V. I do like the way you captured the musician mid melody lost in the quavers and chords. Black and white was the perfect choice.
He looks lost in the reverie of his music. You're a softie, dear V ~ and isn't that lovely!!
Virginia, look again. I think that this may be the same person from two years earlier.
Great portrait, and a spot where one can always find a performer.
Virginia, I hope you know that Johnny is Belgian !! or at least half ;)
anni
Genie, yes it is the same musician I photographed before!, that's why it was so special. :)
V
Anni, I should have known. The whole Johnny Hallyday thing still has me puzzled!
You've captured a wonderful movement in this shot and
B&W really works here.
Isn't it marvelous to meet people a couple of years later on the same spot in marche, cafe, colonnade, musicians, dancers, to see familiar faces -parisians. It brings you a feeling of belonging, n'est pas?
Me too, love those precious Paris moments.
Saxophone at the Louvre colonnade very late at night, when some one talented playing just for you and a few other strangers, unforgettable Paris moment. The entire Court des Pyramids filled with passionate floating tunes. Thank you Virginia.
Natalie, you are so right. It does give me a feeling of belonging when I find the same artists or musicians on another visit. And the sax player in the Louvre is remarkable. I remember the first time I heard it. Peter and I had done a late night shoot and we heard him playing. It took a few minutes to locate the source of the music. It was indeed magical!
Natalie, you are so right. It does give me a feeling of belonging when I find the same artists or musicians on another visit. And the sax player in the Louvre is remarkable. I remember the first time I heard it. Peter and I had done a late night shoot and we heard him playing. It took a few minutes to locate the source of the music. It was indeed magical!
kismet!
"The whole Johnny Hallyday thing still has you puzzled?!" -- I am not a true Johnny fan, but like many French kids of my generation, I grew up listening to that guy. So here it is: Think of Johnny as the Brits think of the Queen of England. No need to like him. He has been there all that time. He still sings (and occasionally acts;) he endures. Respect. PS: I am not even a Johnny fan... :-)
This young man certainly seem lost in his music. I clicked onto l'Hymne a l'amour and I couldn't get it to take me to the site to hear the song?
I have the book In a Paris Moment and love it!
French Girl said it for me: I will always associate this song with Piaf, but my "old friend" Johnny gave it his all for sure. Interesting choice for your harpist (he is YOUR harpist, n'est-ce pas?) to play as well.
There is a good chance that you will find your friend the harpist again. I have seen him a few times since, always on the same spot. ... and he really plays well!!
Belle photo. The pose of his arms and hands is what really makes it (in my humble opinion). I'm feeling pretty smug for just "knowing" it was the Place des Vosges. My favorite piece of real estate in Paris.
Must have been a magical, musical moment, V de B!
Bravo!
When my son was little he drove us crazy wanting to learn the harp! Thankfully he is playing the piano and loving it!
J'aime ce petit moment magique capturé à Paris.
Wonderful portrait of a very fine musician Virginia. I must agree with Veronique though about L'Hymne a l'amour it's Edith Piaf pour moi!
Peter, that's good to hear and get your hanky out pour moi! :)
V
I love those kind of moments! very special!
Sharon
xxxx
We've only checked out Place de Vosges once and I don't remember him being there. Maybe in September since we'll be so close.
One of the most special things about Paris is the street musicians...he must be good if he's still there!!
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