Guest For THURSDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2010

 

                    SCOTT CHAMBERLIN HOYT

     

                Filmmaker / Photographer / Painter

             

                         

                        Budding Tea Connoisseur

 

                              Producer / Director

                            Of the Book and DVD

      

                            "The Meaning of Tea"

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The program can be viewed in its entirety by clicking the you tube link below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QYq8ld9TYA -SCOTT CHAMBERLIN HOYT

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More about SCOTT CHAMBERLIN HOYT & "THE MEANING OF TEA"

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The Meaning of Tea explores the calm and purposeful nature of tea through the words of tea growers, tasters, entrepreneurs, shopkeepers, scholars and experts from eight countries. Through more than 50 interviews, these engaging characters reveal a remarkable reverence for the plant, the ceremony, the manufacturing, the distribution of tea, as well as its ability to bring peace, calm, health, friendship, and often wisdom into their lives. Inspired by Scott Chamberlin Hoyt's lyrical documentary film of the same name, The Meaning of Tea is at its heart a journey to connect with the vital forces that infuse tea with meaning around the modern world. A rich brew of wisdom and ideas articulated by many of the tea industry's most inspiring members--from Taiwan to India, Ireland to Tea, South Dakota--The Meaning of Tea unfolds its secrets one sip, one cup, one person at a time. Through ruminations of the culture, ritual, history, agriculture, health, and spirituality of tea, the reader is invited to explore and embrace the notion that tea, though more popular than ever, is still an underutilized source of health, solace, and friendship for the modern world. Illustrated with more than 150 photographs, The Meaning of Tea: A Tea Inspired Journey, by Scott Chamberlin Hoyt and Phil Cousineau, is a beautifull designed paperback original with a two-color interior with French flaps. The perfect gift for any tea lover.

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The Meaning of Tea: Bo                ok

                                                         The Meaning of Tea: Book

The Meaning of Tea: A Tea Inspired Journey is a beautiful book that explores the calm and purposeful nature of tea through the words of tea growers, tasters, entrepreneurs, shopkeepers, scholars and experts from eight countries. Through more than 50 interviews by Scott Chamberlin Hoyt, these engaging characters reveal a remarkable reverence for the plant, the ceremony, the production and distribution of tea, as well as its ability to bring peace, calm, health, friendship, and often wisdom into their lives. With more than 150 photographs and edited with commentary by noted author Phil Cousineau, it’s the perfect gift for any tea lover.

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The Meaning of Tea o            n  DVD

                                                 The Meaning of Tea on DVD

Director, Scott Chamberlin Hoyt travels through India, Japan, Taiwan, Morocco, England, France, Ireland, and even Tea, South Dakota. Unveiling tea's mysterious appeal, the film considers the question of whether there is any inherent "meaning" to be found in tea, particularly in an amped-up, high-tech era increasingly dominated by mass-marketing and fast food. The DVD offers Special Features including an interview with director on the making of the film. Experience the Japanese Tea Ceremony; enjoy additional interviews with "Tea People"; meet the "Tea Contrarian"; and see an alternate opening and ending to the film. By visiting places where tea is still revered and by investigating its role in these societies, the film suggests the profoundly positive role tea may play in the renewal of our world. 74 minutes with 45 minutes of Special Features.
Available NOW! Director, Scott Chamberlin Hoyt travels through India, Japan, Taiwan, Morocco, England, France, Ireland, and even Tea, South Dakota. Unveiling tea's mysterious appeal, the film considers the question of whether there is any inherent "meaning" to be found in tea, particularly in an amped-up, high-tech era increasingly dominated by mass-marketing and fast food. The DVD offDirector, Scott Chamberlin Hoyt travels through India, Japan, Taiwan, Morocco, England, France, Ireland, and even Tea, South Dakota. Unveiling tea's mysterious appeal, the film considers the question of whether there is any inherent "meaning" to be found in tea, particularly in an amped-up, high-tech era increasingly dominated by mass-marketing and fast food. The DVD offers Special Features including an interview with director on the making of the film. Experience the Japanese Tea Ceremony; enjoy additional interviews with "Tea People"; meet the "Tea Contrarian"; and see an alternate opening and ending to the film. By visiting places where tea is still revered and by investigating its role in these societies, the film suggests the profoundly positive role tea may play in the renewal of our world. 74 minutes with 45 minutes of Special Features.ers Special Features including an interview with director on the making of the film. Experience the Japanese Tea Ceremony; enjoy additional interviews with "Tea People"; meet the "Tea Contrarian"; and see an alternate opening and ending to the film. By visiting places where tea is still revered and by investigating its role in these societies, the film suggests the profoundly positive role tea may play in the renewal of our world. 74 minutes with 45 minutes of Special Features.

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Music of Tea: C                          D

                                                                 Music of Tea: CD

Available NOW! Original world music inspired and played by the instruments of India, China, Japan, Morocco, Europe as well as the American folk tradition. This collection formed the original soundtrack by Joel Douek and Eric Czar for the documentary "The Meaning of Tea" directed by Scott Chamberlin Hoyt. Besides sixteen soothing instrumentals with hints of natural sounds, this CD offers two additional bonus tracks: Marco Polo by Loreena McKennit as well as an original song, "Tea, SD—Living Easy" with lyrics by Danna Rosenthal and sung by Hillary Fortin. 51 minutes of original music with two Bonus Tracks.

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Thursday February 18, 2010                 Individual programs can be viewed each week day                                   (11:00 AM -  NOON / (NYC Time)   Channel 34 of the Time/Warner, Channel 83 of the RCN, & Channel 33 of the Verizon FiOS                        Cable Television Systems in Manhattan, New York.        The Program can now also be viewed on the internet at time of cable casting at                                                 www.mnn.org                   NOTE: You must adjust viewing to reflect NYC time                                         & click on channel 34 at site --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------