Olivia had her first violin recital with all her teacher's students on Saturday, September 8 at the concert hall at Ruggero Piano. This was a culmination of SO. MUCH. WORK. on her part! She was terribly nervous that day and couldn't eat much before we left. But, she rose to the occasion, sat in the front row with the other performers--which wasn't what she was expecting to have to do--, and played bravely and beautifully! Polina and her husband tried to make it as kind a recital as possible, with Polina helping the students and their violins!
This was her first piece, called Toodle Pip.
In her second piece, she lost her place and the pianist couldn't find her. It was heart wrenching, but she kept her composure. Then at the end when her teacher asked if she would like to play it again, she said, "Yes!" I am thankful because she was proud of her performance then, and showed her hard work!
She is remarkably good. From her playing you feel the music. And, damn girl! I'm so so glad she did it again. I can't imagine how difficult that must have been.
ReplyDeleteShe is amazing!! And such bravery to play it again. I’m sure you are so proud ❤️
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