A World without Music . . . Not!

I'm listening to singing right now as I type.  It's the same chorus all the time:  cheeeezeburger, cheeezeburger.  Regardless of its repetitive nature, I can't get enough of that song, especially in early spring. 

I cannot imagine a world without music.  

I'm  betting they didn't play any music during the dismal scenes of George Orwell's novel 1984.  He created an emotionless, gray society. Music would have ruined the atmosphere for what Orwell wished to portray.  

I watched what I could of the Grammies last night; wish they'd put the show on earlier like they do the Oscars, so that we West Coasters who doze off early could see them from start to finish.

I loved every minute of what I watched and particularly enjoyed the show after seeing the "60 Minutes" segment about Adele.

Honestly, I'd heard the name but had never "tuned" in to Adele.  That's how it is with me and music.  I hear the music but don't always pay close attention to the specifics.

Even so, I love music and envy the people who create it and perform it.

I enjoyed and felt some touching musical emotions the other day while attending Marilyn Wooden's funeral at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. 

Marilyn was a very special human being who exuded love and warmth wherever she went AND she had the gift of music.

She gave her gift, as did several members of her wonderful family, to St. Joseph's from the time the Woodens moved here from California back in the 1970s. 

Marilyn sang at Bill and my wedding.  Marilyn sang at Willie and Debbie's wedding 27 years later.

The choir, with which Marilyn sang for years, reunited in her honor Saturday, and when the procession into the church began with the choir singing "How Great Thou Art," I was so moved----what a fitting way to begin her memorial!

Music brings out deep emotions within us, and we are blessed that God gave people like Marilyn the gift of sharing it with all who want to listen.

I was listening to a pre-Grammy interview last night with Clive Davis, who works with many of the musical greats, including Jennifer Hudson.  

He was asked that if he were locked up and had to listen to one song from the thousands with which he's been associated over the years, which one would it be.

It wasn't too difficult for him to come up with Simon and Garfunkel's  "Bridge over Troubled Water."  

 When you're weary
Feeling small
When tears are in your eyes
I will dry them all

I'm on your side
When times get rough
And friends just can't be found
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down

When you're down and out
When you're on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I'll take your part

When darkness comes
And pain is all around
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down

Sail on Silver Girl,
Sail on by
Your time has come to shine
All your dreams are on their way

See how they shine
If you need a friend
I'm sailing right behind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind

Looking more closely at the lyrics and their message, I agree this song is one of the greats of our lifetime.  It says friendship in such a beautiful and haunting way. 

I thought about what my answer would be if I were asked the same question.  And, I'm still thinking----I'm not as quick as Clive Davis who's seen and heard so much in the music world.

I will say, however, that John Denver songs "Rocky Mountain High," "Country Road" and "Sunshine on My Shoulder" still get my goosebumps going as much as any of the many songs I love. 

They all speak to my heartfelt emotions.

I just wish we could insert "Idaho" for "Colorado" and "West Virginia"  in those lyrics.

Then, I would not have to think so long.

The great aspect of music and the songs that people write is that there are styles of music and lyrics enough to get just about everyone's juices going. 

In short, thanks so much to all the people who have the gift from one who doesn't have an ounce of musical talent.  

Your gifts are so appreciated and always will be.  Even you "cheeeeezeburger" birds!