Greg Johnson
@horses-to-the-moon.bsky.social
Musician, gardener, archivist
Celtic, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Jazz
Harp, Viola da Gamba, Hurdy Gurdy, Irish Bouzouki, Electric and Double Bass, Trombone, Sackbut, Tenor Banjo, Guitar, Tin Whistle, Bodhran
linktr.ee/oldways
Celtic, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Jazz
Harp, Viola da Gamba, Hurdy Gurdy, Irish Bouzouki, Electric and Double Bass, Trombone, Sackbut, Tenor Banjo, Guitar, Tin Whistle, Bodhran
linktr.ee/oldways
Short sampler of our song “Dakota” from our new album Crop Circles youtube.com/playlist?lis...
March 31, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Short sampler of our song “Dakota” from our new album Crop Circles youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Our new album is out now! You can listen to Crop Circles by The Wineskins on all major platforms. youtube.com/playlist?lis...
March 11, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Our new album is out now! You can listen to Crop Circles by The Wineskins on all major platforms. youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Our new album from my band the Wineskins comes out soon. Stay tuned!
February 24, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Our new album from my band the Wineskins comes out soon. Stay tuned!
Here’s a piece from Cornwall I’m playing on viola da gamba and harp. #violadagamba #harp
February 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Here’s a piece from Cornwall I’m playing on viola da gamba and harp. #violadagamba #harp
Music notation software question: I used to use Finale before they folded. I know this is subjective, but I'm comparing Dorico, Sibelius, and Musescore. Composers/arrangers, what do y'all like/hate about these?
February 14, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Music notation software question: I used to use Finale before they folded. I know this is subjective, but I'm comparing Dorico, Sibelius, and Musescore. Composers/arrangers, what do y'all like/hate about these?
I really like Bluesky as an alternative to the greed-driven worlds of Meta and X, but I can't get traction on any posts here. I've posted content related to politics, gardening, music, empathy...crickets. I've tried hashtags. I always add alt-text...nothing. I sound whiny, but zero engagement?
February 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM
I really like Bluesky as an alternative to the greed-driven worlds of Meta and X, but I can't get traction on any posts here. I've posted content related to politics, gardening, music, empathy...crickets. I've tried hashtags. I always add alt-text...nothing. I sound whiny, but zero engagement?
Side-by-side screenshots of the National Park Service's Stonewall National Monument captured on February 10 and 13, 2025. Following a directive from Musk/Trump LGBTQ is now LGB, attempting to erase references to transgender and queer. We won't forget!
February 13, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Side-by-side screenshots of the National Park Service's Stonewall National Monument captured on February 10 and 13, 2025. Following a directive from Musk/Trump LGBTQ is now LGB, attempting to erase references to transgender and queer. We won't forget!
Yes I do have an iPhone, but I’m experimenting with alternatives to Google. So far I’m finding Ecosia to work just fine. They seem to be a good company that cares about the environment (I’m suspicious of everything these days). I just set it as my default search engine: iPhone >Settings>Search
February 11, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Yes I do have an iPhone, but I’m experimenting with alternatives to Google. So far I’m finding Ecosia to work just fine. They seem to be a good company that cares about the environment (I’m suspicious of everything these days). I just set it as my default search engine: iPhone >Settings>Search
To the "Trump has done more in two weeks than other presidents did in 4 years!" crowd: When I was renovating my old house, knocking out drywall and gutting the place was quick and easy. Building back with better structure took time and skill. Destroying systems isn't the show of power you think.
February 5, 2025 at 2:36 PM
To the "Trump has done more in two weeks than other presidents did in 4 years!" crowd: When I was renovating my old house, knocking out drywall and gutting the place was quick and easy. Building back with better structure took time and skill. Destroying systems isn't the show of power you think.
While bird flu is relatively low risk for songbirds, they can help spread it to chickens, ducks, etc. Consider cleaning your bird feeders. It's probably a good idea to routinely clean them, regardless of disease.
