I came across this New York Times article this morning and thought that many of my readers might enjoy reading it. I know I did! We hear so much about following your passion and finding something you love to do as you choose your direction in life; but this is a fantastic, alternative way of looking at your choices in life – particularly if you have more than one passion OR you just haven’t found something that grabs you.
There’s something to the idea of thinking about the ways we contribute to those around us, rather than looking for something that is fulfilling to us from the onset. It’s just one more way of looking at the puzzle. Enjoy!
Click here to read the article.
About Angela
French hornist Angela Cordell Bilger enjoys a freelance career as a chamber musician, orchestral player, and educator. She recently moved to the Chicago area from Philadelphia where she was second horn with Opera Philadelphia. She plays frequently with The Philadelphia Orchestra where she spent the 2008-2009 and 2016-2017 seasons as acting fourth horn. She recently joined the Chicago-based Sapphire Woodwind Quintet and coaches chamber music at Northwestern University and Midwest Young Artists Conservatory. During her years in New York City, Angela performed with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Orchestra of St. Luke’s, at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and in many Broadway shows. In addition, she spent several summers at the Marlboro Music Festival and toured with Musicians from Marlboro. Angela has served as adjunct faculty at Montclair State University, Drexel University, and Temple University. She lives on the North Shore of Chicago with her husband, trumpet player David Bilger, and their two children.
