Music in my life

I love music though I am not good at playing it. Music is such a unifying force, it transcends language barriers.

I wonder whether i should succumb and admit that I have no talent for music. Maybe is the stubborn streak in me! :) Is ok, i shall still try as long as I still enjoy it.

My first serious music lesson was guitar lessons I taken on an individual basis. It was a great deal for me as I paid out of my own pocket when I was in secondary school. I still remembered when I learnt somehow from the teacher that I took 5 years to reach grade 3 whereas other students took 3 years to reach grade 5. It was actually my fault for being lazy in practicing. Then I tried to join group lessons hoping that it would motivate me, but I was only in the JC's guitar club for three months. Though I was really happy to be able to perform "Guan Huai Fang Shi" during the school concert with another fellow guitarist. She was obviously the better player and I just act like I could play haha.

Last year, I completed a pop piano course that stretched over 2 years! It was great to be able to play a few songs after that. I was also one of the worst performing students in class and only managed to pass the final test by a thread. Unfortunately there is no more extension to the course, so I would either have to look for other courses or find a suitable teacher who can teach at my slow pace.

I look forward to being able to play and sing along well enough for my own enjoyment. (Not that I sing well, went for a few short singing courses with friends, but it never get anywhere, as I am rather tone deaf and most friends dropped out after one-two months and so did I.)

Music has such a great calming force. I can just sit down and listen for hours! Listening with your eye close will allow you to flow more with the music.

I admire the music genius in MJ. Despite all the controversies about him, it is without a doubt that he contributes a lot to the whole music industry. His music transcends religion and color. If only he has been able to cope with the tremendous stresses. Rest In Peace MJ.