February 3, 2025 at 5:05 PM
While bird flu is relatively low risk for songbirds, they can help spread it to chickens, ducks, etc. Consider cleaning your bird feeders. It's probably a good idea to routinely clean them, regardless of disease.
I recorded this a few years ago, but the last two weeks make this feel more appropriate than ever. What are you doing to find balance amidst the chaos? I have started seeds indoors for early germination. Can’t wait to #garden again! #koyaanisqatsi #phillipglass #violadagamba #bass #trombone
January 31, 2025 at 9:52 PM
I recorded this a few years ago, but the last two weeks make this feel more appropriate than ever. What are you doing to find balance amidst the chaos? I have started seeds indoors for early germination. Can’t wait to #garden again! #koyaanisqatsi #phillipglass #violadagamba #bass #trombone
Today’s diversion from the US chaos. #violadagamba
January 30, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Today’s diversion from the US chaos. #violadagamba
“When sorrows come, they come not single spies but in battalions” - Hamlet Act IV, scene 5 The tidal wave of insane news is by design to overwhelm. Take just a brief moment to recenter.
January 28, 2025 at 4:44 PM
“When sorrows come, they come not single spies but in battalions” - Hamlet Act IV, scene 5 The tidal wave of insane news is by design to overwhelm. Take just a brief moment to recenter.
The Road To Lisdoonvarna
January 27, 2025 at 8:36 PM
The Road To Lisdoonvarna
Soundtrack to 2025 so far…
January 27, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Soundtrack to 2025 so far…
January 24, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Take a short break from #doomscrolling and enjoy some #harp music. This tune is Niel Gow’s Lament on the Death of His Second Wife. Scottish composer Gow lived from 1727-1807.
January 23, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Take a short break from #doomscrolling and enjoy some #harp music. This tune is Niel Gow’s Lament on the Death of His Second Wife. Scottish composer Gow lived from 1727-1807.
I’m using egg cartons as seed starting trays. Getting some cabbage, broccoli, kale, and collards going.
January 23, 2025 at 4:56 AM
I’m using egg cartons as seed starting trays. Getting some cabbage, broccoli, kale, and collards going.
How does one get any engagement on BlueSky? I’m not needing tons of interactions, i just don’t see any evidence that this content is being seen. I’m experimenting to see if me speaking on the most boring topic imaginable somehow gets noticed. I just don’t know how all this works.
January 22, 2025 at 5:42 PM
How does one get any engagement on BlueSky? I’m not needing tons of interactions, i just don’t see any evidence that this content is being seen. I’m experimenting to see if me speaking on the most boring topic imaginable somehow gets noticed. I just don’t know how all this works.
It’s all doom and gloom in the world, but let’s not forget about music, art, dance, theatre….
January 22, 2025 at 4:40 PM
It’s all doom and gloom in the world, but let’s not forget about music, art, dance, theatre….
Just because those in power are modeling the opposite, please don't forget the values of empathy, compassion, sharing, and kindness many of us were taught as kids. I think it is still possible to fight fascism without losing these concepts. I don't think it is easy, but do believe it is possible.
January 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Just because those in power are modeling the opposite, please don't forget the values of empathy, compassion, sharing, and kindness many of us were taught as kids. I think it is still possible to fight fascism without losing these concepts. I don't think it is easy, but do believe it is possible.
Here’s a snippet of the instrumental interlude in Loreena McKennitt’s song “The Two Trees”
January 20, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Here’s a snippet of the instrumental interlude in Loreena McKennitt’s song “The Two Trees”
“Near Light” by Icelandic composer Ólafur Arnalds. I’m playing on Viola da gamba and double bass
January 20, 2025 at 1:04 AM
“Near Light” by Icelandic composer Ólafur Arnalds. I’m playing on Viola da gamba and double bass
Bear Dance - featuring hurdy gurdy, harp, viola da gamba, and low whistle
January 19, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Bear Dance - featuring hurdy gurdy, harp, viola da gamba, and low whistle
Who else’s “pets” allow you to live in their house?!
December 7, 2024 at 2:25 PM
Who else’s “pets” allow you to live in their house?!