The Sterile Left

David Gornoski uses the term “sterile left” to critique a segment of modern political and cultural thought that, in his view, has lost its connection to authentic human experience. He describes this sterility not in […]

O Fortuna

O Fortuna: Carl Orff’s Dramatic Masterpiece “O Fortuna” is the iconic opening and closing movement of Carl Orff’s cantata Carmina Burana, composed in 1935-36. Drawing from medieval Latin poetry, this powerful piece dramatizes the capricious […]

Cat Stevens and the Hero’s Journey

Cat Stevens’ 1970 song “On the Road to Find Out” embodies Joseph Campbell’s monomyth—the hero’s journey that appears across cultures throughout history. Stevens distilled this archetypal structure into a folk-rock composition capturing the universal experience […]

To the One – Harvest

“To the One” by Harvest is a worship song that expresses devotion and praise to God. The lyrics focus on themes of surrender, love, and gratitude, reflecting a deep connection with the divine. The song […]