Playing Music In Retirement: Carpe Diem

Many musicians dream of the day when they can hang up the day gig and get back to music making. I wouldn't wait, I'd do it now. Even in a small way: like joining a jam group once a week. Or a church group. Life has a way of surprising us.

Two true stories.

​Musician dreams of playing again. Retires and joins a band. Spouse not happy. Conflict and stress. Spouse was not ready for this new focus. Musician starts missing band practices, band not happy. 

​Musician dreams of playing again. Retires and joins a band. One year into retirement gets cancer and presto, lights out.

Bonus story.

​​Musician dreams of playing again. Before retirement arthritis sets in. Game over before it starts. 

​Carpe Diem, seize the day. 

Cheers,

​David Story