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One Voice Among Many My Choral Experiences
About 10 years ago, when I was singing with the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, I was given the incredible opportunity to perform alongside the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Anybody who has even a passing interest in jazz knows the name. Brubeck was a legendary and remarkably distinct pianist and composer, responsible for some of the most beloved standards in the entire genre. It was truly a privilege to stand beside that intensely talented group and participate in one of the most transformative musical experiences of my life. When our chorus arrived at the venue — the Washington National Cathedral — all we could do was look around, quietly amazed. The ivory-colored, vaulted ceilings, the multicolored, prismatic light pouring through the stained glass windows — it was an austere, impressive piece of architecture. The weight of the place felt like it begged us to whisper, but we knew we’d be belting our reverberating choral lines into the space in a matter of minutes. After we had rehearsed for a bit — intermittently stopped by Brubeck’s representative with an “Okay, at this part, the guys are gonna make something up” — Brubeck and his legendary combo came in. We did a single run-through of the piece. During the improvisational sections, I was struck by a thought: This was the only time this specific arrangement will be played this way. We were witnessing a one-of-a-kind performance, played just for us. I got a chill, as the notes bounced endlessly around the cavernous space,
granted gravitas by the expansive reverberations. Later, when we finally performed it in front of hundreds of audience members, I had a similar thought about the ephemerality of improvised work. I guess with these jazz musicians, that’s just routine. Music has always been my greatest passion outside of my work. I’ve been singing for years, whether it was with the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, the Barnard- Columbia Chorus, the Handel Choir of Baltimore, or the many chamber choirs, religious groups, and small combos I’ve been a part of. I’ve also been a professional cantor for a synagogue for over 30 years. I may not get a lot of time to write my own music, but when I do manage to snag a few minutes, it’s like playing in the sandbox. I head down to my little basement “recording studio” and fool around with the piano and guitar, composing what I can. Right now, I have something like seven “performable” songs written, and fragments of several more. I have this idea that when I get to 10 or 12, I’ll record an album, and I know it’s just a matter of time until that will happen. Who knows where it will go from there? Music has been a constant companion throughout my life. I’m just grateful for the abundant musical opportunities with which I’ve been provided as the years have gone by. - Dr. Joel Nathanson
“I got a chill, as the notes bounced endlessly around the cavernous space,
granted gravitas by the expansive reverberations.”
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A Helping Hand
Teach Kids Responsibility With Age-Appropriate Chores
Chores have often been a regular aspect of a family household. However, many parents today are questioning the importance of assigning housework over extracurricular activities like learning a second language, practicing a musical instrument, or participating in sports. Data collected by Braun Research found that 82 percent of adults were assigned chores as a child, whereas only 28 percent say they assign chores to their own children. While extracurriculars are important, many experts, including University of Maryland psychology professor Roger W. McIntire, cite the benefits of chores in a child’s development. In McIntire’s book “Raising Good Kids in Tough Times,” he states, “A child has to have some responsibilities.” A study from the University of Minnesota analyzed data from 84 children across four periods of their lives: preschool, ages 10 and 15, and their mid-20s. Researchers found that young adults who had regular chores at the age of 3 or 4 were more likely to have better interpersonal relationships, academic and
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career success, and were more likely to be self- sufficient compared to those without chores or those who started them as a teenager. Here are a few age-appropriate chores to help your kids take on more responsibilities around the house: Ages 2–4 • Help make their beds • Clean up toys • Put dirty clothes in the laundry basket • Dust easy-to-reach places • Help clean up spills with supervision • Bring plastic utensils to the table Ages 5–7 • Feed and water pets • Put away light groceries • Empty indoor trash cans • Sweep and mop floors with supervision • Water plants • Set the table for dinner
Keep bedroom clean
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Fold and put away laundry
Vacuum carpets
Change sheets on bed regularly
Bring trash cans out to curb on trash day Help with lawn work (pulling weeds, raking leaves, etc.)
