It's hard to put into words. It's hard to describe music. And I don't mean the noise you hear; I mean the moments and emotions it can create. I can't think of anything else that is so universally appreciated and used as a form of self expression and celebration, and even in times of sorrow. Music is just an absolutely incredible thing.
I think [or rather hope] we've all had that moment that makes us feel infinite. I don't know if you have heard of, read, or seen Perks of Being A Wallflower, but there is a line that the main character says while writing about a moment he had with his friends while listening to music.
"And in that moment, I swear we were infinite."
we were infinite.
Music is the only thing that can create infinity. It lasts forever. We still have songs and tunes from hundreds and hundreds of years ago. And I find that astounding.
An example of infinity: tonight we had a few single adults over at my house making Valentines. My guitar somehow ended up in the kitchen where it was then played by at least three different people. While in the hands of one of these musicians, it started creating eternity. Our guest guitarist started playing a song that the entire audience of ten or more knew and almost all ten or more started singing along. It was one of those beautiful moments where it's ok to not show emotion when you're feeling emotional. Even though there was noise, one was able to think deeply about how the event was playing out. Complete strangers were harmonizing and singing and laughing all because of one common interest: music.
But you don't want me to drone on about this. I bet all you really want to do is try to find a moment like that yourself. And when you do, I want you to leave a comment below and share your moment of infinity.
