This past week I was invited to perform a very special gig. It was a show for the patients, family and staff at the Princess Margaret Cancer Hospital in Toronto. This was part of a weekly series, "Music In the Atrium", that has been in existence since 1996 as part of the "Healing Beyond the Body, Cancer and the Arts Program" at the hospital. It was first founded by Tauba and Solomon Spiro in honor of Max Tenenbaum. In July they even move the series to the rooftop of the hospital and begin the 'Jazz for the Soul' sessions. I am so impressed with Canada's medical system right now! It's nice to know that they are being so proactive and considering the emotional and spiritual well being of their patients as well as their physical needs.
It was an honor to be selected as one of the artists to perform at this event. The experience reminded me of how grateful I am to have music in my life, a gift that I can share with others and one that allows me to connect with so many beautiful and interesting people from all walks of life.
I performed the show with my accompanist and good friend Asher Ettinger. The hospital has a baby grand piano available for use, so we had great fun adapting the songs to this format.
Aside from that, I've been keeping a pretty low profile, because I'm busy working on some new songs for my upcoming gig at the Musideum on 6th August. Stay tuned for more details.
Wishing you all a wonderful day.
Natasha xx
