May 14, 2012

   At the end of each piano "semester" the girls have a recital.  They play a couple of songs of their choice, or with a group of students.  The music studio holds recitals all week, so only a few students perform at a time.  This is a far cry from the recitals I used to have to do.  I remember working on my pieces for weeks because I had to have them memorized.  Then we'd go to a music hall in the evening, all dressed up, and have to perform for about 75 people.  There were programs, certificates, and refreshments afterwards.  I remember being so nervous, but it was probably good for me.  And it made the performance feel special when it was made into such a big production.  I wish my girls had the same experience.