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Uplifting and Spirited Music

Last night I had the pleasure of hearing the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, play. My husband and I watched and listened intently to them performing the Brandenburg Concertos.

I have always been deeply touched by hearing those concertos but haven't seen them played live in ages. These concertos seem to have the ability to reach deep into my heart and go past that, touching my soul.

The Chamber Music Society features many gifted musicians who aptly interpret and play the various concertos beautifully. The artists are various ages--each lending a unique quality to the music, which seems to stem from their age for example vibrancy, ambition, wisdom and mastery.

Each of the artists exhibited a tremendous joy, drawn from their mastery over their chosen instrument. Their joy was infectious, resulting in numerous standing ovations. Now, if only I could come close in my lifetime to composing a piece of literature, painting or combination of the two, approaching the genius exhibited in J.S. Bach's Brandenburg Concertos.





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  1. Yvonne VentrescaJanuary 5, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    Hi Stephanie— I nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. Details are here:
    http://yvonneventresca.com/1/post/2015/01/inspiring-blogger-award.html

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  2. Stephanie BirdJanuary 28, 2015 at 10:16 AM

    Thanks so much Yvonne. I'm in writing/researching mode right now, so I'll have to pass. I'm very moved that you thought enough of my blog and writing to nominate me.

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  3. Margo KellyFebruary 12, 2015 at 7:08 PM

    A "tremendous joy" - - - Oh! That sounds wonderful. That's what I'd like to experience each day as I practice my own craft (writing). :) Thanks for a great post.

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  4. Stephanie BirdFebruary 13, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    Thanks so much for picking up on that sentiment. I'm glad you were able to apply it to your work. You're very welcome!

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