Piano Moments
100 Reflections That Can Make Your Life Better
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I did not keep the programs from my performances over the years. I did not take many photographs of my students or retain the programs from the student recitals or information about the students who studied with me. I presented dozens of student recitals—all of which have come and gone. Pictures and programs are good to save, but they can just get lost in a box. Every person has memories that they cherish. I have a host of memories that are very dear to me. I have met many people and have seen many things. There are certain things that I wish I had saved, but now they are gone. They just remain as memories. I call all of those memories piano moments.
I remember the days of long ago; I meditate on all your works and consider what your hands have done.
—Psalm 143:5
What is your most favorite piano memory? How has that memory changed your life? Did that particular piano moment affect your relationship with God?
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About the Book
Piano Moments is a collection of short stories that relate to the piano. The piano has played a significant role in my life ever since I was a child. Each person has special moments in their life that they will never be able to forget. These are some of the stories that I remember.
Each piano moment includes a Bible verse and life applications. Your life can become better if you will take the time to meditate on these reflections. While you are reading Piano Moments, try to remember stories in your life that are similar to the ones that I have shared. You do not need to be a pianist to understand and benefit from these piano moments. I am sure that you will be able to identify with these stories in one way or another.
About the Author
Mr. Paulson studied music for one year at Crown College in Minnesota. He received an associate of religious arts degree from Northeastern Bible College and a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from Montclair State University. He has performed secular and sacred music as an entertainer and a church musician for over thirty-five years. Mr. Paulson teaches private piano lessons in his students’ homes in New Jersey. Some of his students are just beginning, while others are performing advanced repertoire. Piano Moments is Mr. Paulson’s second book. His first book is called God’s Cycle of Music: A Musician’s Explanation of God’s Purpose and Meaning for Our Lives. Mr. Paulson lives in West Orange, New Jersey. He is married to Sondra Paulson. Their three children are Marshall, Elliott, and Heidi.
Sondra Paulson holds a bachelor’s degree in music from Montclair State University and a master’s of education degree from Gratz College. She has taught general and vocal music in public schools in New Jersey for almost thirty years. Sondra also has a successful career as a professional photographer. Many people use her photographs in books and magazines. Her photographs are for sale at www.istockphoto.com/SondraP. Sondra lives with her husband, Mark Paulson, in West Orange, New Jersey. They have three children: Marshall, Elliott, and Heidi.