Notes on the Holiday: A Musical Journey

Notes on the Holiday: A Musical Journey
This Corpus Christi, we're taking a break from art and diving into the world of music! From lush meadows to the basics of musical notation, this video explains how notes and accidentals shape the melodies that move us. Inspired by Selena Gomez's "Who Says" and with a touch of natural magic. No politics, just music and joy!
Sources & Thanks:
MusikDurchblick: Das STATENSTADT (https://youtu.be/SNhxNecrDYw)

Sirius: Accidentals Explained (https://youtu.be/5UUy53IcabI)

Selena Gomez - Who Says (https://youtu.be/BzE1mX4Px0I)

Note symbols via https://www.toolcalculator.com/music-symbols.html

Sorry! I completely forgot:

The great song returns
Entzücklika, @entzucklika2021
May 24, 2024
Song by Alexander Bayer and Liam Lawton
Produced by Hans Werner Scharnowski for Ensemble Entzücklika
Vocals: Natascha Hausamann (and others)
from "Irische Messe: Die Saat geht auf"; Dehm-Verlag, Limburg

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Grok gut gelaunt:
Hey, great that you came across Selena Gomez during your music search via "Cis Songs"! I'd be happy to explain what makes her voice special and give you an overview of what she's currently doing (as of June 2025). Let's get started!
Selena Gomez's voice is unique, even if she doesn't have the classic powerhouse voice of Ariana Grande or Céline Dion. Here are the key characteristics:
Timbre and style: Selena has a rich, smoky voice with a poppy, warm tone that's often described as "sexy" and "inviting." Her timbre is unmistakable – it has a slight huskyness that conveys emotions like vulnerability or intimacy well. This is what makes songs like "Who Says" (https://youtu.be/BzE1mX4Px0I) or "Calm Down (Remix)" so special because she focuses on emotion rather than technical perfection.

Vocal Development: In her early career (e.g., her time with Disney on Wizards of Waverly Place), her voice was brighter and "bubbly." Since 2014–2017, her vocal peak, she has become more powerful and versatile, for example, in "Same Old Love." Since then, her voice has changed due to health challenges (more on that later). Today, it sounds deeper, sometimes a bit "draggy" or nasal, which fans discuss on platforms like Reddit.

Health Impact (Lupus): Selena was diagnosed with lupus in 2015, an autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and tissue damage, including in the vocal cords and lungs. According to Healthline, lupus can lead to vocal fatigue, hoarseness, and decreased vocal power. Many fans speculate that this is the main reason for the changes in her speaking and singing voice, for example, in 2025 interviews (Golden Globes, Oscars).

Live Performances: Selena has barely performed solo live since 2019 (her last known performance was before a panic attack), but she doesn't lip-sync, which is impressive. Her voice adapts well to collaborations, such as with Rema in "Calm Down," where she adds a "rich, soothing tone."

Criticism and Strength: Some criticize her voice as "monotonous" (e.g., in "Only Murders in the Building"), but others compare her to classics like Madeline Kahn. Her success lies in her pop timbre, which appeals to the masses, and her ability to convey emotions directly, without much vocal acrobatics.

In summary: Selena's voice is a mix of emotional pop charm and a unique timbre, shaped by her lupus disease, which has made it deeper and rawer. She may not be a technical virtuoso, but her authenticity and sound make her unmistakable.
What's Selena Gomez up to in 2025?
Selena is extremely active in music, acting, production, and philanthropy in 2025. Here's an overview based on current information:
Music:
In March 2025, she released her fourth studio album, "I Said I Love You First," a collaboration with her fiancé Benny Blanco. The album debuted high in the charts, although fans on X complained about a lack of promotion. It's a gift to fans who missed her music, focusing on personal lyrics rather than chart dominance.

Collaborations like "Calm Down (Remix)" with Rema are considered milestones ("most successful Afrobeats song of all time"). She also has older hits like "Taki Taki" and "Wolves."

According to X posts, she never wanted to be primarily a singer (Disney pushed her to do so), but sees herself as an actress. However, her pop timbre makes her a chart queen.

Acting:
Selena shines in the Hulu series "Only Murders in the Building" (since 2021, with Steve Martin and Martin Short). In 2025, she and the cast won a SAG Award for Best Comedy Ensemble Performance. She is also an executive producer and has been nominated for Emmys and Golden Globes. She is currently filming season 5 in NYC (seen in May 2025).

In the film "Emilia Pérez" (2024), she plays the wife of the title character in a Spanish-language musical crime thriller. The film earned her a Golden Globe nomination (Best Supporting Actress) and was nominated for 13 Oscars. She actively promoted it, for example, at the 2025 Oscars, where she also served as a presenter.

She returned in 2024-2025 for "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place," a sequel to her Disney series, and was involved as a producer.

Philanthropy and Rare Beauty:
Selena founded Rare Beauty, her cosmetics brand, in 2020, which was valued at $2 billion in 2024. She will launch new products in 2025, such as "Bouncy Blush" (event in NYC, March 2025).

Through the Rare Impact Fund, she raises money for mental health in disadvantaged communities. The second annual gala took place in LA on October 24, 2024, with stars such as Karol G and Benny Blanco, who donated large sums. She has raised over $20 million.

She has been a UNICEF ambassador since 2009 and advocates for lupus research.She has addressed LGBT rights and immigration issues and has worked with politicians such as Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

QF: "We especially wish her a speedy recovery on this!"

Her God-given voice will heal her!

Products and Collaborations:
In June 2025, she launched new cookies with OREO, as Newsweek reported...

She has produced series such as "13 Reasons Why" (2017–2020), "Living Undocumented" (2019), and "Selena + Chef" (2020–2023).