This month, I picked a selection of tunes that gave me a feeling of confidence; confidence that is steadfast even when moving towards the unknown. Rather, assuredness may be a better term. Being assured that positivity is around the bend, even if momentarily it’s form may be abstract. The power of music lifts our spirits, strengthens our will, and accompanies us on our paths to the light. Let’s keep moving, y’all. -bruce Attila Zoller - The Birds and the Bees Dexter Gordon - Naima Chick Corea - Song of Wind Terumasa Hino - Song for Bumiji Mike Longo - Ocean of His Might Woody Herman - Freedom Jazz Dance Ossie Davis reciting, “Life is Fine” written by Langston Hughes Johnny Hammond - Peace Train Roy Haynes - Tangiers Mary Lou Williams Trio - Pale Blue Clifford Jordan Quartet - Powerful Paul Robeson John Coltrane - Wise One