Santorini and the Second Concert plus Nokia's New 'phone

The Queen Victoria is in Santorini today.
Robin has been there many times before and always enjoys it.
See 'Sun, Sea and Santorini' for one of his previous experiences.

When I last spoke to him, Robin had just completed the long walk up a very steep hill, and was enjoying a cup of coffee and a spectacular view.
He will only be on land a short time, as his second concert is tonight.
So whilst the tourists explore the island, Robin will be rehearsing.

He must be doing something right, and getting excellent reviews from these various trips, as he keeps getting re-booked.
A point highlighted by a waiter this morning over breakfast:

"You're back again? You're always back again."

It's a good job really judging by the views of the younger generation.
Apparently, they rarely, if ever, pay for the music they listen too.
Where has this 'something for nothing' attitude come from?
Free downloads and file sharing are a real concern for most musicians.

However, Nokia have come up with an idea.
They have unveiled a new music service.
You can watch a report by the BBC's Rory Cellan-Jones here.
It appears that people will be paying for their music, albeit indirectly, when they purchase a 'phone with this service.

How much of that will filter back down to the artist I have yet to establish.
But it could possibly be a long term solution to the problem.
I shall be watching with interest...

Jet Lag - What Jet Lag...

Most people would allow themselves a few days to recover from a long haul flight and the associated jet lag.
In an ideal world so would Robin.
But it isn't always possible.
From experience, Robin has found it easier to adjust, if he stays up until roughly our normal bedtime, and, maybe has an extra hour or so sleep the next morning.
So, Thursday evening he did manage to stay awake, even if the conversation was somewhat limited!
By Friday he appeared more or less back to normal. Which was a good thing as he had a busy weekend ahead.
All private functions, but they still require the same rehearsal, dedication and polished presentation.

Today has been particularly hectic as Robin was out this afternoon playing to a very appreciative audience, came home long enough to eat some tea and kick a ball in the garden with some number two, then dashed off out again.

I do hope the jet lag doesn't catch up with him tomorrow as it's the day of the party for son number two.
This will involve 18 small and noisy children.
No matter how tired Robin is, he won't be getting out of this one...not that he would want to.
I think he's really looking forward to taking a few hours out to do something completely different.
I'll probably have to remind him of that tomorrow....