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CAROUSEL WIND
Acoustic / Lyrical / Comedy

Creating a wind with a whimsical flare



Carousel Square, New Jersey
United States

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Member Since12/1/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.musickingdom.com/
Band MembersTHE IDEA OF MOUNTAINS One of the themes I play around with is the idea of mountains fading in the distance, becoming transparent and flying. I have done this through the use of Canada Geese which I have personally trained to fly in "V" formation. My goal is to encourage these majestic birds to spell my name across the sky. The most difficult letter of course is "S" because you have to get two flocks to fly in opposite directions on a near collision course. RETURNING TO THE SCENE OF THE CLIMB I stepped out the back door one morning and saw the light that had not yet graced the earth glowing in the wings of geese. I thought; "The least I can do is rise with the geese." This is about returning to the scene of the climb. "When I could climb the mountain I didn't—now that I can't I'm gonna." "I heard the cries that came from below." Were the cries from within me, or from people who were just down in the valley? I once heard the saying: 'A friend is like a mountain seen best from far away.' Then I happened on a poster of a peak with the caption: ''It's not the mountain that's stopping you; It's the pebble in your shoe.' So I shook out the pebble and headed for the blue. In the clear cold air of reality the mountain seems closer than it actually is. Close to the foothills you realize what the summit stands for. You see the mountain for the transparent thing it is—And everything it isn't. After you've reached the peak you have to challenge your personal best. "I don't think I'll ever rest until I've reached my Everest." I'm not putting a human face on an impossible dream; I'm putting a Godly face on a possible dream.
Influences A long time ago I was on the incline And everything above The clouds was mine With the summit in sight A few steps to go I heard the cries That came from below I think I'm gonna make it I'm gonna make it Up to you I've made it To the mountain This time I'll see it through Stayed in the valley Put off the climb Mountain remained In back of my mind The valley grew quiet As time slipped away Kept telling myself I'll make it some day My dreams are filled With rocks and snow Triumphant air is thin You go as high As you can go And then Your climb begins I'm gonna make it I've crossed the abyss What is this mountain Does it really exist The impossible pile Of rocks that I face Is just an old friend I forgot to embrace © 1995 Stefan des Lauriers
Sounds LikeThere are two CD's at CDbaby which can be ordered online. The first one is "Carousel Wind' which is Chris Alan singing Stefan's songs http://cdbaby.com/cd/chrisandstefan [the band link will also get you there.] The second is "Time of Wonder," a childrens/family CD http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/lauriers with just Stefan singing.

