The Power of Music and Imagery

Today, we celebrate the birthday of Dr. King. I know that we are overwhelmed with all the inauguration activities - but today is the day that the Lord has made. Today, God says that he makes us in the image of himself - each of us are carved from Him to make our own contribution to this world. We thank Him for giving us Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and giving him the courage to make a profound impact on our world. Today, we lift him up.

My experience today will center around the power of music - and how it brings people together. I have always be fascinated how music is used as a tool to break barriers and to build emotional connections. But even in today's world, we still find reasons to make war and not love.

What is most evident with this Inauguration is the diversity in constituencies that are present. For people of color - there is a myriad of languages, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Then, there are other various interests groups and lifestyles - unions, advocacy organizations, GLBT, etc. And all of these spheres are celebrating in their own way. It is impossible to keep up with all the events, much less to afford them.

It is clear that the full strata of American society is present in Capitol town this weekend. Whether you own the U.S. Treasury or contribute to the U.S. Treasury, folks are finding a way to soak in every moment.

Today, I will look to the power of music to inspire, motivate, and activate. Here is the schedule:

First, to the Lincoln Memorial in the SW - for the We Are One - for a blockbuster Inauguration Welcome Concert, 2pm - 4:30pm

Then, to the De Island Loft - 1348 4th Street, NE, in the D.C. Farmer's District for the SocaRama Day Fete, 2pm-8pm

Then, I am sure we will find another musical hotspot for a night spot.

I hope to report on the imagery and the power that music still holds.

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