Thank Goodness for Music

This might not be very interesting, but since I keep writing about how tiring school is, I thought I would write about how Lucky I am to be part of so many great choir experiences during our time in Colorado. When we first moved here, I joined the Larimer Chorale right away, which is a group of 100+ singers that rehearse major choral works and other great literature for 4 concerts a season. I love being part of a big choir - it's a unique experience, and I have met some of the most amazing people. I learn alot from our director about how to be a better director, too.

Shortly after I started that choir, I joined the Larimer Chorale Chamber Choir, which is a much smaller group that rehearses mostly early a capella music. This semester we are performing Christmas music around town and doing a big dinner at the country club. It reminds me of our high school madrigal dinner a little bit. We are wearing costumes and everything. I'm excited about it. To help out, I cut out a pattern the other day for the first time (I do not sew at all). I am realizing how much work making clothes is, and I really appreciate being able to just buy them at the store.

Then, last Fall, I joined the Rocky Mountain Chamber Singers, which is a small group of very talented musicians that performs a wide variety of a capella music. Most everyone in that group is a professional musician in some capacity, so it's incredibly fun to be part of. We have 2 concerts a year.

Last but not least, is church choir!! This summer I got to take over directing the choir and picking all the service music for church. It's been a labor of love. I absolutely enjoy every part of it - reading the Bible lessons for each Sunday and finding music that enhances the themes, and rehearsing a wonderful group of adults who want to give glory to God by using their musical gifts in worship.

So... I guess I am now realizing just how blessed I am to be involved in these wonderful musical experiences. Not just for the music, but for the friends I have made and will hopefully have a very long time. I truly believe that singing has kept me sane throughout the transition to living in a new town, to embarking on and finishing an intense masters program, and everything in between. I don't know where I would be without music.