Awesome lecture-- What is Music For? 09/08/2009
![]() This lecture transcript has been floating around now for a while, I thank a friend for forwarding it, one of those 'inspiring email forwards', but for musicians, and actually inspring. Karl Paulnack is on faculty at the Boston Conservatory, and he gave a commencement speech to the new students of 2004. He likens the role of a musician to more of a therapist and medical professional than entertainer. Although he is speaking to future professional musicians, I think the message is also relevant to anyone who struggles to learn to play. The act of playing your instrument, even alone, is a powerful means of experiencing music. all the benefits of music can come through even the most basic of practice regimens (if you make sure to keep you practicing fun!) Here's a link to the article where I read it: http://greenroom.fromthetop.org/2009/03/11/karl-paulnack-to-the-boston-conservatory-freshman-class/ CommentsLeave a Reply |

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