Magic Music

Concerts are inspiring. Partly because we get to see up close, how people pour their whole heart and soul into sharing the joys of their creation with the rest of the world. Somehow, it inspires me to do the same in my line of work. Because right now, I love what I do, albeit a little too much. Perhaps, to the level of intoxication, I might add.

Anyhow, when a friend of mine decided to play her piano and sing simultaneously and spontaneously, it touched the core of my soul. The tension in my nerves were soothed by the music. Gently, the invisible waves penetrated my heart, my brains and my cells. Instantly, I was brought back to the long forgotten times when I used to bang on the piano for hours just because I was frustrated with everything in life. Playing endlessly on the piano all because I could not figure out things or getting things right.

The minute my friend prodded me to touch her keyboard, play a few notes, I complied. From then on, I just couldn't leave the keys alone. I was hooked. This is much better than salsa! The keys resonate with my soul. With every touch, it sends out waves which vibrates throughout every vein of mine. There and then, I knew, I had to get a piano.

I have been keeping it in for far too long. I need to let it all out, release all those pent up emotions. No amount of kick-boxing, talking or swimming would have the same effect as playing on the piano.

To have your fingers dancing on the keys. Each key resonating with your heart beat, is tremendously therapeutic. All those nervous energy? It just dissipates the moment I start playing, turning into pure, delightful joy.

Ahh... who knew that I'd miss it so much?

Thanks to this special friend who taught me that in life, a musical instrument is like a magical instrument. It never fails to answer your calls and provides solace in testing times. It's a faithful companion that never fails to comfort the unsettled heart.