Music and Tradition
Personally, I don't necessarily think I have any music traditions. Other than the annual Christmas music that comes from the same playlists every year, and the playlist of Hispanic party music that you'll find my cousins playing every weekend...there aren't really any songs or a type of music that I use as a part of a tradition. "Rituals", are something I don't use or associate with, but totally understanding of those who do use music in the practices. Although I don't have traditions and don't do rituals, I do tend to have this habit of listening to soul music while I get ready for the day. In my first blog, I mention that I'm a huge listener of soul music! along with the blues, jazz, R&B and music of that sort. Music in this genre give me a very positive feeling even though it may be very melancholy; but I personally find comfort in the way the music is sung, and I love the aura the music gives off. Starting with the traditional Christm...