The Journal of Davutus offers a glimpse into the inner world of this extraordinary musician. It allows us to read his thoughts and anecdotes about past adventures and the people that he has encountered. Announcements of future events and information concerning new releases are also found here.
Return to Normalcy
Now that I've had a few days back in civilization, my mind is once again opening up to the worlds of creativity and inspiration. I have been approached by a publisher, hoping for a book detailing my experiences over the past two months. If I were to write down everything that has happened, it would fill volumes! We shall see if the book project develops. For now, rest assured that I am well and back to creating the music that I am known for. One of the titles of an upcoming track will be "In the Teeth of the Dragon". What a time that was!.......Davutus
Thursday, July 4, 2013 - 15:25
Slow Adjustment
Not surprisingly, my adjustment to life on the Estate has been a bit slow. My spiral into near madness as I waited for Zyndal and Basio to find me has been keeping me a bit off kilter. As the days of my imprisonment seemed to stretch on and on, I was forced to create orchestrations of new music, just to keep my mind occupied. If not for the glowing bits of light from my fingers I would have been plunged into total darkness! The kind notes that have inundated me over the last few days have been heartwarming....Davutus
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 19:28
My First Day Back
I was welcomed joyously by the entire staff (and Mugsy), but imagine my chagrin to find that the tea had become stale in my absence and no one had bothered to replenish it! What is a day without a cup of tea?! That was immediately rectified. I explained to the staff about my absence. I can assure you that it was no picnic to be surrounded by hostiles in a foreign country with a dragon at the door (literally!). Now that I have returned, the music will begin anew and stories will be savored......Davutus
Tuesday, July 2, 2013 - 19:43
I Have Returned!
I can't believe that it has been over two months since I last posted anything! I have heard from countless listeners, from all over the world, expressing their dismay at finding nothing new on the site. All I can say is that it hasn't been my fault. I have been languishing in a remote part of the world while Basio and Zyndal were attempting to find me. More about that later, but for now, know that there are many things to tell! As I have said before, "In the wind of chance, the trees bend with the rushing streams of day"........Davutus
Monday, July 1, 2013 - 21:17
The Court of Stanizka (continued)
After a long, and unexpected hiatus, the story continues: In the courtyard, there was a festive spirit as the revellers ran with torches, laughing and singing. What all this meant was beyond me and I really didn't care. My only concern was finding our way out of the palace area and back to the vortex. Tantonta led the way, straight across the courtyard and in full view of the guards. Zyndal was suddenly stopped by two guards that had been lurking in the shadows, but Tantonta froze them in their tracks with a passing hand......Davutus
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 - 17:32
Unexpected Delay
To all of my friends around the world, I must apologize. I have been on an extended stay in Europe and Asia, and have just returned. The visit was totally unexpected and while there, we were in areas that were far from the well-traveled trail. I simply did not have the ability to post anything online. But now I have returned and will finish the current story and offer additional information on many things. I appreciate your patience!.........Davutus
Saturday, April 6, 2013 - 10:18
Out the Door
Leaving the frozen guard, we ran down the corridor. Guttering torches gave an eerie light in the darkness and we were unable to see anything in the cells we passed. A guardroom on the left was occupied by two other guards, but we crept by unnoticed. A locked door loomed in front of us. We had forgotten to take the keys from the guard! Tantonta passed his hand over the lock and the door opened on it's own. We were now in the central courtyard of the palace. Some kind of celebration was in progress....Davutus
Monday, February 18, 2013 - 17:34
Zyndal Comes Through
Opening the door, the guard raised his hand as though to strike out at me, but as he did so, a light shot out from Zyndal's staff, freezing the hand in mid-air. The surprised look on the guard's face and the stunned look that followed as he tried to move his body told me that our chance of escape was now! Zyndal quickly turned his attention to freeing Tantonta. With a touch of his staff the chains binding him dropped to the ground. We would need speed if we were to escape before another guard arrived....Davutus
Saturday, February 16, 2013 - 14:16
The Escape
The guard approached looking as though he would like to throttle us. I had deliberately been singing off key so as to attract his undivided attention. "Stop that infernal noise if you don't want me to come in there", he yelled. I nonchalantly continued, my voice growing louder. Hoping that Zyndal knew what he was doing, I made quite a mess of song that I was currently writing. The guard furiously took out his keys for the cell, intending to put a stop to my unique musical interpretations...Davutus
Friday, February 15, 2013 - 13:05
Our Predicament
They both turned to me and whispered that I was going to be the catalyst for the escape. "Create a diversion to get the guard over here to the cell door", Zyndal said. "When he arrives, I'll do the rest". Taking out the small harp that I wear around my neck, I struck a few notes. They sounded quite loud as they echoed off the silent walls around me. Hearing a guard approach, I continued to play, but this time I added a bit of singing.....Davutus
Wednesday, February 13, 2013 - 10:40
