March 17, 2020 is the day the world shifted and it hasn't righted itself since.
I had a House Concert booked for March 17 and in the few days leading up to the concert we were on again off…
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Nov 9 2020
May 7 2020
THE SAGA OF BIG RED
THE SAGA OF BIG RED
Big Red was a beloved Dodge Caravan that had travelled with us over many back roads and highways in search of adventure.
Big Red was roomy enough for four musicians and their gear.
Big Red…
Apr 24 2020
PANDEMIC FIRST ON-LINE CONCERT!
LATEST ADVENTURE OF A LATE BLOOMER!!
HARLEY & HARLEY ON-LINE CONCERT!
I hope everyone is staying healthy and practicing safe social encounters.
The virtual world is becoming more and more a part of everyday life. I have…
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Aug 26 2019
LATE BLOOMER BUSKING BLOG #4
THE GRANDMA BUSKER!
I have given myself the nickname The Grandma Busker!
I am here to say that my adventure in busking has turned out to be way more helpful, eventful, productive and fun than I could ever…
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Jul 12 2019
LATE BLOOMER BUSKING BLOG #3
I AM STRONGER THAN I THOUGHT!!
The lessons continue!!
- This was my third time officially busking. I was once again on Stephen Ave in downtown Calgary during the height of The Calgary Stampede. I was curious to see…
Jul 3 2019
LATE BLOOMER BUSKING BLOG #2
My second official busking adventure is now behind me! I learned a few more important things.
A big shout out to Jarred Albright for coming to busk with me with his brand new violin!
I learned if I…
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Jun 13 2019
LATE BLOOMER BUSKING!
Well, I accomplished my first 'official' busking event yesterday on Stephen Avenue Mall in downtown Calgary!
My observations about what I learned from this experience are varied.
I learned I need to eat a bigger breakfast before I…
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Feb 4 2016
Still Blooming After All These Years!!!
I want to stop today and encourage everyone who is thinking about following a dream.
Perhaps you are thinking it is too late.
I am living proof that it is never too late to start.
I taught pre-school, raised a…Read more
Perhaps you are thinking it is too late.
I am living proof that it is never too late to start.
I taught pre-school, raised a…Read more
Jan 22 2014
THE POWER OF SMALL STEPS!!
I can't believe how fast times flies!! It has been almost two years since I last posted as an official late bloomer!!!
I have been steadily working on my craft as songwriter and performer/entertainer!! I have had wonderful opportunities…Read more
I have been steadily working on my craft as songwriter and performer/entertainer!! I have had wonderful opportunities…Read more
Nov 4 2012
Carolyn Harley: Singing with the Symphony!!
Another exciting adventure in music and being a 'late bloomer'!!
This weekend I did three concerts with the Red Deer Chamber Orchestra as part of a compilation concept CD project . The concert was the premiere of Everybody's World…Read more
This weekend I did three concerts with the Red Deer Chamber Orchestra as part of a compilation concept CD project . The concert was the premiere of Everybody's World…Read more
May 31 2012
Carolyn Harley: The Purple Aster
I think if you have a good idea it doesn't matter how long it takes you to get around to doing something with the idea.
I had written on a piece of paper the idea of an evening dedicated…Read more
I had written on a piece of paper the idea of an evening dedicated…Read more
Apr 3 2012
Carolyn Harley: The Famous Five
I had an opportunity to visit my mother in Chilliwack, BC. My Mom is 85 years young and is still a going concern. She is losing her eyesight to macular degeneration and also has hearing loss as well as the…Read more