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# When Tragedy Strikes: How To Respond As A Musician
- URL: https://www.hypebot.com/when-tragedy-is-in-the-news-how-to-respond-as-a-musician/
- Published: 2013-04-18T11:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2013-04-18T11:00:00.000Z
- Description: After the horrific events at the Boston Marathon, I along with many others were stunned and saddened. Everyone has different ways of reacting and coping with tragedies like this. As. Continue reading [https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2013/04/when-tragedy-is-in-the-news-how-to-respond-as-a-musician.ht
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- Tags: DIY Advice & Tips, Music Think Tank, Bob Baker, Boston, emotions, Marathon, musician, Natalie Cheng, songs, tragedy, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-01-21 10:43

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After the horrific events at the Boston Marathon, I along with many others were stunned and saddened. Everyone has different ways of reacting and coping with tragedies like this. As a musician, what can you do about this? On [Music Think Tank](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/when-tragedy-is-in-the-news-how-to-respond-as-a-musician.html?ref=hypebot.com), **Bob Baker** has some aspects you can consider in response to this tragedy. As an artist, your words matter and you have the power to soothe people during tough times.

“Consider the mass of people who raced to help those in need on Monday. You could use your clout to **generate more love and cooperation … and less fear and hate**.” ([Read On](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/when-tragedy-is-in-the-news-how-to-respond-as-a-musician.html?ref=hypebot.com))