Elaine Silver returns for a special concert night, performing her favorites and new material. Halloween contest winners crowned.
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In this special YouTube video titled “Special Concert and Halloween Party with Faerie Elaine Silver,” Neal VanDeRee the Church Officiator, welcomes Elaine, the musician and metaphysical musical ministry performer to the Church of Perpetual Life’s Halloween concert. Elaine Silver is a resident musician and special guest, and Neal shares her background in working with best-selling Mind Body Spirit authors and performing at New Thought centers and progressive churches across the country. Elaine has a catalog of acclaimed recordings, captivating live performances, and uplifting messages. Elaine starts with a collaborative performance of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” with the audience. Elaine then shares insights on the historical significance of Halloween, originating from the Celtic word “Samhain” and its connection to earth-based traditions, honoring deceased loved ones, and marking the Celtic New Year. She advocates for sustainability and shares her song “Mother Mother Nature,” emphasizing our responsibility to honor the elements and our connection to the planet. Elaine then reflects on her memories of her late mother, famous for running a nursery school and sharing teachings about circles in nature and life. Throughout the night, Elaine performs songs rooted in powerful themes like the present moment, the power of thoughts, and embracing change, acceptance, and adaptation.
- 00:00:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled “Special Concert and Halloween Party with Elaine Silver,” Neal VanDeRee welcomes viewers in person, via Zoom, and streaming on YouTube to the Church of Perpetual Life’s Halloween concert. Elaine Silver, a musician and metaphysical musical ministry performer, is introduced as the resident musician and special guest for the evening. Neal shares Elaine’s background, including her work with various best-selling Mind Body Spirit authors and her ministry that sees her perform at New Thought centers and progressive churches across the country. Elaine Silver’s catalog of acclaimed recordings, captivating live performances, and uplifting messages are praised, as she is available for concerts, workshops, keynotes, and special events. The music from the concert is noted to be recorded and used for future generations, and Elaine is brought up to sing a song with the audience, inviting them to join in. The song chosen is Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.
- 00:05:00 Elaine Silver, a Divinity Priestess, celebrates Halloween and shares its historical significance. Rooted in earth-based spirituality, Halloween originates from the Celtic word “Samhain,” meaning “summer’s end.” Its pronunciation varies from “sawin” in the US to “sa” in Ireland. Samhain is celebrated around October 31st in the Northern Hemisphere and May 1st down south. This night honors deceased loved ones and ancestors, as the veil separating the living and non-living worlds is believed to be at its thinnest. The blending of worlds makes it an excellent time to connect with those on the other side. The beauty of autumn foliage against this backdrop emphasizes its magical atmosphere. Moreover, Samhain marks the Celtic New Year’s Eve, providing an opportunity for individuals to release aspects of their lives no longer serving them as they transition into the new year.
- 00:10:00 Elaine discusses the importance of honoring earth-based traditions and the belief in immortality. She explains that various celebrations, such as Hallow’s Eve and All Saints and All Souls day, represent different elements and directions, starting with air in the East, followed by fire in the South, water in the West, and earth in the North. Elaine then shares a song she wrote called “Mother Mother Nature,” which is a calling in of the elements, emphasizing the importance of honoring the ground, air, fire, and water for sustainability and recognizing our connection to the planet as microcosms of the universe.
- 00:15:00 Elaine discusses her connection to nature and her advocacy for sustainability. She is a member of the green team in Sarasota with the Unitarian Church and promotes the global holiday called Humanity Day, which encourages the Mantra “I am humanity.” Elaine wrote a song for Earth Day last year about fossil fuels and the importance of keeping them in the ground. The song, titled “Sustainability,” encourages the use of renewable resources like wind, water, and solar energy, and emphasizes the importance of preserving the planet for future generations. The chorus of the song goes, “We Have Wind and We Have Water and the Power of the Infinite Sun, Sustainability, It’s Good for You and Me.” Elaine believes that sustainability is beneficial for both people and the planet, as it keeps us safe and free, and keeps the earth green and blue. She concludes the song by urging us to let dinosaurs rest in peace and cease the drilling of fossil fuels.
- 00:20:00 Elaine shares memories of her late mother, Mrs. Silver, and pays tribute to her during the Halloween holiday. Mrs. Silver was famous in her community for running a nursery school out of their 6,000 square foot farmhouse in Monville, New Jersey, which was called Silverland. Elaine shares stories of her mother’s quirks, such as not wanting to be called a grandmother and instead going by the nickname “Tops.” The theme of the song Elaine performs is about the idea of circles in nature and life. She shares how her mother used to say, “today is The Tomorrow” and that things happen in circles. Elaine sings her nursery school song titled “The Circle Goes Round,” encouraging the audience to join in. The lyrics revolve around the concept that things go in circles, such as sunrise and sunset, and the Earth being our mother. Elaine connects her mother’s teachings to the idea of the circle of life.
- 00:25:00 Elaine performs a song titled “The Burning Times.” The song talks about how people used to celebrate the earth and the phases of the moon in ancient times. They would gather near an old oak tree or an open sky to pay homage to the earth and the phases of the moon. In the center of these gatherings often stood a woman, respected for her wisdom, who was one of the many called witches, healers, and teachers. There were those who came to power through dominance and sought control of the common people by demanding allegiance to the Church of Rome and the pope. This was a war against the women whose power they feared. In this Holocaust, in this age of evil, 9 million European women they died, and the tale was told by the hundreds holding hands together were chose their deaths in the sea while chanting Praises of the mother goddess.
