I was happy to attend Grassroots again this year. Not only was great music there, but the vibe of the people who attended was a great escape from the news headlines. GrassRoots Yes, one of my big takeaways this year is that Grassroots is a chance for me to celebrate life with people who care. […]
A deathly silencefilled the void of wondertoday.The world rangloudly with that silence. A ladder appearedin front of me.Its top-most rungwas hope and expectation. But the many stepsbefore that includefear, anxiety, shame,dread, and more. I could not imaginea more fearful momentthan this:That all I had hoped forand all we had builttogether could be scuttledcompletelyby the violent
We listeners do not appreciate composers during their own lifetime. Search the web for your favorite composer who is no longer alive. See if their works took decades to be recognized. Understanding Composition Gustav Mahler was born on July 7, so I’ve been thinking about his compositions. During his lifetime, many thought of him as
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I’m leaving myself ten reminders about how to plan my day and, therefore, boost my productivity. Feel free to listen in… Plan Management 101 Productivity Boost 202 These are just a few things that help me. What helps you to manage your time and accomplish the things you set out to do?
Creativity often plays a pivotal role in both personal and professional development. However, it can be a bit challenging to complete creative projects when you’re feeling tired or uninspired. Today, this article outlines several diverse approaches specifically designed to rejuvenate your creative spirit and enhance your endeavors in all things imaginative. By adopting these strategies,
How long does it take to recover from a broken bone? As long as it takes. Healing Is Relative I’m so glad that my broken ankle no longer defines me or my mobility. Over many months, this injury had a lot to teach me. It also inspired me to write, record, and share this music
I’m partial to love. It seems to me that all human beings are. Love Wins During my recovery, I’ve experienced all sort of things that I’d call “love”. There are many types of love. For other people, using this word might seem like a stretch. But for me, it fits. Here are some examples: Musical
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It’s true. There’s nothing quite like the human voice. Voices In My Head At times, I found the healing process to be very intense. More than is typical for me, I was tired. Naps were a part of my day as I recovered from my broken ankle. As I would start to wake up, I
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Harp strings and heartstrings have so much in common. Heart Strings The human heart is so important to our healing melodies. We have a physical heart that sends blood throughout the body — especially to places under repair. And our metaphorical heart is the center of hope and courage when we face pain. I was
