This show is about trying to understand the effect of a melody and the influence of lyrics on our attitudes and behaviors in the way we live our lives. Music as an art form is also an expression of self-sacrifice. And whenever musicians use their craft, they make themselves vulnerable to their audience. But by performing their craft in the way they do, there stands the hope that their music will capture and overshadow any doubt the audience may have about their ability to reach you, and make you vulnerable instead.

ABOUT DAVID GIBSON

David Rovics grew up in a family of classical musicians in Wilton, Connecticut, and became a fan of populist regimes early on. By the early 90's he was a full-time busker in the Boston subways and by the mid-90's he was traveling the world as a professional flat-picking rabble-rouser. These days David lives in Portland, Oregon and tours regularly on four continents, playing for audiences large and small at cafes, pubs, universities, churches, union halls and protest rallies.

On this program, we deal with all aspects of aging. And one part of adding on the birthdays is living with memories. Our first guests this afternoon, Deanna Adams,  has written extensively about rock-n-roll memories, detailing a more innocent time when we baby boomer were captivated by music that spoke for our generations.

Amy Hindman is a delightful composer, musician. This CD has some powerful lyrics that I know you'll enjoy.  Join us for a musical moment.

Jill Mattson is a student of teachings of Ancient Masters in the use of sound for healing and she also includes the skilled knowledge of a very uniquely talented woman named Sharry Edwards. Her biography is in this fascinating book 'Secret Sounds Ultimate Healing'.  We'll learn about Sharry's talents and also how she has developed BioAcoustics, a specialized system of working with sound for healing various conditions.

Two medical professionals dedicated to helping individuals and communities heal use the arts to create the shift needed.  This is a 12 week program that today is changing people lives.