Weeks of Inspiration

Even though I have not posted here, I have been blogging the past two months.  Except, my blogs are in Russian and under a different blog name.

I'd like to mention a few musical endeavors and inspirations from the past few weeks.  A little over a week ago, I had the opportunity to be in a performance of the Monteverdi Vespers.  This was a wonderful experience, and I shared the stage (albeit as a chorister) with some famous early music musicians, both singers and instrumentalists.  The experience of singing this work, knowing the history, understanding the style... it was amazing.  I was so unbelievably proud to be a contributor.  I was impressed with the other members of the choir and their commitment to text and style.

I had the opportunity to have conversations with the soloists.  One of the soloists is also a choral director- and we had inspired conversation about music and education.  Another soloist sings in a group I have recently spent more time listening to, which is called "A Room Full of Teeth."  (I highly recommend checking them out).  By the end of the week, I was incredibly inspired.

Then last night, I attended a concert of a group called Cantus.  I have a few friends who sing in the group, and I love being able to sit back, listen, and watch my friends do what they do.  I am proud, impressed, and so grateful that I can hear such wonderful music.

And last, I have been so inspired by the choir with which I am working.  They are attentive, and more over, they grow as musicians every week.  It is humbling and awe-inspiring to be involved in this growth.