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Symphony of Connection: Fostering Unity in Diversity In the grand orchestra of existence, each individual plays a unique instrument, contributing to the vast symphony of life. This diversity, with its myriad expressions, beliefs, and cultures, composes the rich tapestry of our shared human experience. https://ow.ly/iL5Y50S5Cu7

Symphony of Connection: Fostering Unity in Diversity In the grand orchestra of existence, each individual plays a unique instrument, contributing to the vast symphony of life. This diversity, with its myriad expressions, beliefs, and cultures, composes the rich tapestry of our shared human experience. https://ow.ly/S4oN50S5Cub

Symphony of Connection: Fostering Unity in Diversity In the grand orchestra of existence, each individual plays a unique instrument, contributing to the vast symphony of life. This diversity, with its myriad expressions, beliefs, and cultures, composes the rich tapestry of our shared human experience. https://ow.ly/BaX350S5Cua

Learn more about the history of the iconic "Rhapsody in Blue" in this piece from WQXR, which features our pianist Lee Musiker! https://lnkd.in/gk6hKAHy PC: Richard Termine

EcoShield explores common culprits behind summertime symphonies and discusses practical tips for dealing with them. 🦗 Read here: https://hubs.la/Q02GlWwj0

We cannot look at this issue without talking about the current dominant economic system. Neoliberalism was not only an economic revolution, but a social and cultural one as well. At its hart it places the image of man as a strong, independent, (economically) successful, self-made individual; opposed to it the unfortunate, poor and those who are in need. This have played people apart and have made acting selflessness suspicious. It's not surprising that the domain of culture/art - which is all about social interaction, connect and share - greatly suffered under this. Yes, education plays a key role in the survival of culture, classical music no exception. Like every cultural expression it will face oblivion when its rituals are no longer practised and passed on the next generation. But the real question here should be 'what made us as society, to neglect our culture and its rituals?'. Perhaps we should shake-off the neo-liberal image of man and seek for a more true and positive one - less ego more care and love.

Regarding last night's #PresidentialDebate2024, I believe this is an ideal moment to share one of my favourite videos - #LaurieAnderson's 2010 "Another Day in America." Anderson, a pioneer in experimenting with technology, used a vocoder to make her spoken or sung words sound as if they are also being sung by an instrument, creating an eerie 'voice of authority'. The closing question in the clip, "How do we begin again?" resonates with prescience and foreboding, suggesting that the American Dream is swiftly fading for many. It's truly worth a listen. Anderson's #creative work, often described as #avantgarde, represents cerebral rock at its finest. A human kaleidoscope of thought-provoking ideas and concepts. The world desperately needs more artists like Anderson. My favourite quote from her is: Art is about paying attention. And we need to pay extra special attention to events in the months and years ahead. #art #music #usa #concepts #creativity #prescience

I've spent my career championing strong female leaders and have found so much inspiration working with Ashley Smith - one of the few women in ownership in the National Basketball Association (NBA), a powerful entrepreneur in her own right, and someone who inspires everyone to focus on continuous growth and self love. Watch this video to learn more about her story and her philosophies on life and business.

My latest piece for Pianist Magazine. You can find the score in the centre score section of the magazine. Played here by Chenyin Li: #elementarymusic #pianorepertoire #educationalpianomusic

Currently, America has never been so divisive. Can an anthem like “America The Beautiful” help unite all Americans in the United States of America? It is more serene and reflective, celebrating the land itself and the nation's values, rather than a military victory like in The Star-Spangled Banner. This anthem’s message of beauty, brotherhood, and grace resonates across different political and social groups, making it a unifying anthem. The first verse celebrates the natural beauty of America. The second verse honors the pilgrims and early settlers who crossed the wilderness in search of freedom. The third verse pays tribute to the heroes who fought in the American Revolution and other struggles for freedom. The final verse looks forward to a bright future where "alabaster cities gleam, undimmed by human tears." It expresses an aspirational vision of an America that overcomes its challenges and achieves unity, prosperity, and moral greatness. Your thoughts? https://lnkd.in/geJRj9YU #AmericanPatriots #PatrioticAmericans #Anthem #AmericanAnthems #AmericaTheBeauitful #StarSprangledBanner #USNationalAnthem #AmericanNationalAnthem