What an improvement from Monday to Tuesday! Caroling at the Fairmont was just what Excalibur needed to refine some performing skills. Lots of firsts here: baby's first serenade of Silent Night, first time singing in small ensembles on the spot, first choir photo shoot, first videotaped post-concert reflection for graduating senior- same senior who (I hope) had his first time putting powdered garlic on his lunch instead of parmesean cheese. For our sake, hopefully his last:) Comment back with your favorite memory of caroling at the Fairmont by Saturday 12/5 and receive a holiday treat bag from Mrs. Brown!
I said we would demonstrate class and I saw class. I threw curve balls- strolling while caroling, small groups, songs we sight-read and performed simultaneously- and you all rose to the challenge. It speaks volumes for your integrity as a group. Can't wait to see the pics...
What stood out the most to me was the eyes of our audience members. This choir sang a baby from crying and made our audience's eyes sparkle with excitement. In our over-commercialized society, it is your wondeful, rare gift of song that brings people back to the heart of what really matters. Remember that.
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My favorite memory was definetly singing "Go Tell It On the Mountain" combined with Stuart's awesome beat-boxing or perhaps estrogen fueled window shopping break to look at the very pretty/over-priced dresses.
ReplyDeleteI also did enjoy the slightly random confused expressions from general passerby at the sight of a group of some 24 odd teenagers walking around in formals. Quite fun. :)
A treat box is waiting in my office with your name on it Nicole!
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