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Jan Brogan's avatar

I absolutely love this column and the way you feel music. It reminds me a little of how when I forget a song I used to always play on the guitar, my brain can’t remember, but if I relax with the guitar, ’

often-times, the memory is in my hands.

Kate Altman's avatar

Exactly.

And thank you, Jan.

Abby Remer's avatar

Loved the reflections. And the last paragraph is immensely moving! Brava:)

Kate Altman's avatar

Thanks so much, Abby!

Fran Schumer's avatar

Sleepers Wake (Bach), Brahms Piano Concerto 1 and 2, and Brick House by Lionel Ritchie and the Commodores…that’s how much I love this piece.

Kate Altman's avatar

I hear all that, and it means so much to me. Thank you, Fran!

Alice Early's avatar

I just love this, Kate. It reminds me that hearing even a snippet of the soundtrack of a certain time can put me right back there in such a visceral way. Music does live in our bones, sinews, bloodstream, just waiting to summon up the memories stored most deeply in our bodies.

Kate Altman's avatar

Thank you Alice! So nicely said.

Elisa M. Speranza's avatar

Such a lovely, tender post. Thanks, Kate.

Kate Altman's avatar

Thanks so much, dear Elisa.