Tag Archives: Violin

Queue the Violins

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Yesterday was my twelve year old’s winter orchestra concert, and though it’s been less than a year since her spring concert in sixth grade, the improvement of the entire orchestra was noticeable. Not just the way they sounded, but their posture and overall performance demonstrated how much they all have matured.

I don’t know if it’s because many of them are or will soon be teens, but witnessing this makes me want to “queue” the violins as I reminisce about when Quinn first began playing the violin nearly four years ago.

It was a lovely concert, and I’m looking forward to seeing what they do in the spring.

All the best,

Tanya

Cue the Violins: First of Last!

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While in the first row and first chair, my daughter was focused and played intently, This will be the last time she performs with the school orchestra as a sixth grader.

I’m so proud of her. In knowing that she has decided to continue playing violin at her next school for seventh and eighth grade, I hope she continues to thrive and has a wonderful experience ahead of her.

All the best,

Tanya

Sixth Grade Winter Concert: Music to My Ears

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Though I wanted a low-key evening leading into the first day of the semester, attending Quinn’s winter orchestra concert was my top priority. Unlike some of my new students who may clamor to get seats in the back row tomorrow, Quinn proudly claimed her chair in the first row demonstrating her hard work.

She played the violin beautifully and made staying up past my bedtime well worth it! 🎶🎻🤗.

All the best,

Tanya

Consistency, Discipline and Hard Work: Preaching to the Choir… or Orchestra 😉

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Yesterday evening was a proud moment not just for my fifth grader but for me. It was the spring orchestra concert, and out of six rows of violin players she continues to flourish in the first row. While this too makes me proud, seeing her remain disciplined and practice consistently without me constantly encouraging or admonishing her to do so is what truly makes me proud.

Proud Parent Moment

Her hard work is paying off, and I love the analogy that comes with her being a part of the school orchestra. While her individual role is significant, contributing effectively to the group of violinists, bassists and cellists allows them all to make beautiful music.

All the best,

Tanya

Cue the Violins: My Daughter’s Passion is Music to My Ears

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Usually I like to relax and have a low key evening the night before the first day of teaching a new semester, but my daughter’s spring concert started at 7pm with a 6:15pm call time, and I wouldn’t miss it for the world.

Can Can Performance

Quinn, along with several fifth and sixth graders came ready to play some memorable music on their violins, violas and cellos. Though they’re all at different phases in the learning process, the audience cheered for them all. I, of course, cheered proudly as Quinn sat at first chair in her section playing Can-Can, Funny Fiddlin’ and a few other songs.

Next up is her band concert next week, and I can’t wait!

All the best,

Tanya

Proud of My Little Violinist

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Learning to play an instrument, especially the violin 🎻 is no easy feat for most, especially learning to play in unison with others. But after months of hard work and occasionally nudging Quinn to practice 😅, she did an exceptional job. She was a part of three solos and performed like a true musician. I’m so proud of Quinn, her classmates and fellow fourth graders from the neighboring schools. 🤗

All the best,

Tanya