Dec. 10th Student Christmas Recital

On Dec. 10th at the Auburn United Methodist Church (http://auburnmethodist.org/), there was held a small student recital. I had held a very small (4 student) recital in the lobby of this building the year before, and was asked about doing it this year-- I didn't want to let anyone down. This year I was able to get the main foyer and  initially many students wanted to take part in the event. I had also planned to have musical and technical help with the day, since I couldn't manage that many people all at once.
Things do not always go as planned. The week leading up to the concert had several cancellations, my tech and musical help backed out, and emails were not responded to. This is something I am accustomed to, so I made the best of it, setting up equipment and calming nervous students and anxious parents. A few last minute performers joined in and it made the recital all that more exciting.

The parents brought baked goods and I brought my famous cocoa assembly line (with whipped cream and candy canes). Everyone thanked me for my efforts and the lengths I went to prepare it-- I was just proud of everyone who performed and their courage to get in front of an audience of 40. The students made the show and I was glad to provide them with a platform-- I only wish I could have done more.

Thank you for all that participated and watched!