I’m always on the lookout for role models, male or female, who are older than I am. But there’s something about a woman who is living an interesting life that does, in fact, interest me. My life has sure held some interest, and largely because I’ve sought it.

I recently read an article about an extreme grandma (that’s what her grandchildren called her). It reminded me of the grandmother in Hoodwinked. Perhaps that’s where they got the title from.

I’m not sure I’m capable of being what I haven’t been, at least in some cases, or that I even have the desire to do some of the things.

But this, from my alma mater, was an inspiring story of Marilyn Mason who has taught organ at University of Michigan for 60 years — yes, 60! Additionally she has commissioned, I think it was more than 70 works for organ, because she feels present day relevancy is important. She doesn’t live in the past.

I found it interesting to listen to what her students say about her and her methods of teaching. She passes on what she knows. But she also puts as much time and energy into placing them in careers when they finish their schooling. She is more than a mentor; she is an advocate.

Be sure to listen to her play the organ on the video. In one place she remarks that every time one plays a piece, it is recreating it; it is necessarily different. She doesn’t rest on her laurels.

I found it interesting to see the images of her throughout her career.

Someone said about her that she lives her life full throttle. I work for that!

I tried to find out more about her. She was also honored at her 50 year anniversary. She has played on every continent except for Antarctica, and in about 50 countries. She is the first woman to play the organ at Westminster Abby. When you realize she took some time away for additional study, she truly is ageless.

Karin

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