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Record LabelMUSIC KINGDOM


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   About CAROUSEL WIND
~~~When men first landed on the moon, I was working as an armed human scarecrow at a cherry farm. My alleged duty was to sit on top of a rickety tower and scare the birds with a shotgun. To look the part I would often wear my poetry coat. ~~~My poetry coat had humble beginnings as a navy blue overcoat in the Salvation Army. I tie dye bleached it and inscribed poems in the faded blotches. The poems were kept on the inside, it being a time when I still had some modesty and occasionally opened up to bare my soul. ~~~Sometimes I would employ the poetry coat as my phantom surrogate. Using a water cooler in place of my head, I would put a straw hat on it, and place it where the railing converged. Then I'd prop up a crate and drape my coat with the shotgun holding the arms on the railing, thereby creating the illusion of being on the job. ~~~The only difference between an actual scarecrow and a human scarecrow is the human element. By removing the human element I was able to come down to earth and do nefarious things, such as sneak up on my friend Michael in his nearby tower. ~~~During the evening when flocks of starlings flew high overhead some of the young charges would blast their way through high heaven. Of course we were supposed to just scare the birds and not kill them. Nothing in the job description, however, specifically stated that we shouldn't perforate our fellow workers. ~~~So it was with quiet abandon that I made my usual climb up Michael's tower. The towers had a tendency to sway when mounted, so it was difficult to ascend in a stealthy manner. Approaching the last few rungs I heard a volley of shots. Michael peered over the edge. "Now Stefan," he said, "I knew you were up to something when I saw that crow land on your hat." ~~~Upon returning to my tower I was shocked to see what had happened in my absence. My beloved poetry coat had been shot full of holes. I opened the walking anthology, and saw how a fine spray had decimated my precious lyrics. Looking through the holes I came to the sad realization that there were words missing from some of my poems. And that was the first time it occurred to me that I should edit my work. ~~~© 1997 Stefan des Lauriers

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denise





Jun 3 2009 12:47 PM

HAPPY EASTER
Rose


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Apr 7 2009 9:03 PM

Even tho' we are a couple of days into the new year, I didn't want any more days to slip by before I could drop by to wish you a Happy New Year. May you be blessed with properity, good health and happiness this year.
All the best to you! ~Rose
Stephanie Sunshine & The Scott Brigade





Apr 7 2009 9:03 PM

Hey there, I really think that is my favorite suit of all on myspace/ Peace, stephanie
♥♥LuViE♥♥





Apr 7 2009 9:02 PM

Hi..How are you??
L&F
Kat
Rosendo





Apr 7 2009 9:02 PM

Stefan~

To you and yours, an abundance of
warmth, love and togetherness this Thanksgiving Day.

Key ingredients to enjoying life~

Peace and Light~
Rosendo and Family
~**Al3x@**~ Gr@ci@s for my Birthd@y Wish3s





Apr 7 2009 9:02 PM

HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING ON THURSDAY
Mystic♥Rose "LOVE as a Cure"





Apr 7 2009 9:02 PM

Stopping by Stefan,
for a listen to your songs!
~Lanelle
Mei-Feng





Apr 7 2009 9:01 PM

Dear Stefan:
I love your songs so much !
Thank You !!

Mei Feng
CHRISSY





Apr 7 2009 9:01 PM

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM CHRISSY
*Elizabeth*





Apr 7 2009 9:01 PM

Happy Holidays From My Family To Yours!
Randy Granger





Apr 7 2009 9:01 PM

Wishing you all the Peace of the Season.
Randy Granger
Guarro





Apr 7 2009 9:01 PM

hi there stephan
dropping by to wish you a fantastic christmas
and hope you surround yourself with
many friends for the new year
all the best for 2009
guarro
Suzi O





Apr 7 2009 9:01 PM

Hey:-)
How are you Doing?!

Hope you had a very merry Christmas:-)
And this time of year brings you love and joy!


xoxo ~Suzi
Mystic♥Rose "LOVE as a Cure"





Apr 7 2009 9:00 PM

Best wishes for the New Year!
~Lanelle
Rosendo





Apr 7 2009 8:53 PM

Have a beautiful day Stefan~

Your friend~
Rosendo
Rosendo





Apr 7 2009 8:53 PM

Stephen~

Dreams~

The winds have shifted and teetered me off course. However, the core is solid and is fueled continuously by desire and an undeniable stubbornness.

The ship exhibits definite signs of strain from time to time, but for the most part is a reliable and willing component on this journey into a reality we have a hand in manipulating.

We go as far as we can~

Have a blessed Sunday my friend.
Rosendo
denise





Apr 7 2009 8:52 PM

HI. HOPE ALL IS WELL
Rosendo





Apr 7 2009 8:52 PM

Stefan,

Wishing you and yours a joyous Holiday Season~

peace and light~
Rosendo
Stefan





Apr 7 2009 8:51 PM

Just dropping by to say hi!
Stefan
Rosendo





Apr 7 2009 8:51 PM

Hello Stefan~

Well the economy is on the brink, but the sun still shines bright and supplies us with an abundance of warmth~

peace and light~
Rosendo
denise





Oct 9 2008 11:59 PM

HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL/GOD BLESS
Eastman





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Aug 26 2008 6:17 AM

Hi Stephan
Wishing you a week filled with wonderful peace.

Nana Rocks
Rosendo





Jul 15 2008 3:19 PM

Good Morning~

The energy cells are charged and the days events have been partially discussed. Just a few more preparations before leaving the mother ship.

I hope the stars are aligned to make this day a day to remember~

peace~
Rosendo
Rosendo





Jul 29 2008 3:28 PM

Hello Stefan~

Things in California are getting smoky again. The hills are charred and the sky's are grey. Everything seems to be lost in black and white.

I came by here for a bit of color~

All my best~
Rosendo
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