Wow! I can't believe I haven't written since November!! What on earth have I been doing? Something I didn't know how much I loved and had missed--singing!! No, I'm not a fantastic singer, I don't do solos, I don't even take voice lessons. I'm just a choir singer. For years I sang in my church choir--often wondering what I would ever do without it!!
Well I've been without it for several--like 10 years now. It was a process--first I was in school 2 nights a week for about 5 years getting my clear credential and my Masters. Then my parents moved to California--and that took up much of my so called free time, even though I loved having them here.
Also during that time, my church was in transition. Our fantastic choir director moved back east. A couple of substitutes just didn't cut it. Then the church seemed to follow the way of so many with the worship team concept.
Anyway, this fall, I "happened" upon a Barbershop Class which "happened" to meet at a time that was convenient with work and all. After the first day, I was so excited, that I joined the Chorale group as well. So now, two days a week, I race from work to these classes.
These past few weeks, we have been having extra rehersals for our performances. We did the Vivaldi "Gloria" last Tuesday with an orchestra. It was amazing. I had forgotten how much I loved classical music! Then Monday night, we participated in a "Messiah" sing-along with this same orchestra--again, such a blessing!! Now tomorrow we have our dress rehersal for Saturday's performance of the "Holiday Hits Concert". Because it is community choir, we are doing several Jewish pieces, secular holiday songs, as well as several religious pieces. My whole family is coming!! I do believe I have rediscovered my personal passion.
Also, I truly believe God has placed me in these groups--I have made friends with several older women--I absolutely love them--and they me! Even one little man has stolen my heart--he is all bent over and walks with a cane--just like my Dad did. Thank you Lord for bringing me new love into my life--when I thought I couldn't be more fulfilled!!
Blue Jean Grandma--a collection of thoughts and memories of a grandma of nine and a retired teacher!
3 comments:
Mom I am so proud of you for all the things that you have done and for your singing groups now. We can't wait to see and hear you tomorrow. Can you wave at us from the stage?
You go girl!! I am soooo happy for you and for you following your passion!! Keep on making those joyful noises! We can hear you in Tennessee!!
OH, I clicked on your site and saw your banner and knew you were in So Cal. How I miss that! The hills, the back yards, the palms! H
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