This quote is a testament to the impact – the lasting impact – of music:
“A song will outlive all sermons in the memory.”
Henry Giles, minister (b1809, d1882)
It’s often been said that the best sermon is lived, not preached. Apparently, the same goes for music. 
Music is a great gift…and whether you’re just beginning to make recognizable sounds with your instrument or are preparing for a professional performance, you have the opportunity to share something very special with those around you. Don’t let anything hold you back; play from your heart and enjoy the music! The memories you create will last a lifetime.
Keep playing,
Mark
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Although it has no attribution, this quote was too good not to share.
“Play the music, not the instrument.”
It’s rich with meaning, isn’t it?
As you play – regardless of instrument, technique, or venue – remember that it’s the music that you’re playing.
All the best,
Mark
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This quote is for those days when nothing seems to go right. I reference it often – far more often than I’d like! – and hope you find it helpful, too.
“Our limited perspective, our hopes and fears become our measure of life, and when circumstances don’t fit our ideas, they become our difficulties.”
Benjamin Franklin
Scientist, Inventor, Printer, and American Founding Father
When you can’t seem to buy a victory, try to remember that as bad as things may seem (or be) at the moment, they’re just circumstances…and circumstances change. Be patient, be persistent, and you will triumph!
Now, get back to practicing. ;-)
All the best,
Mark
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This quote gets deeper and richer each time I read it. I hope you enjoy it as well.
“Music takes us out of the actual and whispers to us dim secrets that startle our wonder as to who we are, and for what, whence, and whereto.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
American essayist, philosopher, and poet
May music continue to startle your wonder.
All the best,
Mark
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Quote of the Day | Mark January 7, 2010 | 
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This quote matches the experience many of us have on a nearly daily basis. Music is a release, an outlet – one in which we can be creative, stretch our minds and/or physical limits – and be better for it.
“At school I was pretty sociable, but I did like to come home and be on my own and make music and write my dreams down.”
Dido
When you make music, you give yourself permission to dream – even if only a little – and create an island of beauty in the process. Really, who can ask for more than that?
Keep playing,
Mark
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