wonderful holidays
i feel i have accomplished quite a lot this holiday. musically, i have definitely improved quite a bit since WMC. ever since i picked up my instrument again after the exam, i have been working quite hard at my playing, and it’s paying off quite well. right now i only have to fix my embouchure and i’ll be on my way to a greater standard of playing (cos it’s the fundamentals). the piece which i never thought i could play is finally within reach too! if i continue working at the piece with the same amount of energy, i will definitely be able to play it for my exam.
this holiday has been quite an achievement for me, musically at least. a concert at the esplanade concert hall that went quite well, a gig at the esplanade library which the audience enjoyed. behind these performances, much hard work had been put in. learning how to play in tune with the rest is an ongoing learning process, tackling difficult rhythms, finding solace in good playing, learning to cope with difficult people; all part and parcel of ensemble playing. i learnt a lot! and i’m always always learning. one day i might teach music; before it happens, i wanna make sure i’m proficient in this field.
christmas has been unforgettable! so many pleasant memories for me to keep. a wonderful christmas eve dinner and a wonderful christmas date. life’s never been better! my smile is back, and better than ever before! because i’m genuinely happy, and the happiness comes from deep within myself. i don’t feel empty anymore, because i’m leading a fruitful life, pursuing my music and my higher education, while always on the quest for happiness.
a belated merry christmas to all, and i sincerely hope that your holidays have been as magical and as fulfilling as mine. and of course, a happy new year to all; may all your resolutions be fulfilled!
