Orchestra Concert

We brought all the kids to watch Victoria's concert on Thursday. I wanted them all to appreciate the instruments and for them to continue to be excited to play the piano. We weren't disappointed! The boys especially loved This Is  Halloween by the symphony and were singing to the song, even Erik! Austin really liked Carol of the Bells  by the high school orchestra, which he has learned to like on the radio. He calls it Evil Bells. We all loved Sleigh Ride, of course, and the different instruments that play the horse clops and the crack of the whip.

The beginners started, which we know a lot of kids in that group, then the intermediate group and we know a few in that group. Next was the high school orchestra and finally the orchestra symphony, which we know a few in that group as well.

Despite having to wake up at 6 every morning, Victoria is really enjoying the violin and playing in the orchestra. It hasn't taken too much practice time at home for her, and when she does practice at home, she and I are able to play some songs together, which is really fun! I am pleased with the progress she has made on such a difficult instrument. I thought those beginners, who have only been playing for three months, sounded great! Victoria's songs are included below, but one thing is you can't see Victoria playing at all! She was in the middle on our side and when she sat down, that was the end of seeing her. It worked great for the pictures beforehand, though! Next time, we'll go further back and be able to see her better.

Victoria and Sabrina. They're good friends from elementary school, but at different middle schools. Luckily, they can see each other every day at orchestra!

Should have known I wouldn't be able to see her when she sat.