Hello my lovely readers,
On Sunday November 10th, we had a concert in Voxman concert hall. It consisted of 9 songs, 3 poems and a theme about time. From “running out of time” to “waisting time” to “mornings quick coffee” (say that one tem times fast). As a Alto Two my range goes from high C’s and D’s to Love A’s and G’s. Unlike other years, we had our Final concert for the semester alone so we had a bigger work load. It was definitely hard to get there but I think it was one of the most proud I have been to be part of a group. Not only did I get back to doing a solo and taking a leap of faith in myself it just felt like the group was united. It is always been a great community in the University and so rewarding.
One of the coolest part of this concert for me personally was I actually was one of the soloists who read a poem. Mine was called “A Poem About Time” by Anxhelo Llangozi. It was actually one of the things I am most proud of through my college years so far. I had to audtion and then I had to practice my reading of the poem, then when it came time preform my heart out. No I did not dance or anything but I read with my heart and soul right on that stage. I felt fearless and also like I was going to fall of the stage. If you thought I was not nervous that would be a lie. Anyone who performs gets nervous it shows you care. But at the same time you need to believe in yourself. Never hold yourself back because you think you might fail. Also pro tip if you ever make a mistake only you know they will not be paying attention to the little slips. Hold yourself with confidence.
Before and after any performance have a routine, it will help you feel more centered.
Before: I always drink ginger and honey water, meditate and tell my self the important things to remember “I am strong, I am good enough, and I am here for a reason.”
After: Always meet with those who came to see me. Thank my director, go celebrate. If that’s going to get ice cream or getting a fun dinner. Do it!
Last, if you plan to audition for any performance groups here at the university, we would love you to join us. We are so excited to have new members every year.
Cheers
Rose
