I'm so glad to have heard about your experience! I also found myself in that limbo of grief after the deaths of several important people in my life. Quite miraculously, a baby grand piano was gifted to me in that darkest hour. I started relearning piano; it had been 45 years since my last lessons. Music became my lifeboat. Within months, my greatest joy became songwriting. I write songs for my friends...it started with a baby shower and a song for the one soon to arrive. And they just keep coming. And yes, what a healing it has been for me, to gift these songs. And yes, I would also propose that the joy of gifting music one on one like this actually far exceeds that obtained from popularity or fame. Hugs to you, kindred spirit.
Thank you Judith! You found your unique way to share your musical gifts. What a beautiful voice, what a healing service you are providing for others as you heal yourself. Thank you for your vulnerability, courage. Many Blessings Songstress!
Wow, what a tender voice! I can imagine myself listening to her, with eyes closed, and walking into a new dream. Also, her touch on the guitar complements well.
2 words: Courageous and Generous Thank you for sharing how to be courageous and why to be generous with our courage. When we hold on, we help others hold on♥ You're an inspiration for sure
wow, I stumbled across you and I want to tell you thank you very much for sharing your talent. Its a blessing to all who listens. I'm also a songwriter and you've inspired me, thank you.
Manic creativity .... thanks for that. a moving story ... and moving music. Blessings on your gifts. Thanks for sharing. Thankx tedtalk for sharing Judith !
Almost got into a car accident, maybe two weeks ago. I was just thinking about it before you played Daniel's song. It would have definitely killed me or left me in a vegetative state, and maybe my sister who was on the passenger side. I have taken your song as a I sign from God. Thank you
Music is perhaps the most powerful weapon to beat this kind of suffering, and when you are alone it is the only one that feeds that emptiness, and does not hurt the body
Amazing story. I can slightly relate with sudden family loss shaking my foundations but not to such severity. Amazing voice and tunes and happy spirit. I'm inspired.
This was amazing! Your voice and songwriting talent are phenomenal. I'm so glad you found your purpose through your dark night! It's very inspirational.
that's really great and I applaud that lady for taking other people's storylines and making songs out of them. Fantastic. I was only wishing there were some happy songs in there. But so much respect for the writer.
This is great! Singer songwriter here as well. I taught myself piano & guitar then immediately wrote a hundred songs. & if I don’t finish my song in one sitting or an hour I’m done with it!
these lessons are the most important ones, of course they reflect on our music, but man... this girl has gone thru so much, and sometimes we complain about just foolish stuff. Really a life lesson for us as musicians and human beings.
Judith...wow. Shivers here in 2020 UK december in our pandemic, i think you just saved my soul. what is that 'sure' song called and where do we buy it? Stunning and stunned, utterly stunned.
Nice job girl:) wish you all the success in the world... I am over 50 and beginning to write songs myself. ... running out of time though... persistence
The sweetest, realist TED talk I've seen
I came here to learn something about songwriting but learned so much more... Beautiful songs, voice and spirit. Thank you.
I'm so glad to have heard about your experience! I also found myself in that limbo of grief after the deaths of several important people in my life. Quite miraculously, a baby grand piano was gifted to me in that darkest hour. I started relearning piano; it had been 45 years since my last lessons. Music became my lifeboat. Within months, my greatest joy became songwriting. I write songs for my friends...it started with a baby shower and a song for the one soon to arrive. And they just keep coming. And yes, what a healing it has been for me, to gift these songs. And yes, I would also propose that the joy of gifting music one on one like this actually far exceeds that obtained from popularity or fame. Hugs to you, kindred spirit.
as a young artist trying to make my way in the world,i just wanna thankyou for this honestly insperational!!
Brilliant songwriter, great story, great compassion and fantastic idea. You're an inspiration to us all. Cheers.
So inspiring! Thank you Judith Avers..
Thank you Judith! You found your unique way to share your musical gifts. What a beautiful voice, what a healing service you are providing for others as you heal yourself. Thank you for your vulnerability, courage. Many Blessings Songstress!
You are a colorful, insightful and delightful soul. Love your voice! Thank you for some inspiration in the form of humor, reflection and authenticity.
Wow, what a tender voice!
I can imagine myself listening to her, with eyes closed, and walking into a new dream.
Also, her touch on the guitar complements well.
What a beautiful gift from a beautiful Soul. thank you for sharing your Blessings
Love you Judith.. You're amazing.. You've got a lovely voice.. I'm truly impressed.. Woah.. May god fulfill all your wishes.. :)
Gorgeous voice. Your voice and your music kind of reminds me of "The Be Good Tanyas". You have an incredible talent!
2 words: Courageous and Generous Thank you for sharing how to be courageous and why to be generous with our courage. When we hold on, we help others hold on♥ You're an inspiration for sure
wow, I stumbled across you and I want to tell you thank you very much for sharing your talent. Its a blessing to all who listens. I'm also a songwriter and you've inspired me, thank you.
same thing happened to me, i'm inspired for sure.
This is a TED talk channel not a personal channel
Thank you so much for your contribution and connection
Very touching. Thank you for sharing your songs with us.
tender voice. thanks
Manic creativity! I’ve never heard that phrase but you just nailed what my life is like!
Manic creativity .... thanks for that.
a moving story ... and moving music. Blessings on your gifts. Thanks for sharing. Thankx tedtalk for sharing Judith !
as soon as the 3rd song started i was destroyed. Beautiful songwriting, Thank you for sharing!
