solid two thumbs up. I didn't play amazingly every single night, but i realized that me not playing well didn't mean that the whole concert didn't go well. It may seem like common sense, but it was a weird one for me to think about. I made tons of new friends, became better friends with people i already liked, and was just incredibly humbled.
I have been incredibly fortunate throughout my entire life. This was such a blessing, to be able to MAKE MUSIC 8 days out of 9 with people who I love. Each person I knew well enough to understand went through such highs and lows during this trip, and the best part about it was that we all knew when to help by being close and when to give space.
Many times, I looked up at Dr. Baldwin and didn't find a que or beat. I honestly looked and found love. I couldn't think of a single more beautiful thing than an adult LOVING what they do.
I have never held back so many tears in my life. This whole tour was an exercise in emotional supression. How could it not be? Seriously! 9 days on a bus, loving and hating, creating and resting (or attempting to...). Looking forward to next year, I just about pooped my pants. I'm incredibly nervous and excited for what may or may not happen for the whole orchestra, but specifically my section.
Although I really would have appreciated some time home, I wouldn't have traded tour for nearly anything in the world. I worked my butt off, and it certainly paid me back MORE than double.
-your resident orch dorch
p.s. I SAY NUGGETS, YOU SAY SHEREZADE!
and.... WHATEVER HAPPENS, DONT STOP DANCING!
