July 25, 2013
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Selesai solat tonight I climbed into bed
and randomly clicked on this video - anything
with orchestral instruments should be good,
I thought. It resulted in lifting my spirit.
For six minutes, this talented display of
Beethoven's Ode to Joy momentarily
carried away the heaviness in my chest.
The man's expression at 4:10 was exactly
what I wore on my face as soon as the
full chorus and orchestra stormed in.
And can you see the elated looks of the
french hornists and violinists when the
camera pans them during the bridge?
Wow. Just, wow.
I can relate. It's just something that
washes over you, this special knowledge
that you are part of a complex musical
machine. It's like no other feeling.
My friends and I, however, do know
what that feels like. You feel small.
You feel awed by this realisation that
music has the power to move us.
I am grateful for these few moments.
Moments where I am thankful that
His will allows us the talent to create
something that resonates deep within
the chests of others, that allows for
the sheer brilliance of the human mind.
Moments where I understand connections.
These moments are harder to come by now.
Escapism such as the feeling I derive from
an appreciation for the wonders in this world
(like this) is never long-lasting, but it touches
the heart and reminds me that I can still feel.
That my soul is good.
It has been a heart-wrenching year, truly.
I am trying my best.
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