I think everyone should have something they get excited about that may have no meaning or change anything. For me, playing in an orchestra is hard work that is rewarding and fun. I grew up taking dance classes and being yelled at for not doing something right-- I got leagues ahead of those that had milquetoast teachers. Is that bad? I never had this playing music though-- so I have found it in various ensembles. Of course, what ensemble is the ballet of the music world? (perfection sought but never quite found)
Classical music!
What better way to understand and feel it then to be at the helm of a living and struggling orchestra. Well, maybe the conductor is at the helm-- I am a passenger but I am helping to move the ship with my oar!
Bates is conducted by Hiroya M. who has a world of information about scores and knows how to use the right analogy or metaphor to get the desired effect out of a section. Even when the music is physically daunting and mentally exhausting, I am learning and I am adjusting.
And that is what I was talking about from my flashback earlier-- adjusting. I had to adjust to another's expectations-- and it made me better. It doesn't matter what we think about our performance-- we are being watched and heard and sometimes paid-- keep that pay coming by giving them what they want. They want good sound that is polished and from the heart-- yes, they want a lot from you. But, if no one wants anything from you then why are you here?
I am glad that Bates has begun again. The Augusta Symphony Orchestra has also begun and I will be getting their music. It is a chance to be on stage, to be a part of a greater whole, and to accomplish something that it takes a group to accomplish. Sept. 11 was a few days ago-- we all should understand that it takes a village sometimes to make a greater truth.
Thank you
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