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What music do you turn to when you need hope? What are you listening to this week?

ShenCoTRUTH: Reflections by Shenandoah Conservatory Students

Avery Apgar ’20

Bachelor of Music Therapy & Bachelor of Science in Psychology

When I need hope, one of the songs that I turn to the most is Smile by HIRIE. I used this song in a music therapy practicum session in the behavioral health unit at Winchester Medical Center a couple semesters ago in order to guide patients on their journey from hopelessness to hopefulness. We discussed the simple things in life that make us smile each day, no matter how big or small. It was an incredible experience to share with that group, and I think about it all the time. I still listen to that song, and many others like it, this week during these times of uncertainty.

 

Marco Bohnett ’20

Bachelor of Music in Performance

Some artists who always lift me up with their music are Jacob Collier, Hiatus Kaiyote, Ella Fitzgerald, and (the) Steven Universe (soundtracks). For their own particular reasons, these artists reach a part of my being that illuminates, in the best ways, what it means to be human.

 

Jake McHugh ’21

Bachelor of Music in Performance

I’m enjoying listening to the musicians who are on campus like The Tribe, Nick Leasure or Alumni Bronsen Vidas on Spotify. All of them have really good music that needs more streams!

 

Jamie Shegogue ’23

Bachelor of Music Therapy

I have been listening to a lot of music from the 50s and 60s this week, music full of good beats and positivity. I often turn to this music when I need hope because it reminds me of a time in my life when it was not stressful. It is my grandfather’s favorite music, and every time I visit his house there is always 50s and 60s music playing. Listening to this music brings me so much joy, and it has definitely been keeping me grounded lately.

 

Cole Vaughan ’23

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

A lot of Jason Mraz. His music is extremely calming. Nothing but positive. “Yes” is the best album.

 
 
Thank you to all who submitted your response to Shenandoah Conservatory’s first ShenCoTRUTH prompt! Stay tuned for next week’s prompt.
 
What is ShenCoTRUTH?

ShenCoTRUTH — a community-building initiative — features Shenandoah Conservatory students sharing reflections in response to weekly prompts. Students are invited to submit their photo and reflections. After review, students submissions may be selected for showcase online at www.su.edu and on Shenandoah Conservatory’s social platforms.

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