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August 2, 2016 By Cynthia

It’s that time of the year when lesson cancellations run rampant.  Summer vacations definitely take their toll on my  teaching income.  That’s o.k., life is full of trade-offs.  When business is overwhelming, there’s lots of money. But, if it slows down to a dull roar, there’s more personal time.  When I was young, I worried if things were slow, then complained that I was over-worked when business flourished.  “Live and learn” as they say, and I’m excited to have time to work on my album.  All the songs but one are now written and copyrighted, so I’m enjoying extra hours at the piano developing them.  Why don’t I just finish song #14?  Answer: Since I dearly love songwriting even more than any other part of performance preparation, I’m saving one for later…..

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Email Cynthia Bythell at cynthiabythell@att.net

Cynthia's studio is located in Berkeley, California

Cynthia’s Notes

2020 Christmas

‘Twas three weeks before Christmas and all through our house, not a person was stirring, but me and my spouse. Two stockings were hung by the chimney with care; Too bad no one would be there to share.  Ev’ry night we rested all snug in our bed, while visions of vaccines danced in our heads.  Each morning we arose to shelter in place, glad that our home was a warm, comfy space.  Glittery garland, lights twink’ling on the tree, we nestled on our cozy couch for Christmas movies on TV.  Gifts ordered on line, season’s to-do list quickly done, there was a whole lot less work and much, much more fun.  It left plenty of time for Christmas love, peace, and light; The deep understanding that ev’rything will be alright.

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