Musicalings

Dearest ISO Bloggers,

Last NIGHT . . .the concert, the Man, the experience. . . was the most incendiary night of my life!!!  Its impact had, and will continue to leave, an indelible impression on my spirit.

Yo-Yo Ma's notes floated, danced, and kissed the air around me when he performed Dvorák's famous Concerto in B minor.  I was AWED!  His performance was so beautiful and moving, mesmerizing the entire audience at every note!All I know is that when he moved, I moved, and when he made an expression, I felt what he felt. After the concerto, Yo-Yo played an encore, the Sarabande from Bach’s Suite No. 6 in D Major. This was so special, and personal to me because I am learning one of Bach’s Sarabandes, and the way he captivated his audience with just a solo cello is inspiring to any person. Yo-Yo Ma is an extraordinary being and is able to compel any audience, and allow them to feel what he feels.

The most special part of the experience for me personally was the post-concert reception and the opportunity to meet this phenomenal man.  we had a brief conversation about music, and how we have both personally experienced its healing powers. Meeting Yo-Yo gave me much inspiration as an aspiring cellist, and without a doubt, I will never cease playing the cello, nor stop striving to show the world the mysterious power music can have over ones soul. Never underestimate anything, and never give up, no matter what, as long as it means something to YOU.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to participate in this experience.

Warmest Regards,

Lauren Alayza