Let me state two things.
First, I am a music fan.
Second, I do not need music everywhere, every minute.
I do not like it to drown the conversation or prevent it.
I should not have to raise my voice to be heard because it is too loud.
I definitely do not need music in the bathroom.
The lack of it, the Sounds of Silence, makes me appreciate it when I desire it.
Like the seasons bring a contrast, sound and silence need each other.
November 21 is No Music Day, a UK thing launched by Musician/Producer Bill Drummond.
It was launched in 2005.
As an example, the BBC Scotland will not broadcast any music all day on November 21 (as illustrated).
Michael White elaborates on the details behind this event in Who’ll Stop the Ringtones? (New York Times).
Why was November 21 chosen?
Saint Cecilia’s Day also happens to be Thanksgiving.
To be honest, I might be playing some music today but in moderation.
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