I remember listening to a lecture given by award winning Canadian Singer Songwriter David Francey, who said that his painting and songs come from the same creative well. That’s exactly how I feel about my healing and music. They are both creative energies that Spirit expresses through me to lighten the load of those who interact with me. Elton John agreed, saying that “music has healing power. It has the ability to take people out of themselves for a little while.”

Here’s a quote that perfectly expresses how singing and healing go together: “Singing is the final act of healing and forgiveness. When you are wounded, you retreat. When the wounds begin to heal, you have the strength to sing again.” (Kara Johnstad)

My fondest childhood memory was of sitting in the rocker as a preschooler, singing my way through my parent’s records. Hours would go by without notice – rocking and singing. What brought you joy in childhood?

I wrote “A Musical Ride” in response to a workshop presenter’s question: “How did you come to music?” This is my attempt to answer the question and capture my love of music as a little girl:*

*(Piano/Harmony by Corry Ulan, Sound by Dale Ulan)

Over the years, I lost track of my love of music as life got busy. However, in 2011 I found it again, when a friend and I were asked to sing at a mutual friend’s wedding.

From there I began vocal classes and awoke to the songwriter within me when my voice teacher said, “A song is just a poem put to music.” Those words opened a door in me and out came songs! Here’s one that talks about the healing power of music and nature. What brings you healing?