- 00:30:00 Elaine delivers a powerful ode to the Earth as a mother goddess and healer, expressing the importance of preserving her and recognizing her role in our lives. The audience listens as Elaine sings a heartfelt rendition of “Forever Young,” a song about the need to be courageous, true, and kind to others while emphasizing the significance of living a good life and leaving a positive impact on others. The lyrics encourage becoming proud, dignified, and true to oneself, while promising support and companionship on life’s journey, ultimately wishing for eternal youth for all.
- 00:35:00 Elaine discusses the concept of the power of the present moment. She explains that there is only one power in the universe and that it resides in the now. The power can be accessed and used by individuals to make choices and bring about good. The speaker encourages the audience to claim this power and use it to bring about positive change in their lives. She also touches on the power of thoughts and their creative potential, stating that they come from nothing and can manifest into physical reality with action.
- 00:40:00 Elaine discusses the power of thoughts and the law of attraction. She uses the example of an oak tree to illustrate how the universe gives and how our thoughts can manifest into reality. Elaine emphasizes that as divine beings having a human experience, we have the power to make conscious choices and set the law into motion. She then performs a song titled “Thoughts Become Things,” encouraging listeners to affirm positive thoughts and tap into the power of the universe to bring about change and manifest desires. Elaine shares a personal anecdote about the importance of constructive criticism and how she has learned to take criticism, even unsolicited feedback, as an opportunity for growth, as we are responsible for creating our own reality.
- 00:45:00 Elaine discusses her process of choosing a song for Halloween, specifically one called “Because,” which she finds fitting due to its creepy and fear-inducing lyrics and music. She has recently received the tracks back for the song and intends to sing it to her own karaoke tracks. The lyrics of the song revolve around the idea that when one experiences fear or discomfort, it’s an opportunity to take responsibility for one’s actions, as every choice and reaction comes back to the individual, like a boomerang or an echo. She encourages the audience to consider their responses to such situations and accept that they have the power to make a positive difference.
- 00:50:00 Elaine reminisces about a deep friendship she had with a woman named Delaine, who owned a mountaintop estate called Mount Eden in New Jersey. They adopted each other as spiritual mother and daughter, and Delaine had a significant impact on Elaine’s life during difficult times. One instance was when Delaine was going through a terrible experience with her son, and Elaine offered her support and comfort. Years later, Elaine wrote a song called “Adapt and Adjust,” inspired by Delaine’s advice about embracing change and acceptance to avoid suffering. The speaker then teaches the audience the chorus of the song, encouraging them to adapt and adjust, acceptance is the key.
- 00:55:00 Elaine speaks about acceptance, change, and the endings of beginnings. She encourages listeners to adapt and adjust, emphasizing the importance of acceptance. Elaine then shares a personal anecdote about her certification as a Beatologist and her deep knowledge of the band. She discusses her song “Fab Four,” which she wrote and recorded, and the process of producing it with her recording engineer. The song features elements inspired by the distinctive sounds of George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and the other Beatles.
01:00:00 – 01:20:00
Elaine pays tribute to the enduring influence of John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s music and expresses her feelings of connection and love through their songs. She also performs her original composition “Build a Better World” and adds a new verse to “Imagine,” emphasizing the power of present-moment living. Elaine encourages her audience to embrace positive thinking and look forward to tomorrow, before announcing the winner of a contest and wrapping up the event by sharing details for the upcoming night, which features performances by Ray Kutzweil via Zoom and Bill Falloon in person.
- 01:00:00 Elaine expresses her appreciation for the lasting impact of John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s music. She sings repeated phrases expressing the idea that these musicians have changed the world through love and inspired truth and conviction. Elaine shares her feelings of freedom and connection to others through their music, emphasizing the importance of love and the beauty of the world around us. Additionally, she learns and performs a new song, “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong, to express her positive outlook and appreciation for life.
- 01:05:00 Elaine performs her original song “Build a Better World” from the 2017 National Library summer reading group program with the theme of building a better world. She reflects on the importance of connecting with one another and treating every person with love, respect, and value, as we all are part of the human race on this beautiful planet. Elaine also shares another song, “Imagine,” as an encore, encouraging her audience to imagine a world without heaven or hell, and envision living in harmony and peace with all people.
- 01:10:00 Elaine performs a song inspired by John Lennon’s “Imagine.” She adds a new verse to the song, expressing her philosophy as a licensed practitioner, emphasizing the importance of living in the present tense and creating reality through our thoughts and actions. She encourages the audience to join her in singing the chorus, “World live as one,” repeating the phrase multiple times.
- 01:15:00 Elaine encourages her audience to look forward to tomorrow instead of dwelling on the past. She sings about the power of positive thinking and the law of circulation, emphasizing that what one gives will be returned three-fold or more. After the performance, Elaine conducts a love offering and announces the winners of a contest. Neal VanDeRee calls The Roman Centurion and his partner up to the stage to receive a gift, and the party continues with drinks, snacks, and picture opportunities.
- 01:20:00 Neal is wrapping up the current event and announcing details for the upcoming night. The audience is thanked for their attendance and praised for their efforts. Neal tells the Members, tomorrow night, the doors will open at 6 pm, and there will be two performances. Ray Kurzweil will perform live through Zoom, while Bill Faloon will perform in person. The hosts express their excitement for the upcoming event and encourage the audience to attend.