Carnegie Hall

Mallards and Canada geese


Last night I heard all about it. The Guelphites were not overly impressed. We had anticipated members of the Turtle Creek Chorale, for whom the requiem was written, would participate, but they did not. Rainbow Chorus felt they were better prepared than most others (some had hardly seen the music beforehand) and the instrumental ensemble's performance was unsatisfactory.

The highlight was rehearsals with director Tim Seelig. He was serious and funny, and people learned much from him.

A certain FTM friend attracted several admirers from the French contingent. I never guessed he would turn into such an attractive young man.

People missed me. Last night Judy handed me an "I LOVE NY" bag containing a concert program signed by everyone who went, and a cashmere plaid scarf bought from a New York street vendor. I believe Judy and Brenda instigated this. It brought me close to tears.

I don't regret staying home. Someone said we gave a more electric performance in Guelph last month. Our most exciting experience as a chorus to date was Montreal in 2004. We gave our best in that performance. I had time for fun, and met dakoopst and handlebear. I will always cherish the memory.

Sea

How I sail when feeling you want me!
Crossing oceans inside you
with swollen mainsheet
to burst at last on intransigent rocks
where you can blow
and shatter me all night.


( Notes )