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Finding God In Music
One of my favorite musicians is the great jazz saxophonist John Coltrane. It’s not only his consummate skill as a musician that inspires me, but the way that he finds and expresses God through his...
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How Music Heals
As a musician, I’m attuned to the transformative power of music. My father was a musician, and I grew up listening to classical and jazz compositions. I was intrigued by the complex rhythms and...
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Why We Need Music
From the beginning of recorded history, music has played a significant role in our wellbeing. The ancients were well aware of the power of music: In Greek mythology, Apollo was revered as the god of...
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Remembering John Coltrane
John Coltrane (1926-1967)—saxophonist, composer, and iconic figure—is to me a saint. He has inspired me in my music and my life, and has meant so much to me that we named our son Coltrane. September...
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Celebrating John Coltrane
In 1964, John Coltrane, often referred to as just “Trane,” revealed to the world his concept of spirituality in the form of what would soon be a world-renowned recording, “A Love Supreme.” Coltrane’s...
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Helping Others with My Favorite Summer Pastime
As many of you know, I have been a lifelong musician. This summer I’ve had the pleasure of playing music with several professional musicians in the Rogue Valley, namely, my good friend and drummer,...
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Thoughts on Jazz and Healing
The Greek lyrical poet Archilochus said, “We don’t rise to the level of our expectations, we fall to the level of our training.” This quote suggests that the ability to succeed is not based on chance,...
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Heaven Awaits CD by Donnie Yance
Heaven Awaits CD by Donnie Yance We are excited to announce the release of Donnie Yance’s latest CD, Heaven Awaits, featuring nine original compositions, plus a special bonus song, Hope Alley,...
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Musical Musings: Jazz, Genes, and Healing
“If you don’t have the whole spiritual thing, I don’t think jazz is complete…I don’t think it’s worth producing.” Jimmy Heath My passion for healing and my passion for jazz music infuse my life’s...
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The Healing and Unifying Power of Music
Let the godly sing for joy to the Lord; it is fitting for the pure to praise him.Praise the Lord with melodies on the lyre; make music for him on the ten-stringed harp.Sing a new song of praise...
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