Just a post to show a snapshot from Quincy’s day. She is working so hard to move out of Suzuki book 6. She puts in at least an hour on Rondo every day and is frustrated with her sound. But what I see is fierce dedication. Over spring break she put in a LOT of time with her cello. She listens to the piece, she practices and practices and is determined to teach her tiny hands the finger patterns in the difficult thumb position that this piece is primarily played in. I’m so proud of her for sticking it out, and for refusing to accept the defeatist mindset that creeps up when you invest hours and hours on something and cannot see the results yet, or compare her progress to her peers who are learning the same piece. Quincy has a really unique cello style and it’s lovely to hear her play. I can tell when she enjoys what she’s playing. Her vibrato is gorgeous. Her body interacts with her cello and she paces her breathing with her bows. Her hands are so very tiny, which presents some challenges with some extensions and finger patterns, but also adds to her unique sound as a soloist.
Chamber auditions are due in 2 weeks and there are only 3 cello spots open. She knows it’s tough competition, but has a heart and a strong desire, so she’s going for it. Regardless of what orchestra she plays in next year, I wanted to document her passion and the tireless hard work she’s put in lately. She cannot see all of the results she wants to see, but it’s really paying off.
I love having a home filled with music and music created by my children is unquestionably my favorite kind. My favorite song is whatever they are playing.
