Music

Why should people appreciate music? This question was asked to me by my brother Rylan Swank. Since i am going to be a music teacher I think it is imperative that I show what I think music means to me and what it should mean to the world and why people should appreciate it.
Music is not just a form of expression. Music is a way of life for many people across the world. For me as well. I have grown up with music as a vital part of my entire life. Music changes my outlook on life. Like it can change yours. Music can help you understand what other people from different cultures, generations, and countries are going through. People can show through song and music the feelings that are trapped inside of them where no other form of expression can express it.
Music can also be used to express your own feelings. More often that not, people use other's music to "vent" their feelings, whether those feelings are for good or bad. and Music doesn't necessarily mean it has to be with lyrics. Some of the most moving pieces of music I know are instrumental. And Another way is to write music. I love writing music and it makes me happy because i can show my true feelings for something or someone.
Music is a way of life for everyone and I suggest listening to as much music as you can while you can! because you just may learn that you actually don't hate country music, or that classical music calms you down after a long day, and that music is what you are and can define what you believe.
So keep listening, keep playing, and keep writing. :). Let music be who you are.  Music= life=music. :)