#virtualchoir6

[themysteriousphoenix]

I did a thing today.

I joined Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir 6.

I am officially alto number 2,943!

I stopped singing completely about 3 years ago. In 2009 I found that my voice was deteriorating rapidly, but due to lack of insurance, I wasn't able to do anything about it until I got my current teaching job (with full benefits) in 2014. By then, the damage had been done. A bad case of LPR left my vocal cords warped and scarred beyond repair. After forcing it (because the PASSION) for many years, it became physically painful and I had to step away. No more choir, no more musicals.... it was sad. Whomp whomp.

HOWEVER-- one positive point of this quarantine is that, without teaching and social obligations, my voice has had a much-needed rest. I showered, put on my favorite solid colored shirt and a bit of make-up, built a tower out of totes to record on, and gave it a whirl. Though my voice is fatigued after a morning of practicing and 9 run-throughs, I got a decent recording to submit while my daughter napped. I may never return to choirs or the stage, and performing may be done for me, but I still find joy in music when my voice cooperates. Today was good.

[timtimuniverse]

It's finally here... Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir 6: Sing Gently

EricWhitacre has blessed us again with his music - Sing Gently, during this difficult time we're facing in the world. As a returning virtual choir member (VC4 Alumnus), I was so surprised that I finally got featured in his videos for the first time..ever! #MyProudMoment..😁!!

This was so wonderful to see the premiere of the official video. What a beautiful display of the idea that we may be scattered like broken pieces, but one day, we'll come together and "sing gently as one"... #SoBeautiful. I'm so glad to be part of this experience once again and to be part of the 17 572 singers representing South Africa.

Thank you, Eric Whitacre, for doing this again and being an inspiration to us all choral music lovers. After 10 years of virtual choir projects, you still continue to amaze us with your music, and to unite us all once again, making this your biggest choir family... Can't wait for the next project (hopefully...)

#SingGently #VirtualChoir6 #EricWhitacre #TîmTïm #Being28 #choralsinging #choralmusic

[eskeipism]

Back in the office today. By office I mean Doutor (coffee chain) with cheap coffee I’m addicted too. It’s crazy how my productivity goes up 1000x when I’m here downing coffee vs. working at home. Here’s a toast to being a Coffee Shop Nomad and #CautiousHopeAtReturningToNormalLife.

Today’s task is (silently) absorbing Sing Gently from Eric Whitacre’s Virtual Choir. It’s a beautiful piece. Any other singers out there participating? For those interested in joining you have to submit your video by May 22 and you can find out more info here. I’m cutting my deadline close (exactly what they asked not to do) but what did I say about productivity and working from home vs. the coffee shop?