A Goal

A goal of mine is to learn Copland's clarinet concerto well, to the point of performing it from memory.
Music pleases the soul. Making music gives one a profound feeling of well-being (at least until you make a mistake, which kind of kills the mood)
Music should be deeper than mere entertainment. There must be emotions, there must be a story to convey. Whether of sorrow, or happiness, it must be expressed by the performer. There's no point playing a bunch of difficult notes if you don't connect with the piece.
So, I'm going to assemble my dear clarinet now, and I'm going to have a good hour or two of practise. Sorry neighbours! (at least I don't play the trombone... )