Jay Garden
There is something about walking that gives us time to think. A quiet road, a familiar path, or a long journey can create space to notice things we might otherwise miss. Perhaps that is why walking has appeared so often in the lives of composers.Throughout this series, we have followed...
Jay Garden
When we walk, we often focus on the path ahead and the concerns on our minds. Yet sometimes, a simple glance upward can change the way we see everything around us.English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872–1958) loved the countryside that inspired much of his music. Among his most beloved works...
Jay Garden
There is something about walking that gives us space to think. We may walk to clear our minds, find a little peace, or simply step away from the noise of everyday life. Sometimes, even on a familiar road, we wonder where it will lead.For many composers, walking was more than...