New Directions
WARNING: What you're about to read has nothing to do with "Glee," the TV series, so sorry, especially if your name is Caroline.
I've gone through so many changes this past year. Everything from major weight loss to improved vocal ability and for the first time knowing real confidence. Don't get me wrong, I'm still that awkward weirdo with little friends and I'm never completely confident in my abilities or 'working progress' talents. I have myself to thank for my successes, but that'll never happen so I'm going to thank my vocal teacher Connie Edinger.
Connie's helped me this last year to come out of my shell and finally grasp some form of 'stage presence,' on and off stage. My confidence comes from my "abilities" which includes singing. I remember listening back to my voice and realizing my expression was lacking, internalized under deeply rooted doubt and discomfort, and, well I had no technique so you can imagine. Connie welcomed me into her home, this almost intense confidence radiating off her and I couldn't help but feel the same, I guess. Weeks and then months flew by and before I knew it I had changed. My voice still, today is hardly 'officially' presentable like for performances and auditions, but my personality blossomed with her. Sadly all good things must end and I find myself looking for more, a true professional who might enhance and perfect this underdeveloped voice I have.
I want to put college and my career goals before friendship, finally. Similarly to Connie, I've had a piano teacher since the second grade who I've surpassed, I know, I've known for the last five years now. She was also my middle school church choir director, she told stories, and still does, and initiated my love for music by introducing something more than singing 'Mama Mia' over and over again until my family murdered me. She introduced me to firstly to the basic foundations of music, but more importantly to connecting with others and instilling a larger meaning behind everything we did. I'm so grateful for her and it'll be hard, but it's only fair to them and myself to continue on this journey through higher level teachers and hopefully mentors. So goodbye and hello to all the new opportunities that will inevitably overwhelm me as I advance and grow.
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Henry, though the photo of Sue made me quite excited to read a blog about "Glee," I am even happier to have read that. Many have found life right now to consist of only hardships and dwelling on past losses, I am so glad to hear of your optimism and drive. Moreover, getting to grow with you in chorus has been so much fun, and I cannot wait to see what we can achieve next year in full capacity (maybe).
ReplyDeleteI thought I was going to read about "Glee" as well after seeing the image of Sue. I'm really glad that you made changes for yourself Henry. I'm glad that you're more comfortable with yourself and have been able to work vocal ability and stage presence. I bet it takes lot of courage. I'm glad Connie was able to help you a lot. But you were the one who went through all the hard work. So make sure you give yourself the credit too. I'm very happy for you.
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