So, we started rehearsals yesterday. Tonight, after roughly 12 hours of rehearsal in 2 days I’m pretty confident we could do the performance tomorrow morning.
Life, I must say, is very good.
Kellie Van Horn and David McFerrin are just such a joy to work with, my ideal Dido and Aeneas. Expressive, musically inspiring, gorgeous voices—it all applies. David has worked with us a few times before, but this is the first time Kellie and I are getting to work together since grad school at Yale. Her ability to communicate the emotional depth of Dido is simply amazing. (Larry Johnson interviewed her for his feature article in the Miami Herald. You can read the story here.)
Tess Wakim as Belinda brings an incredible Baroque sensibility to the role. She sang her aria yesterday. Wow. Choir and other soloists were agape at her mastery of some fantastic baroque ornaments.
Tomorrow morning (Wednesday), I start working with the orchestra. They flew in tonight from all across the country (just like the singers did on Sunday night). It is, in a way, sortof working with the “Dream Team” of American singers and players.
I’m now going to take solace in two scoops of ice cream then pass out. Making music can take a lot out of you!
PS—Could those of y’all who are reading this post a comment to let us know that you’re out there? It is always nice to know when folks are pulling for us.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
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8 comments:
Hi Patrick!
I am reading your blog and pulling for you :-)
~ian
Patrick,
I'm looking forward to the concert: beautiful voices, beautiful music, and beautiful people.
Bob
Morning, Patrick! Good luck with your "Dream Team" rehearsal today! I'm pulling for you guys and hope to hear you on Sunday - I'm juggling a couple of gigs, trying to make things fit. I know it is going to be a fabulous performance - a must see! Glad that you are getting the press you deserve.
:-) Clare
Mother, here! Is the young woman from Yale the same person that sang the part 6 yrs ago?
Dad and I are in Indy with Grammy. Checking out her new digs. Everyone here asking about you and wishing you well as we are.
Good vibes to you and your ensemble.
Love (is it okay to say that on a blog?),
Mom
I'm certainly here not only pulling but rooting for you guys. Have since the very beginning. Sadly won't be attending concert but know it will be fantastic. How about a little French baroque next season; perhaps, an acte de ballet by Lully or Rameau? Cantatas by Campra or his glorious Messe des Morts? Either way, will continue to support all your efforts and wish you great success.
Patrick and The Gang,
I am sooo excited to see, hear and experience the wonder of Seraphic Fire this Saturday in Fort Lauderdale. We are bringing a whole bus load of friends so..break a leg!
Showering you with Loving-Kindess and equanimity.
Michael
It's great to find Seraphic Fire in the blogosphere! Toi toi toi on the Dido performances.
Hey Patrick and all,
Really looking forward to seeing you, Tess, Reggie, Sara, witches, sailors and all the other surprises on Saturday! As usual, we are bringing newcomers and kleenex :) Benham
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