Q. In poring through Victorian flower meanings, one can’t help but notice some remarkably specific and quirky attributions. Examples? . A. Here are some beauties from Kate Greenaway’s 1884 ‘Language of Flowers’. How and when does one go about sending these bouquets? . . Wild Tansy – I declare war

Q. Why can’t I get that song out of my head?! . A. What do Doja Cat, Sabrina Carpenter, and 300 audio-animatronic dolls have in common? They all take starring roles in songs which, once they get in your head, are not so willing to get out. Even the songs

Q. How happy are you to barrel through a singalong, knowing full well that you’re botching the lyrics?.’ ‘Here comes the hummunuhh.’ In mangling the words – and, in so doing, changing the meaning of it all – we are committing a ‘mondegreen.’ Which song lyrics are most often misheard?

Q. Happy Mother’s Day to all you incredible Mothers, and to those celebrating their Mums in person, at a distance, or in memorium. Love and miss you, Mum ❤️ What hints do the flower-loving Victorians offer us as we assemble bouquets or paint cards for Mother’s Day? . A. We

Q. You’ve put a lot of time into watching this show: episode after episode, year after year. Now, it’s all coming to an end. How on earth will they wrap things up in the finale? Will the tone fit what we have experienced so far? Will the ultimate character arcs,

Q. Opera is drama central. Come for it, and expect a drubbing. Quiet, I say. Keep quiet. Wise words from ‘The Magic Flute’s’ Tamino. Which operas have been particularly popular over the 21st Century? 🎭 A. In looking at Operabase’s analysis of professional performances from 2000 to 2025, we see..

Q. What were some of the nicknames given to and/or assumed by famous composers of the past? . A. . Ludwig van Beethoven. 1770-1827. The Grand Mogul or Big Shot As you can well imagine, the relationship between teacher Haydn and student Beethoven was not all dolce and light. “I

Q. Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️ Here’s to love in all its forms: romantic, family, friends… And what better symbol to craft and create with than the heart. What types of Valentine’s symbols are inspiring DIY artisans right now? . A. Well, according to Google Search Trends… • Every February, the

Q. Winter has its moments of striking beauty: the promise of a new start when sun meets freshly fallen snow. The bracing fragrance when the forest comes alive to a lashing of rain. But, winter also brings the need to get cozy and hide. What are people’s favourite ways to

Q. It’s Benedict Day 🎨🎭  As Season 4 of Bridgerton launches this fine Thursday, we are to dive into the story of artistic rebel brother, Benedict. What can we expect? . A. Well, we can expect a lot of eyeballs, for one. As of today, Bridgerton remains solidly embedded in