Music
Aside from singing in the shower and in the car and in a club (sans mic) I have never actually sung or played an instrument, but I must say that music of all sorts -no matter my limited involvement- has always been an integral part of my life and my activities. Recently I attended a fantabulous program hosted by RA Shannon in Esopus where we all just sat together and watched “Across The Universe.” As it was -as if you couldn’t tell- I have been on a pretty awesome Beatles kick for the better part of a month, and after watching this feature film, I was donezo! Not a moment was spared for anything but listening to The Beatles. Ironically, all of my 873 songs on my iTunes are on shuffle (that’s how I roll!) and “Helter Skelter” as made famous by The Beatles, and sung by Dana Fuchs, JUST came on!
Anywhoseandbeez, for as long as I can remember, I have always heard a little background music while cooking, or eating, or doing whatever, and this has definitely transcended into my independent life here at New Paltz. Even now, while I am writing this blog I am listening to some choice John Mayer. Personally, music has always had this fancy-dancy way of connecting with my heart and soul. There are some times when I enjoy my quiet time, when everything is qquuiiieeeett… Yet, for the most part when I am eating, drawing, painting, printmaking -what have you, I am listening to some music.
It is no surprise that -especially within the last two generations- music has been a pillar of popular society, and most people subscribe to one form or another. However, I encourage all of you to not only integrate and interact with music on the daily, but to also experience other forms, styles and genres of music.
And, of course: Enjoy!
The Beatles: All of it
Across The Universe Soundtrack: All of it, as well
John Mayer: All of it -especially the “Where The Light Is” album
Everything-else-on-my-iTunes
Matt Stracq
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