Saturday she was a part of an huge Suzuki Celebration Gala with around 3000 young musicians.
taken with nikon coolpix
It's an event that only happens once every three years and she was very excited to participate. She worked hard to learn the songs and man was I proud of her getting out there and performing. She even gave me a smile or two while playing, which is so unlike her serious ways (I was very fortunate to be able to see her).And then Yesterday at church she played two songs on the primary program, one of which was a solo. Watching her up there play by herself brought tears to my eyes. I never thought I would see her do that, play by herself at this age outside a recital. Can I say it again, I'm so proud of her! Afterward, everyone was congratulating her on how well she did and she even got several calls on the phone from ward members. You should have seen her face, she just lit up when she was listening to the messages.
I'm really grateful she had this opportunity because it truly helps boost her confidence and helps her to have a love for the violin. I believe it has been a love/hate relationship in the past, but now I can see it start to turn into something she enjoys doing on a daily basis.
I tried to upload a video but it didn't work...bummer.
18 comments:
the girl is so good because of how much time you have put into it. am
Congratulations to Bella! I can't imagine her smiling during the performance because the 2 performances I've seen she look petrified. How exciting for you guys.
I would be pleased as punch too! She will only get better and better.
How wonderful for you both!
How exciting for her! And you! That sounds like an amazing event. So great that you got to really see her.
That is such a neat experience for her! TO play an instrument well and at such a young age is awesome! That is so sweet that so many took the time to let her know how much they enjoyed the performance!
My daughter started violin this fall and is loving it. I meant to go to that concert but things didn't work out. I am sure it was fabulous. How wonderful for Bella to be participating in such events. And watch out...she'll be asked to play her violin in church for years!
Oh and that picture of her is fabulous. Thanks for sharing your talent!
How very very cool. Those are some great opportunities for a budding musician.
That is so neat. When did you start her playing?
This is so cool- esp that you can see her becoming more comfortable in her role as a musician and owning her place on the stage. How exciting Amy!
she is so beautiful. what an amazing talent.
laura she started a few months before she turned 5.
congratulations to her! i am constantly amazed at the courage children have.
I've pegged Seth as our little sports guy, Lucy as our dancer, and Hazel as our musician--I hope hope she chooses the violin!!!
Oh wow! What an achievement for her.
That looks like quite a momentous performance for sure. How great that Bella has the confidence to perform, both in a huge venue and as a solo in sacrament meeting. Wonderful.
wonderful and glorious to be a parent of such a child, and hooray to her Bella.==i LOVE THE VIOLIN TOO!
You don't know me, but I love your blog. We share so many of the same interests: Photography, scrapbooking....we each have 3 girls.
And, my older two play the violin. We so wanted to participate in that Suzuki celebration, but we live in Cedar City and it was just not at a good time for us to make the trip up.
Congratulations to Bella! My oldest plays very well but really struggles doing solos at recitals and such.
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