I looked up the song, "Could it Be Magic" and found out that the introduction and ending were based on Frederic Chopin's Prelude in C Minor. Manilow had spent an afternoon playing Chopin music, and this piece inspired him to write his song.

Exposure to art and music has filled my life with beauty and joy and an intensity that allows me to feel a connection to the Divine.

I often watch YouTube videos of professionals playing whatever piano pieces I'm about to learn. But, listening to outstanding musicians also reminds me of my own shortcomings. Perfectionist that I am, playing the wrong notes sends me into quite a tizzy.