The Sacredness of Nature: Paganism in 2023

Pagan observances in 2023 are a collection of rituals and celebrations practiced by modern-day pagans. Paganism encompasses a diverse range of beliefs and traditions, but all revolve around a connection with nature and ancient spiritual practices. In 2023, pagans will observe the wheel of the year, which consists of eight significant festivals known as Sabbats. The Sabbats are divided into two categories: the solstices and equinoxes, which mark the changing seasons, and the cross-quarter days, which represent the midpoint between each solstice and equinox. The first major observance in 2023 is Imbolc, which takes place on February 1st or 2nd. Imbolc celebrates the first signs of spring and the return of the light.

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Now place the paper on your right shoe and slam your foot on the ground nine times doesn t have to be so loud that everyone hears it As you slam it the ninth time say SO MOTE IT BE. Raise it to your temple and chant three times the following To be protected from you, This magic charm i will do, With this words i bind thee, For you to let me be, To be protected from your harm, I now seal this charm.

Imbolc celebrates the first signs of spring and the return of the light. It is a time to honor the goddess Brigid and to purify and cleanse oneself in preparation for the coming season. Next is Ostara, which occurs around March 20th or 21st, marking the spring equinox.

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I just never works for me. For example I imported a Lionel Richie song. I notice it doest' line up to the beat soI put on polyphonic mode to quantize the sample. Well, it doesn't even quantize it correctly. the down kicks are off the further down the song I go, there are artifacts and it speeds and slows down the song. I try x form, and still the same result, so I end up warping it myself which still I end up slowing and speeding up the song. Am I missing something? I spent more than 3 hours doing this. Finally taking a break for fear of throwing my Mac out the window.

In ableton this would be a none issue. I would have warped the song in under 30 minutes, and began working on my idea.

Abletons warping algorithm is the best I've ever worked with. It's usually 80-90 % correct automatically, but pro tools, I'm always having issues. Everytime. It's laughable honestly.

You can choose different elastic audio modes in system preferences under Processing - the Digidesign/Avid T/CE is the best algorithm to use.

Also you might only be warping a part of the tune and not the whole selection with your warping points. Just a thought - i'm not sure of your experience with elastic audio but here's a tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_VufsUuiRc

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I just never works for me. For example I imported a Lionel Richie song. I notice it doest' line up to the beat soI put on polyphonic mode to quantize the sample. Well, it doesn't even quantize it correctly. the down kicks are off the further down the song I go, there are artifacts and it speeds and slows down the song. I try x form, and still the same result, so I end up warping it myself which still I end up slowing and speeding up the song. Am I missing something? I spent more than 3 hours doing this. Finally taking a break for fear of throwing my Mac out the window.

In ableton this would be a none issue. I would have warped the song in under 30 minutes, and began working on my idea.

Abletons warping algorithm is the best I've ever worked with. It's usually 80-90 % correct automatically, but pro tools, I'm always having issues. Everytime. It's laughable honestly.

Don't use Elastic for this sort of thing, I can't imagine it working well on a full mix without a great deal of work. stick to Ableton (or Melodyne even, though I've not tried it there myself.) Elastic works pretty well for subtle changes to timing (as I've just done on some bounced BVs, hoorah) but even then it can take a good deal of work to not make it sound like utter pants.

EA and X-Form seem to be very program dependent to me. And there doesn't seem to be any logic behind why one stretch works and the another stretch of similar source material doesn't.

My workflow goes
1. Try Avid first - sometimes it sounds great but if that fails.
2. . Fire up Meolodyne. There's witchcraft in that there code. It's spookily impressive.
3. . And finally Ableton Live. I initially dismissed this as a painting-by-numbers toy app for those of limited ability but it's a hugely impressive and powerful tool. Dismiss it at your peril.

Elastic audio can be an effective pre-production tool.

Consider using real-time polyphonic processing with a single audio track in tick mode for these purposes:

To adjust the tempo of scratch audio ideas (such as guitar) in preparation for tracking new unadulterated signals at a more suitable tempo.
In effect, a tailored guide track for more official tracking.

Especially if you are combining audio with MIDI during pre-production.
For me, scratch guitar + MIDI drums is a good pre-production start point for a song.
And yes, the guitar sounds altered. But not to worry, because it's only scratch guitar tracks I am warbling.

It enables me to listen back hands free and decide on the ideal tempo to re-track at.
Especially when it comes to finding the "niche groove" for the vocals.
I can sing along while making adjustments to ensure there is breathing room between vocal phrases and that the drum fills aren't cocaine fast or alcohol slow in relation to the guitar & vocals.

What's more, it makes the scratch tracks you might otherwise delete, useful.
The guiding idea is there regardless of being a bit warbled and you aren't messing with any of the final tracks.
This way, the right tempo can be determined before officially tracking any other instruments and having to re-do or warble those as well.

Simply stated, the best tracks take time (and the finer the wine) no matter how many listen backs, tempo adjustments or re-dos.

That's why I invested in Pro Tools as a home user. I can take as long as I'd like to get something right.

Elastic audio for me has served as an effective pre-production tool.
For getting meticulous Mutt Lange precise tempos for each song/album section.
After which, any re-tracking is worth all the effort.

Always label your herbs. Even the most adept herbalist can get confused once in awhile. The labeling method is another matter of choice. As I use my herbs for many purposes, I generally just label by herb name. However, you could also add a few lines stating elemental properties, basic uses, etc. As you learn more you may want to store herbal blends. Label these with the types of herbs used and the purpose it was intended for when you blended it. Maybe you found a certain natural incense you made that you really like. Blend a bunch of it, label it, and jot down the purpose for which you like to use it, e.g., power, relaxation, etc. You’ll find this simple step very useful in the future; don’t always rely on memory.

This Sabbat celebrates the balance between light and dark as the days continue to grow longer. It is a time to celebrate new beginnings, fertility, and the awakening of the earth. Beltane, also known as May Day, is observed on May 1st or 2nd. This festival welcomes the arrival of summer and is associated with fertility and abundance. Beltane is often celebrated with bonfires, dancing, and the weaving of flower crowns. Litha, also known as the summer solstice, falls on June 20th or 21st. It is the longest day of the year and represents the peak of summer. Pagans honor the sun and the energy of the season, often through outdoor celebrations, bonfires, and rituals. Lammas, also known as Lughnasadh, takes place on August 1st or 2nd. This festival celebrates the first harvest and the abundance of the earth. It is a time to give thanks for the bountiful crops and to honor the god Lugh, who represents the skills and talents of humankind. Mabon, observed on September 21st or 22nd, marks the autumn equinox. It is a time to celebrate the harvest and to prepare for the approaching winter. Pagans give thanks for the abundance of the season and reflect on the balance between light and dark. Samhain, also known as Halloween, is observed on October 31st or November 1st. It represents the final harvest, the dying of the old year, and the beginning of the new. Samhain is often associated with honoring ancestors, divination, and honoring the cycle of life and death. The final Sabbat of the year is Yule, which falls on December 21st or 22nd, coinciding with the winter solstice. Yule celebrates the rebirth of the sun and the return of lighter days. It is a time to gather around the hearth, exchange gifts, and honor the cycles of nature. In conclusion, pagan observances in 2023 follow the wheel of the year, celebrating the changing seasons and the connection with the natural world. These festivals provide opportunities for pagans to honor ancient traditions, honor deities, and connect with their spiritual selves..

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