When I first encountered Muse in the Fall of 1983, I could not have imagined the lasting impact that it would have on my life. Coming back last weekend for the “Muse at 25” Concert reminded me of the many lessons that I learned in Muse…

I learned a sense of community-that taking care of ourselves and each other may be one of the most important things in the world.

That we are all ‘connected’-the decisions that I make to “act” (or not) impact all around me.

That it is my responsibility to use the power that I have to fight for those who have less.

That on the most fundamental human level, though we may all look different, we are the same.

Through song, we can build bridges, start dialogues about difficult issues, and in small and large ways, change the world.

I want to say a heartfelt thanks to all who made this homecoming weekend possible. It was wonderful to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones. Your generosity and kind spirit were overwhelming to me.

Though it had been 15 years since I last sang with Muse, I felt as though I had never left. I am grateful to you, Cathy, for planting the seed of a Cincinnati Women’s Choir, and to all my Muse ‘sisters’ for what Muse has become. You have been and are a true gift in my life.

Judy Popovich
Alum