Category The Past
It Didn’t Mention Music
“Papa” was what we called my maternal grandfather. Growing up and long before I knew the word, Papa was the first “audiophile” I knew – his huge 1970s component system and speakers were off-limits, but impressive in their presence. There was a custom shelving unit devoted to it, filled with records, then cassettes. By the […]
In Search of Memory
I remember having this toy guitar, but that’s about it. The photo reminded me of it – I’m sure my brain would not have been able to produce any memory of the thing at all without the photographic prompt. When relevant to Musical Me, memory and cognitive neuroscience will be a theme of this blog. […]
I’ve Waited this Long
I had a great trip back to Wichita to meet the new nephew, and we did undertake the task of finding that “boy with violin” pic. We were wholly unsuccessful. I did find three pics I’ll post soon, which at least prove a touch of proclivity toward the musical. As we hunted through Mom’s tightly […]
Did You Remember the Camera?
My family has always mutually supported all of our musical pursuits. Piano recitals, church soloes, boys’ choirs, school symphonies, all city choirs, variety shows, church choirs, musicals, youth symphonies, high school ensembles. I’m sure there are more I’m forgetting. Remembering correctly is part of what I’m up to with this blog. As I head home […]
The Players
I’ve scheduled my first lesson for one week from today. In between now and then I get to go violin shopping, and I’m looking forward to being in a music store again. I remember going often as a child, first while accompanying my younger sister on quests for piano stuff, then for my own violin […]
Ryan Libel 