This Saturday night we had an interesting event at the Colorado Aromatics Store. Entertainer Sharon Glassman and I partnered to pair our aromatic waters with songs from her Blame it on Hoboken book. This is an overview of those pairings.
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| Scentertainment with Sharon Glassman and Cindy Jones |
Colorado
Aromatics Cultivated Skin Care
Blame
it on Hoboken CD Release Party with Sharon Glassman
Song
and Scent pairings by Cindy Jones, Ph.D.
Scent affects mood, memory and
learning. We’ve all experienced a particular scent that has the ability to
bring back strong memory. The aromatic waters that we are using tonight are
distilled on our farm from herbs that we grow. They are lightly aromatic and
great for the skin. We spritz them on our face for toning, hydration and
refreshment. They are pH balanced to skin and antioxidant rich. Feel free to spritz your face, skin or the
air in front of you as we pass them around.
Blame
It On Hoboken Theme Song – Clary
Sage. I find the characteristics of Clary sage to be in line with Frank Sinatra
and so with this song as well. In fact the nature of Clary Sage is in line with
the store of the book itself. Clary sage
is said to be good for ‘women’s issues’, and some might argue that Frank
Sinatra is also good for women. It’s a potent scent with calming effects. The
scent is sweet, arid and nutty. It has ‘romantic’ or aphrodisiac properties. I
think it pairs nicely with this very easy going song. Some sages are associated
with immortality and doesn’t Frank Sinatra seem immortal?
The
Broken Sea – Lavender. Lavender means to wash
and most people think of the sea as a relaxing place to wash away their
troubles. Lavender has a light, fresh and floral aroma. It is soothing and
calming to the nerves. Sit back and imagine floating in the sea while you smell
lavender.
Mulligan
Waltz – Lemon Balm. Lemon Balm or Melissa
has a sweet, fresh, citrus yet herbaceous aroma. It has been used for healing
by those who suffer from mood swings or nervous disorders. This waltz which is
about do-overs or second chances seems to fit with this characteristic of lemon
balm.
Uh-Huh – Peppermint. Peppermint has a sharp, fresh aroma that is used
for decongesting and improving concentration. It refreshes the spirit and is
good for apathy and for refreshing the spirit. This song is a light uplifting
bluegrassy tune that fits the scent well.
Voice
I Used To Know – Mint. In this song, Caroline
hears a voice that brings back a memory. She is seeking clarity while hearing
this so we are pairing it with mint to go along with the shock she has at
hearing this voice from the past.
Pebble
with a Cause – Lemon Balm. The poor pebble is only doing its job. In
fact, its being there might even help Caroline slow down and take a closer look
at things. Lemon balm is prolific, as prolific possibly as pebbles are. It may
also provide some soothing relief for poor Caroline’s pain. Lemon balm, in
previous times signified a secret message, possibly the pebble is sending
Caroline a message?
Get
It Line (Kachinsky's Theme) –
Lavender and Rose. This is the song about the grouchy taxi cab driver. He is a
little stressed out and in need of self-love which is why we are choosing these
two scents. The lavender will calm him and the rose will embrace him.
Arrow
of Love – Rose. Arrow of Love is a perfect
love song. Rose bring love and affection into one’s life, it is associated with
the heart. Rose can draw energy to a person to nurture them. It relieves fear,
anger and tension.
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