It reminds us of other people. Better times. The possibility of more shared experiences. Music helps us share our stories.

— Amber Healy (@AmberMHealy) May 12, 2020

Would love to dig into that particular playlist! #JandoliChat

— Patrick Hosken (@patrickhosken) May 12, 2020

A3: As they say, music soothes the savage beast. It has provided a great escape for anyone who’s cooped up at home. It can take you on an emotional journey and help get you through the toughest of times. One thing you’ll never have to lose is a great tune! #Jandolichat https://t.co/neUiUEWq47

— Stephen Wilt (@stephen_wilt) May 12, 2020

A3: Music always provides comfort and inspiration. That’s why people buy records/stream music and go to concerts. Joe Hill said a message delivered through a song music is more powerful than a pamphlet or a flier. #JandoliChat 1/2

— Jandoli Institute (@Jandoli_Inst) May 12, 2020

A3: Sports have come to a standstill, but musicians can still perform, and we can enjoy their performances. #JandoliChat 2/2

— Jandoli Institute (@Jandoli_Inst) May 12, 2020

A3: From Nicolas Coyne: It’s the quickest way to get outside of yourself and be any number of things; hopeful, confident, solemn, provocative, inquisitive. 1/2 #JandoliChat

— Jandoli Institute (@Jandoli_Inst) May 12, 2020

A3: In times of uncertainty, music takes away the pain — at least, for about 3:20. #JandoliChat https://t.co/FmQYBtumCf

— David K. (@redleader57) May 12, 2020

A3: It’s freeing. It may seem contrary, but the most free I feel when listening to music is having it as loud as possible to drown out the background. That’s especially been the case in recent days during rides here and there in my car. #JandoliChat https://t.co/GWJaaWFqw4

— Cameron Hurst (@CameronNHurst) May 12, 2020

A3: I think it’s a blend of nostalgia (comfort) and the fact that music remains the best vessel for sharing an emotional experience on a massive scale. You see it all the time in sports, which we don’t have right now. But we have our playlists. #JandoliChat https://t.co/VlHwpmdIgY

— Patrick Hosken (@patrickhosken) May 12, 2020

All questions:

• Is there one event that touched you more than any of the others?
• How about a song?
• What is it about music that we find comforting and inspiring?
• Why have many artists been postponing album releases?
• How can we keep supporting the artists we love?
• What do you foresee for live concerts in the future?
• Has the pandemic given you an opportunity to listen to something new?
• What Stevie Wonder song gives us the best hope for the future?

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