As I reflect back on the time with the group from Juilliard, I realize that one of the most important things they did was to connect with people even despite the language barriers. People need love, and music opened the doors for us to be in the shelters and show that love. You can see the smiles on people's faces from these interactions especially over music. I remember so clearly also a 14 year old who was orphaned in the tsunami and a 15 year old who lost his home and baby sister. For a short while, music and relationships brought comfort...
