Sometime in my early middle age, I stopped listening to music and started tuning into NPR. It was a struggle at first, but then I got hooked. When I drove to work six weeks ago, I would listen to podcasts on the way to work in the early morning. It kept me awake. And often I would listen to NPR on the way home.
Somewhere along the way, I stopped listening to music.
It’s a bit strange that this happened. All through school I had played an instrument, and some of my favorite high school memories center around the school band. I had been passionate about the New Wave music that dominated my twenties. I still listen to Depeche Mode today, and I’ll rock out to the Violent Femmes.
Music, you see, does have a healing property. Think about when you work out. Chances are you listen to music. Faster beats are for cardio; motivational rifts for weight training, and soothing sounds for yoga.
So tonight I chose to tune into the Global Citizen Festival on television tonight. Along with over twenty artists, three top late night hosts joined together to introduce Covid stories, or musical acts. For two hours, I sat riveted. The show began and ended with Lady Gaga, which was fitting. There was a variety of artists and couple who sang in different languages. Elton John, Keith Urban, Paul Mc Cartney, Lizzo, and more crooned songs of hope for nearly two hours. I loved it. It was a great feel good experience. And I hope the organizers release an album to download.
It was a good reminder that music may help us as we go through the pandemic.
What music do you feel is helpful right now? Leave me a message.
Stay safe!
Namaste
Meandering Through Midlife 
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