Playing Life’s Music: Genice Shaw’s Story

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a replyExploring the Musical Journey and Life Lessons of Genice ShawIn this episode of Open Forum in The Villages, Florida, host Mike Roth converses with Genice Shaw, a former concert pianist, composer, and music teacher for children with special needs. Genice shares her musical beginnings, her diverse academic and professional journey, and her experiences in teaching and performing music. She also discusses overcoming a lupus and scleroderma diagnosis, her move from Nashville to The Villages, and her creative character performances. This episode highlights Genice's resilience, passion for music, and the importance of following one's dreams despite life's challenges.00:00 Introduction to Open Forum in The Villages00:56 Support the Podcast01:38 Meet Genice Shaw01:57 Genice's Musical Journey05:33 Life in Nashville and Orlando06:38 Teaching and Impact07:21 Health Challenges and Resilience13:17 Funeral Anecdote and Characters16:05 Advice and Reflections16:57 Conclusion and Next EpisodeSupport the showVillages Vitality Senior Life Unscripted is Produced & Directed by Mike RothA new episode will be released most Fridays at 9 AMDirect all questions and comments to [email protected] you know a someone who should appear on the show, please contact us at:  [email protected]