Life, Love, and Laurelei
So basically all I've been doing lately is eating, sleeping, attempting to work, and singing. Laurelei had our concert last Tuesday and I can't even tell you how awesome it was. Usually after concerts I sit there and talk about how it was okay, and we didn't screw it up that bad, and it was just okay but we did it so much better in practice etc. etc. I proceed to nitpick my performance to the bone and everyone is like, "El, you were awesome. Shut up." But this time, I felt so good about it. Regina Coeli was SO amazing. Okay, so it actually sounded better in Florida, but the important thing was that I completely beasted my solo. Yes, that's right. I really don't like to brag t all. It makes me feel annoying and rude. So I really hope its not bragging to say that I am really proud of myself for that performance. Then, as if that wasn't enough, me duet with Rachael was incredible. Man, that girl can sing. She was soooo quiet all of concert choir last year and then when she got into chambers we were all just a little confused. But she's really come into her own, and she's FANTASTIC. Then came 'Why', and two more really amazing solos. Heather sounded incredible on the solo. She was just amazing. I almost forgot to keep singing. Sometimes I really don't like her voice that much, but man, when she belts something like that out, you just have to admire her insane skills. I hit my high notes pretty well too, and got a lot of compliments afterwards. The highlight of the night for Laurelei was our amazing Reel a Bouche though. Alison- a questionable soprano with little to no tonal discrimination- ROCKED IT. I really wondered why Doc gave her the solo, but then she just opened her mouth at the concert and I realized it. The rest of Reel a Bouche rocked as well. We hit it all, our dynamics were right on, and we didn't go sharp or flat or anything (of which I'm quite grateful, considering how high those notes are). Hilltones pulled out some old faves for the concert: Drift Away and Insomniac. I'm already in love with Bob, so Drift Away just further intensifies that, but normally, I love Tillman, but am not attracted to him in any way shape or form. But when he opens his mouth and sings Insomniac, I melt. Such an awesome song. Anyway, I'm being kicked off of the computer, so I've got to wrap it up, even though theres much I could say. I feel like this is the best things have been in quite some time around here and it feels good. Hopefully it will stay like this for a while. There are, however, depressing times ahead- graduation and goodbye to some of my best friends in the world. I will miss you- Heather, Kels, Mads, Wyn, Doris, Tillman, Mike, Joe, Greg, and Steve. I love you so much and you can't imagine how amazing you all are. But it's not quite time for goodbyes yet, so I will save my tears for later, like singing with Laurelei (the Laurelei as I know it, complete with the greatest person in the world/our faithful president Heather) at graduation. Not now. They still have 4 more days of school. Keep it together, Ellie. Hope this finds you safe and well, El