“Music is the literature of the heart; it commences where speech ends.” – Alphonse de Lamartine
I’ve made music since I was 5. Recorder first, then I took up the piano and the saxophone by 10. It kept me sane through school and university and provided entertainment and a social life. I took a 10 year pause after having kids before I got back into playing socially again which has been fabulous. Unfortunately due to Covid I haven’t played with the band for over a year, and I’ve turned my back on music at home. It hasn’t been a comfort like it has to some. To me it’s just a reminder of everything I’m missing at the moment.
I took this photograph this morning to illustrate my point. A flash back reminder of my saxophone photo Coda from a previous FebPhotoFest. My tenor smelt musty from not being out of his case. It felt sad. Maybe not the big bright ending of FebPhotoFest I meant, but perhaps poignant is suitable.
You are amazing at these stunning and poignant images. Truly beautiful and evocative. I hope music comes back to you in the way that you love soon.
Thank you x
Yes indeed and maybe a glimmer hope that things will change. It might feel sad and neglected now but hopefully, maybe, that won’t be the case later in the year
molly
This is such a stunning picture, oh my. PS I hope you can rediscover the joy of sax very soon
Oh Missy – what a beautiful shot <3 I am so glad QuoteQuest inspired you to dig our your sax. While I am sure you play beautiful music together, I am certain your create beautiful images together x
This is such a wonderful image. I love it!
That is a fantastic shot, I played alto sax in school, though had no interest in continuing afterward. Hope you are able to play with your band this year.
You are such an incredible photographic storyteller. I get the wistfulness about not being able to play right now from your photo, it’s really beautifully done!
Thank you
A beautiful image and maybe words of hope. I’m sure you’ll get to play soon.