My prompt is: What in your opinion is one art form without which the world would be a poorer place? I have a 2000 character limit and I use 1998. I cant seem to think of a way to end it. The 2000 character limit is strictly enforced, it is impossible to enter more than that
Whether its the veena from India, the mandolin from Italy, the Oud from Mesopotamia or the guitar from Spain, one thing is certain the human race has, and always will have, a love of music. Music is a universal language that everyone communicates with, from the simplest beats to the most complex symphony.
There are a few instruments that have inspired me as much as the guitar. From the technical blues of Robert Johnson, to the sweet harmonies of Simon and Garfunkel, and the wonder that is the Beatles, there are few instruments that have had as much as an impact on music. Music connects with a person at a level that nothing else can, it touches the deepest parts of our heart.Music is used to inspire, and celebrate. Colleges, and sports teams, have their theme song, people remember an endearing moment from their past during the playing of an old tune, we play music at weddings and graduation
The pleasure derived from music is simple and unrivalled, however music has also led to a lot of political change as well.For early humans it was a tool - much like language - to bind a group together and help them thrive over those who remained alone. This group aspect of music survived well past the days of cavemen into the present.Music with a message thrives in a live setting,
and many politically conscious musicians aim to channel the heightened emotions of a concert into something productive
Music as a form of protest is a common theme across the world, from the fight against slavery perfectly demonstrated in "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot", the fight against the apartheid as expressed in "It's Wrong" , or the many,many songs of protest against the Vietnam war, music is a catalyst for change. Bob Dylan's entire musical history is that of a cry for change. We Are the World is a recent example of musicians coming together trying to raise awareness, and money for the impoverished and tragedy affected parts of the world.
Without music, life would be a mistake.
