As I watched everyone perform, I remembered last year's recital like it was yesterday. It dawned on me how different so many of the players are and how many faces were missing from past years.
The past 8 years of teaching have been incredible, but incredibly fast. Especially these last two years. It seems to be the side effect of having kids; time starts to fast forward no matter how much we try to stop and enjoy the small moments. Everything just flies by.
This weekend flew by way to quickly, so I want to take note of the incredible moments and music that I heard from two different groups of performers.
On Saturday, the
Fiddle Class put on an amazing show at Chartwell Residence. I didn't feel like I was leading a group of students or that it was something we just threw together. It feel real and polished, heartfelt and powerful. We just played. Everyone knew what to do, and we all did it together. These students continue to surprise me in taking my crazy ideas and turning them into something real and amazing. I am so proud of these performers.
On Sunday, the
Group Class performed advanced repertoire confidently and younger students demonstrated respect, patience and immense self control to be able to wait for the pieces they know how to play. These students put together ensembles with minimal rehearsal time and played them all beautifully and coherently. They all made my job way too easy and I am so proud of the individuals they are growing up to be.
Although I only saw a moment of it, my heart stopped as I watched my daughter on stage during Row Your Boat. I can't believe the little person she is turning into. She knows more than I will ever know.
None is these experiences would be possible without the continued support of all my students and Suzuki families. Thank you for supporting Amy's Violin School and allowing me to continue to do what I love.
Happy Spring!
