Detail of a portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach at the age of 61 by Elias Gottlob Haussmann (Wikimedia Commons)

That is the title of my new episode of Music for a While.  It gives you the story.  At the beginning of the show, I ask, “Need I say that music is extra-important in these strange and trying times?”  And the answer, of course, is no.  It goes without saying. 


In this episode, I play music that has meant a lot to a lot of people, over the years.  Lotsa Bach.  Plus some Chopin, Haydn, and others.  There is music that comforts, consoles, and reassures.  Music that is balm-like.  Then there is music that’s shot through with joy — and imparts joy in the bargain. 

I often say, “What would we do without music?  Fortunately, we never have to find out.” 

Anyway, enough talk, more rock. ( Old Detroit radio slogan.)  I hope this podcast — again, here — proves a service.