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“Keep Going”. These words were hung in the studio of my university organ professor’s studio. The longer I work in the church music field, the more I have come to adopt those two words as my professional motto.
In the intricate tapestry of life's pursuits, the path to success is often paved with obstacles, whether you're building a choir, mastering a challenging organ piece, or navigating the academic rigors of school. Amidst these challenges, there exists a universal truth: the cleanest way out is usually to keep going.
Building a fledgling choir is a testament to perseverance. Starting from scratch, keeping lots of different personalities happy, and fostering a sense of unity within the group demand time and effort. Professorial wisdom often echoes the sentiment that the key to success lies in persistently moving forward, overcoming setbacks, and nurturing the growth of the collective.
Learning a tough organ piece is akin to embarking on a musical odyssey. The intricacies of the composition may seem insurmountable, but the resounding advice is clear—keep going. Through dedicated practice and unwavering commitment, the musician unravels the complexities and discovers the beauty within the challenge. The journey itself becomes a testament to the transformative power of persistence.
For those on the academic journey, completing school is a formidable task. Deadlines, exams, and the pressure of the unknown can be overwhelming. Yet, the sage counsel remains: the cleanest way out is to keep going. Each step forward, each conquered obstacle, brings one closer to the finish line, reinforcing the idea that tenacity and determination are the keys to academic triumph.
"Keep Going" serves as a mantra applicable to every facet of life's endeavors. In the face of adversity, uncertainty, or the complexities of a chosen path, the simplicity of these two words reverberates as a powerful reminder—the journey may be challenging, but the cleanest way out is, and will always be, to keep going.
Andrew
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