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The People in Memoir Didn’t Ask to be Characters

The night before, he had sent me an audio recording of a song he was working on. The next morning, I texted him: You should be really proud of all the music you’ve made over the past couple of years. And also I guess you know you are in a lot of my book. I hope I do our friendship justice. His reply came quickly. Aww, thank you, that’s so sweet. And I’m proud of you for finishing your book. I know it’s been a heavy experience. I wish you great success. Then came another text....

Georgia’s Own Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song" at Atlanta’s historic Fox Theatre.

Whether it was on his record player, on the campaign trail, or on the White House lawn, music has been – and continues to be – a source of joy, comfort, and inspiration for my grandfather,” said Jason Carter, President Carter’s grandson and chair of the Carter Center Board of Trustees. “I can think of no better way to celebrate him and his 100th birthday than a night of music.

An Improvised Moment of Glory

There’s a beautiful story about great jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis in The Atlantic Monthly written by David Hadju. In the article, Hadju described a time that he was at the Village Vanguard & watched Marsalis play, “I Don't Stand a Ghost of a Chance With You.” When Marsalis reached the climax of the song, he began playing the final phrase of his performance when someone's cell phone went off, fully wrecking the moment. Marsalis paused, put his trumpet down at his side & after a few seconds he took the rude interruption & did something amazing.
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Welcome to Miami- a city laden with sexy sights, succulent cuisine and distinctive music that vibrates throughout the streets, an enchanting gem nestled right here in the southern U.S. landscape.

Step into paradise and experience the sun-drenched beauty of Miami. From its majestic ocean views to its colorful & vibrant culture, this tropical city is a place where you can find yourself pleasantly lost in the tantalizing spell of 'The Magic City'.
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