There is something absolutely amazing about being surrounded by passionate people all the time. It's exhausting and exhilarating all at one time.
During my first year seminar class we were talking about technology and the soul, and at one point the discussion switched over to music and the soul. Music's effect on the soul is something I am extremely passionate about, but I never knew that other people felt as much about music as I did. Not just in performing and writing, but in experiencing.
Have you ever watched, really watched, a band play live? There are these moments that just make me fall in love with music even more when you see the artist just fall into what their doing. Moments where they close their eyes and just play or make eye contact with each other or look at the crowd and get the goofiest looks on their face because they know they're doing something awesome. That experience is just so cool to me.
Since I got here I have felt so inspired by everyone and everything around me. Though I'm just as busy as I've always been, somehow I've managed to find time to write six songs in just this month we've been here. Whether it be listening to other artists or just a discussion about music, I am constantly feeling inspired.
Last night I performed in not one but two open mics in my dorm, and people are seriously rad. There were musicians, poets, comedians...just some seriously talented people. It was amazing. From covers to original work, everyone just did their thing and everyone supported them. Art school is cool.
I am surrounded by so many beautifully talented people, and they never cease to amaze me.
