Why work when you should play

I have attended a piano recital this afternoon. Such event too is a form of meditation. You seat in your chair and the rich colorful cords reverberate through your consciousness. Some melodies evoke your childhood memories; some other tunes simply evoke pleasure and admiration for the composer and the pianist. Looking at the pianist it is easy to see how strongly he feels his craft with his entire being! He plays from a deep well grounded center of understanding. He connects with the audience, with the instrument, with the spirit of the composer, and with the legions of artists who like him put their best efforts to interpret the composition before him. I truly believe that such model of interdependencies, understanding and balance is the model for how anybody should pursue their job. If you do not, why bother! Who will want to listen to a piece of music you do not believe in? Passion and understanding are essential for a good performance, be it in medicine, law or business.