Why do you love music?

That's the question I posed on my Facebook status. There have been a few replies, and the reason I ask this question is because it's been the question going through my head. Music is something that everyone has an opinion on and is exposed to on a fairly regular basis. I have gone through points in my life where I've questioned my passion and love for music, and doing it as a career. Lately, that really hasn't been the question, but how do I get back to the joy and love of playing music, and singing songs like I did when I was younger. I put in my practice, and I do the things I need to be doing in preparation for my "job" responsibilities (or as I prefer to call it, my ministry responsibilities). But, at times, it feels more like a job. One of the things I've started to do in my practicing, is to return to those pieces that I've always wanted to play. Those pieces that were the challenge pieces. But, also, the pieces that are just an absolute blast to play. No reason whatsoever, just for the fun of it!

In answering my question, why do I love music? It is a way to share emotions, feelings, joy, sorrow, love and care for one another without even saying a word. It can be silly fun, it can bring someone to tears (when done beautifully and also horribly!). It can bring a smile to your face when needed after the first 3 chords. In summary, I love music because it is what God created me to do. I just need to step out of the way, and allow God to work through and sing through the music that I play and sing.