I can not remember a time when I haven't heard music in my head. It also is a good distraction when the pain is extremely high. It doesn't quite work as well for a distraction when I am getting a blood test, blood pressure test, or botox for migraines, or basically anything with a needle. I do my best, however, sometimes, it isn't enough at times.
We were lucky in that our mom really wanted us involved in music. Band, choir, she wanted us to do it all. Both of my brothers at one time played the saxophone and trumpet. I started on flute and switched to clarinet. I haven't stopped yet. When I got my wood clarinet, mom said that the day I stop playing it, it goes back to her. Hmmm, I haven't stopped yet. I don't think I need to worry about that.
One of the first things I teach students is music is an expression of yourself no matter what instrument you play or sing. It is an easier explanation of what interpertation is. Interpertation is not something that can really be taught because it is so individualized. I could play or sing, the exact notes, rhythms, everything as another and still it would not be identical. Why? We are 2 different people. I have friends who think it is cool to always have music in my head and some that think it is weird. It is probably both depending on the day, time, and where I am. Oh, and pain level.
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