make. Sometimes passive listening is fine and serves a

purpose. I much prefer active listening and the potential to

experience peace, joy, happiness, rejuvenation, and

sometimes something transformational that makes me a

better person.

How do you get ready to experience music? What can you do

to help take you to a place of musical inspiration? Maybe a

darkened room, maybe a glass of wine (or milk for some of

you), or have spent time with the family and cleared your

mind of the days worries/troubles. Find a way to relax

physically, mentally, and spiritually as a way to prepare

yourself to experience music. Take an active role and pursue

listening in an proactive manner.

I hope these thoughts inspire you to try some new things.

Maybe the old approach isn't really working and a new way is

what you need. Go ahead, give it a try. The worst that could

happen is nothing really changes. The best that could

happen is that it opens your eyes and allows you to step

deeper into the music and yourself.

Good listening!

Brian