What a beautiful show last night. The ambiance couldn’t have been more perfect with the lights gently dimming from piece to piece. My wonderful comrades performed impeccably and the crowd couldn’t have been more gracious allowing us to sing without applause throughout the evening. Cell phones were also hushed thanks to opening remarks from our Board president, Jim Kellison.
It was a strong showing (don’t have the numbers yet, but I would venture to guess around 600.) Linda Kachelmeier’s new piece was stunning and received quite the acclamations from our local audiences as well as Birmingham. She should be quite proud. My husband was also proud to be able to hear me sing one of the opening solo lines in her work.
Thanks to the staff of the Basilica for the wonderful sound, and to all of our volunteers & staff who work so hard to help us pull off concerts such as these.
On to the last round on Friday in Superior and Saturday in LaCrosse, Wisconsin!