Busy!

Hello all,

Since school started officially (was it only two days ago?!), I have been extremely busy and a little stressed too! There is SO much on my plate right now: I have registered for all my academic classes (see the revised schedule below), I have been admitted to two choral groups, I have gotten started with my lessons, and I have homework to do!

Let's see if I can focus enough to elaborate more (sometimes I feel like my brain is a little too clogged up with things I need to remember to do):

Here is my most recent schedule:

I was coerced into registering for Improvisation by my organ professor, which is a good thing, but it means I have another weekly class, and I also need to practice for it! Also notice the addition of Repertory Singers, the group is basically the MM and DMA conducting students' go-to ensemble, and ERC (Eastman-Rochester Chorale). Both of these groups aren't necessarily where I would have liked to have been placed (I didn't make the top choir, Chorale), but at least I am not in the Women's Chorus, which takes place first semester at the other campus (a long shuttle ride away). 

I had my first organ lesson on Tuesday. It was very interesting, and I wish it could have lasted longer than an hour. It is always refreshing to get someone else's perspective about pieces. My professor is very wise, and everything he says should be taken seriously. Also, we record every lesson, so I can listen to his advice over and over. 

I also started harpsichord lessons yesterday. It is very different and new for me, and it will take some getting used to. There is a load to think about. It is almost a relief to attend my English class (The Modern Novel), because I can escape the intense music stuff for an hour or so. However, my Theory class is fabulous. Initially I felt overwhelmed, because everyone there seems to have had extensive theory training (I've had half a year of actual training, plus ten years of ear training from singing in choirs). But as the days have gone on, I've been understanding more and more. The teacher is a great guy-and he's British. Thank Gawd.

I have an audition next week for a Catholic church Soprano Section Leader position. I'm not sure if my voice is a perfect fit for the liturgy/music program, but I am hopeful nonetheless! 

I've probably forgotten a lot of news. But I must get some sleep. Tomorrow is Friday!!!!!!!!!!