What a beautiful person! And such a tender voice. Amazing!
Almost got into a car accident, maybe two weeks ago. I was just thinking about it before you played Daniel's song. It would have definitely killed me or left me in a vegetative state, and maybe my sister who was on the passenger side. I have taken your song as a I sign from God. Thank you
Music is perhaps the most powerful weapon to beat this kind of suffering,
and when you are alone it is the only one that feeds that emptiness,
and does not hurt the body
Amazing story. I can slightly relate with sudden family loss shaking my foundations but not to such severity. Amazing voice and tunes and happy spirit. I'm inspired.
This was amazing! Your voice and songwriting talent are phenomenal. I'm so glad you found your purpose through your dark night! It's very inspirational.
Nice soothing voice. She's a great singer.
I seriously keep listening to your songs!!!
I love how strong and amazing you are. Such an inspiration ☺️🙏🏼
wow love your voice and talent, love and light i truly enjoy it all thank you
Thanks for sharing your story! Such a giving soul. It speaks through your voice and song.
that's really great and I applaud that lady for taking other people's storylines and making songs out of them. Fantastic. I was only wishing there were some happy songs in there. But so much respect for the writer.
Judith Ayers and Cheryl Wheeler and Shawn Colvin... So grateful for you.
You are one of the most genuine talents I've seen. Good work.. Take care
I wish I had prettier words to compliment her voice.. it soothes me.
Gorgeous voice OMG x inspiring story... Thank you so much ❤️🎶🎶🎶
So beautiful thank you!! What a precious soul you are. I love authenticity and real heart.
Iv been trying to find a song to make me feel something, iv listened to the saddest songs I can find but that second song got me
So beautiful! And talented! And lovely! Thanks for this!
She has such a clean and lovely voice to be live
It is so beautiful ❤ And the songs and the voice are so tender, it's so pleasant to hear it. Thank you!
I didn’t expect to cry this much. This was a beautiful talk. 😭💕
Gave me goosebumps. You have a beautiful soul girl.
Your voice is beautiful and so are your songs!! Thank you for sharing your story ❤️
This was absolutely beautiful to listen to. Music is powerful and thank you Judith for what you do ❤
What an inspiring video to start my 2017!!! Happy New Year! Thank you Judith!
You're amazing Judith. I hope you keep writing and singing. :)
Is her audience even alive? C'mon guys, give this poor girl some encouragement!
They're alive - they're just not appropriately miked up. :(
i wouldve sprung from my seat to clap for the second song
Probably same crowd that showed up for Hillary's campaign rallies in 2016.
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Some people are dead they just don't know it yet
You have such an amazing and commercial voice! Keep it up.
Thank you for the inspiration
What an awesome artist. All that songs go right to the heart.
Can totally relate.... I know this was awhile ago but thank you Judith for sharing ✌x
She is amazing! Honest, brave an very talented.
just wow!! good for you to have found your purpose! please keep on doin what you do!
Oh Judith! You're lovely ♥
Great video of a great artist thanks for sharing your story.
very cool story, and great songs
that second song ... damn girl.
I'm aiming to play guitar as beautifully as you... I love your songs ❤️
so beautiful! thanks a lot!
Beautiful voice, nice songs.
This is great! Singer songwriter here as well. I taught myself piano & guitar then immediately wrote a hundred songs. & if I don’t finish my song in one sitting or an hour I’m done with it!
Talent / Kind Hearted, great combination!
She's very humble! And her voice is great
yes, the second song's very good. Really like her voice.
Thanks, Judith, this really helps.
Omg that second song! Am I right?
the second? it was beautiful. but the third one got me sobbing.
yes!!!!
You could be. I don't know let's ask Jason Cummings.
Yes you could be. That's what he said.
these lessons are the most important ones, of course they reflect on our music, but man... this girl has gone thru so much, and sometimes we complain about just foolish stuff. Really a life lesson for us as musicians and human beings.
beautiful soul, so deep and real.
her voice!! WOW!
She is very skilled at making music. Great job
beautiful! love the idea for inspiration!
What a beautiful voice, and talk. Reminds me a bit of Lori McKenna, like truth being sung.
Judith...wow. Shivers here in 2020 UK december in our pandemic, i think you just saved my soul. what is that 'sure' song called and where do we buy it? Stunning and stunned, utterly stunned.
A beautiful soul.
Beautiful! ❤️
Nice job girl:) wish you all the success in the world... I am over 50 and beginning to write songs myself. ... running out of time though... persistence
You are an inspiration! Thank You ❤️👍
amazing!!!!!!!!!God that song!!!!
amazing voice and so inspiring!!
beautiful, heartbreaking, and so joyfully accepted, ah the human condition
Holy shit. Her voice. Wow
Wow thats heart
wow, very talented, beautiful voice
The one about the couple was breathetaking. She over explained Danny Boy so I expected more, but still very solid ending.
Is called connection heart soul mind with words of song...
I love your voice and creativity
A wonderful voice. Good talk!
Lovely voice.🙏
Wonderful songs. Very nice voice
Yes, the second song's very good, as is her voice.
What a wonderful person :)
Love this so much❤️
What a voice.
Beautiful!
Inspiring! Enjoyed the stories and songs
oh my god, im in love
Very interesting. I would like to do something like that.
So would I
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I really like the third song
Love
+john siafega is
Can't wait to watch this.