My Introduction to Pink Martini (the band)

Inspiration can come from anywhere.

I was recently inspired by Ari Shapiro’s memoir “The Best Strangers in the World.”

Mr. Shapiro is a radio journalist with NPR and singer with Pink Martini.

Before I picked up Mr. Shapiro’s memoir, I had not heard of Pink Martini before.

Pink Martini is an American band that has been around since 1994.

One of the songs that Pink Martini covers is “Brasil.”

I love Brasil, so when I read that, I quickly headed over to YouTube and did a search of Pink Martini + Brasil.

Among the search results, I learned that Pink Martini will be coming to Toronto in November 2023.

Did I want to see Pink Martini when they come to Toronto?

Before making a decision, I listened to some other Pink Martini songs. Some favourites include: Anna, ?Dónde estás, Yolanda? Hang On Little Tomato, Splendour in the Grass and Let’s Be Friends. I spent an entire afternoon listening to 18 Pink Martini songs, liked what I heard and bought a ticket to go see Pink Martini in November!

My interest in listening to music has been in steep decline (i.e., non-existent) for quite a while. I turn on the radio every day and listen to 680, which is an all-news radio station in Toronto. ?

Mr. Shapiro revitalized my interest in music. I got pumped up and started dancing to Brasil in my home. I was inspired to check out other Pink Martini songs. told four friends about this band, and now I’m telling you about Pink Martini. ?

Have you heard of Pink Martini? Are you a fan? Have you read Ari Shapiro’s memoir “The Best Strangers in the World”? What do you think of this memoir???

I am a retired HR practitioner. I’ve entered a new phase in my life after the death of my parents. I realize that life is short and to make the most of each day. I am grateful. I think about my values + purpose all the time. I am a work in progress.