Mitchell and Mystery in the “S” factor

One of my favorite components of music is the “s” factor. Telling a powerful story is an art all in itself that some musicians and lyricists have just got in ways that make the rest of us sink back in our favorite chair in awe, disbelief— maybe even if we are honest— in jealousy. I know, […]

The “S” Factor is Inescapable: Music Reflects Morals

In my last post, I responded to an important question my friend Andrew asked. In continuing discussion around thoughts provoked by his questions, I thought this one equally important, especially as it is in concert with our values here at the academy. Andrew asked, “Should/does music reflect ethics or morals?” All art reflects ethics, values, […]