This week, we want to honor the countless inspiring and talented black musicians by sharing the story of trumpet player and vocalist Louis Armstrong whose virtuosic talent and magnetic personality enabled him to break down barriers and forever change the face of American music.
When the Music Ends: Reflections on a Musician Who Walked Away
Maybe it’s a piano you haven’t touched in years or a clarinet from high school that’s collecting dust in your closet. Many of us (myself included) share the story of giving up on a musical instrument. You may blame your failure to stick with it on a lack of talent or interest, but you might be surprised to learn that even highly successful professional musicians have packed up their instruments and walked away.