Concert Musings
Nerve-wracking. Yes .... BUT ...
I'd do it again in a heartbeat (make that "palpitation" as during the Karelia Suite).
On our way home from the concert last night I was telling my husband about a few of the places where I'd gotten lost in a couple of the pieces. He stopped me and said to focus on the positive outcome, not the negative. Then he posed 2 questions: 1. Did I feel proud that I'd gotten up on the stage and performed this very difficult music. (answer: Yes) 2. Did I feel that I'd made progress in my playing over the past 3 months because of all my hard work. (answer: Yes)
Most importantly, besides feeling a sense of accomplishment, I have a feeling of camaraderie with the members of the orchestra. This is what makes the work, the struggle and all the anxiety worth while. This is why I will continue.
posted by cellodonna @ 9:31 PM
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3 Comments:
I'm so happy to hear that you could answer yes to both questions!
There is a certain intimacy with one's peers that can only be gained through struggle. Perhaps it comes from showing our vulnerability.
Good work!
Your husband sounds very wise. It is great that you are feeling good about your performance and your progress. Congratulations!
I'm sure your concert must have sounded wonderful!!! Yes, the camaraderie of music-making is like no other. You can be proud of your progress, and your being there helped the other musicians to progress as well.
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