Even on Vacation, Work Happens

Yesterday I had a lovely rehearsal in Hopewell, NJ, with my cellist. I was reminded of how it feels to WORK - not just to sing. To delve, to translate, to search for meaning and connection between text and music and instruments and composer. It has inspired me to write program notes, work harder then ever to memorize EVERYTHING on EVERY page, and prepare more for this recital than I have for any other in my career.

Today I was reminded of the other side of work, as I try to schedule my 20 students for the year into a congruent schedule that allows me time to practice, audition, rehearse and perform. It is VERY nerve-racking, but I think as soon as I settle into a few weeks of routine, I will be calmer and a better teacher for it.

Now I'm off to finish the Brahms translations (that's right, the Brahms viola/contralto songs, performed by cello and soprano!). This will be an unusual recital.....

I'm on Vacation

And have been without internet for several days. It's been LOVELY (though a nagging voice in my head keeps telling me to check my emails and hunt for students and learn that music). I will write a more detailed post soon. I've been visiting with friends and family members everywhere from OH to MA to NY to NJ and have a recital coming up in a few weeks, which will surely trigger some insightful tidbits I can share here.

Night!

And All of A Sudden I'm A Singer Again

This week, I:

-almost doubled my teaching studio size

-was offered one of the most awesome church jobs in the city

-found (potential, probable) venues for a chamber recital

-found (potential) venue for opera to be performed in October.

All the week before I go on an awesome vacation!

More detailed posts to follow.