I believe my first answer is right there, staring me in the face. Belief. I do what I can to keep a positive outlook on life and my body responds most of the time with positivity in return.
Making goals and having projects act as a kind of life force.
I have been to many, many places, played and recorded with some of the greatest musicians in the world. I am an Emeritus Professor, and also drove a cab and sold welding supplies to make a living. In all areas of life I have come to realize that the more I know, the more I have to learn.
Writing my memoir was one such experience. I had never even seriously considered writing anything like From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall. I wonder what I will be doing in my 80’s? Whatever it is I am doing, I vow to keep learning.
I am inspired by many others in my local community who are always there – mentally and physically. They walk, dance, play pickleball and paddleball, learn new languages, perform on stage for the first time, join a book club, engage in a new workout, volunteer. There are so many ways to keep growing and expanding life’s experience.
Thank you for listening. I hope to see you soon! If I don’t have a clarinet in my hands I will probably be with my wife, Barb, walking our dogs.
David Singer, Grammy Award-Winning Professional Musician for 55 years
Author of “From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall“
www.singerclarinet.com
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