After hovering at the Student Showcase, most of the
surveyors of specialty items sauntered to the auditorium and, along with other
music lovers, relished in Bayard’s Jr/Sr High Spring Concert. Unfortunately,
though, time didn’t saunter, and the melodious moments echoed into the hallways
of BHS and on to harmonic infinity.
But, in that surreal time frame, those in attendance enjoyed
highlights from the concert and jazz bands, the Jazz Pandas, and the Junior and
Senior High Choirs.
While the talent on stage shot musical darts that pinned those
in attendance to their seats, I thought about words and how to mingle them with
the harmony that flowed from the front of the theater.
Thoughts like “which is hardest, playing the music, singing
the song, or pronouncing the composer and/ or writer’s name? Or what an honor
it is to compete at the level of proficiency displayed at the Spring Concert.”
I thought about the hours of practice, from individuals to
groups, and to replicate those sounds with the expectations of Mr. and Mrs. Babic.
What did they believe the original composers felt when they formed that piece
many years ago?
Personally, I know what it’s like to search for the right
word to convey a thought or emotion. Do musicians seek certain tones for musical
passages so they convey the correct passion?
Watch musicians react. I think that tells whether the sounds
meet their standards.
Whether it’s a musician, athlete, writer, teacher, or
business person, they all try to send their audience a message. Sometimes the
message gets muddled, but usually it’s because they try too hard.
Remember: No matter the venue, at that particular time, more
than anything else in the world, the artist, or artists, wants to please you.
Regarding BHS Jr/Sr High Concert, those talented musicians painted their audience
a perfect musical picture.
Bayard thanks you.
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