Paul Simon was recently honored with a Doctor of Music degree from the prestigious New England Conservatory. The honorary degree is a recognition of Simon's significant contributions to the world of music and his enduring influence on generations of musicians.
During the ceremony, Simon addressed the graduating class, saying, “It’s a cliché but music really is the closest we come to a universal language. It crosses borders as effortlessly as a cloud. It nourishes culture like an underground spring. Music has the power to heal, to inspire, to make people weep or jump up and dance for joy."
Simon also offered some words of encouragement. He commented, "You have chosen a profession that can provide a lifetime’s journey into the ineffable.”
[Source: Classic Hits Today]