Admittedly, I have been dreading this day for quite awhile. Today was Abbey's first piano recital. Its not that I wasn't excited for her (I was), or that I can't stand to listen to piano (I actually enjoy the songs she plays)... its just that I didn't want to have to sit and listen to anyone ELSE'S children play piano. Much to my surprise, I found that I really enjoyed the whole thing. The recital was downtown in an area where the older homes are being restored. This particular home has been transformed into an art center. There are paintings and sculptures throughout the house. It was really awesome. About half of the performances were Christmas songs, and I actually really liked all the arrangements, etc. The whole thing lasted about an hour, and afterward, we had delicious eclairs (which may explain much of the good vibes I had about the afternoon).
Yeah, this house makes an awesome art center, but wouldn't it make an even BETTER haunted house?
Here is Abbey introducing herself and her piece. It was funny to see her get a little nervous (whoa! I just noticed the statue in the background. Nothing brightens up a piano recital like some racy graven images, eh?)
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Afterward... all smiles!
Grrr... I forgot to start recording her until halfway through her performance. I had my phone on my lap, ready to go - but maybe I was the nervous one. I did catch some of her first song and then the second song she played with just one hand. On a related topic, does anyone know how to upload video to this blog and retain the video quality?
Great job, Abbey! We are proud of you.