Our Sleep Apnea Expert Meet Nancy, This Month’s Employee Spotlight
Anybody who works here at Nathanson Dental will tell you that the best part of the job is our wonderful team. Throughout the years, we’ve become a remarkably close-knit community. By now, we work together seamlessly, aiding each other throughout the day. Honestly, I can’t imagine better people to work alongside. I was hired a couple years back as the sleep coordinator for the practice, tasked with helping our wonderful patients get a good night’s sleep and increase their longevity and enjoyment of their lives. People don’t always realize it, but sleep apnea treatment is a substantial portion of Nathanson Dental and certainly the work I enjoy most around the office. Though we do have the occasional patient come in looking for a nonintrusive oral appliance for their sleep apnea, we also screen all of our dental
patients to see whether they might be in need of a sleep apnea solution. So many people are afflicted with sleep apnea without even realizing it. For these people, snoring, gasping themselves awake, and chronic fatigue are a fact of life. Luckily, I have the unique opportunity to tangibly improve their lives with a simple diagnosis and appliance. Outside of work, I enjoy going to the beach and visiting my cousin on Taylors Island, or spending time with my nieces and nephew, doing whatever makes them happy. I’m also involved in the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of the Darkness program. My niece helps coordinate events to raise money for the charity, which works to raise awareness of the symptoms that lead to suicide and provides a safe space for those who are struggling with depression or hopelessness.
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Office Giveaway! His and Hers Smart Watches
Nathanson Dental’s Free Dentistry Day Giving Back to the Community, One Smile at a Time
July 1 – September 31
According to the National Association for Dental Plans, over 114 million Americans lacked any kind of dental insurance in 2016. Without coverage, it can be difficult, if not impossible, to afford adequate dental care, dramatically raising the risk of numerous health problems. We at Nathanson Dental believe that everyone should have access to the highest quality dental treatment, regardless of economic status. That’s why, on September 8, we’re holding our second Dentistry FromThe Heart event, a free day of dentistry for those who need dental treatment but are unable to afford it. This year, we’ll be donating our time, supplies, and expertise to the community to give free cleanings, fillings, and extractions to anyone who attends the event. It’s truly a privilege to be able to lend a helping hand to the neighborhoods we serve. It’s always been our goal to reach the greatest number of patients possible, encouraging healthy teeth and transforming lives with the highest possible standard of care. Our free dentistry day allows us to do just that. Through our previous 2014 event with Dentistry FromThe Heart, a worldwide nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free dental care to those in need, we provided over $22,000 of dental care, absolutely free of charge. This year, we’re partnering with the organization again, hoping to treat even more patients than before! Nathanson Dental takes our responsibility to the communities we serve seriously. Dental care is more than a luxury. Everyone deserves to have a healthy, beautiful smile. That’s why we’re so thrilled to be a part of Dentistry FromThe Heart. Published by The Newsletter Pro . www.TheNewsletterPro.com
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THIS ISSUE
One Voice Among Many Page 1
Responsibilities That Come With Age Page 2 Meet Nancy, This Month’s Employee Spotlight! Page 2
Dentistry From The Heart Page 3
Office Giveaway Page 3
It’s Time to Geocache In Page 4
Cache Your Dreams in the Great Outdoors Geocaching Marries Technology and Recreation
While the term is relatively new, the concept is not. Geocaching has its roots in the 150-year-old game of letterboxing, in which people hid boxes containing small handwritten letters in outdoor locations. Once exclusively a tool of the U.S. Military, Global Positioning Systems are essential to geocaching. The hobby officially began in 2000, when accurate GPS readings became available to the masses due to the military’s removal of Selective Availability, a program intended to limit non-military use of the system. Once people had access to the technology and its incredible accuracy, it didn’t take long for them to begin concealing and hunting caches throughout the world. Geocaching originally required the purchase of an expensive handheld GPS unit, but now it can be done using a smartphone.
Location data for geocaching is readily available online, and caches can be found in nearly any area in the world. The easiest way to get started is to create a free account at Geocaching.com. Once you have an account, visit the “Hide & Seek a Cache” page, enter your postal code, and click “search.” Then, simply choose any geocache from the list, and enter the coordinates of the geocache into your device. After you find the hidden geocache, sign the online logbook and return the geocache to its original location, along with its new treasure. One really cool aspect of geocaching is how it marries technology with the great outdoors. It’s every parent’s solution to getting their child out from in front of the TV. Plus, it can be a fun side activity to add to any outdoor adventure. Most importantly, geocaching is an inexpensive way to spend quality time in nature, alone or with others.
Treasure hunters once searched for caches of gold, priceless artifacts, precious gems, and other valuables. Now that just about any kind of outdoor adventure can be planned and tracked via smartphone, many outdoor enthusiasts look for geocaches instead. You can spend your afternoons hunting for hidden trinkets, and all you need is a GPS.
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