This morning we began our adventure by visiting the Villa Kokkonen House. It was the home owned by Finnish composer Joonas Kokkonen. It was designed by his friend, famous Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. We were greeted at the house by Finnish opera singer Antti Pesonen and his wife, pianist Elina Viitaila. They entertained us with several Finnish folk songs. They were wonderful. After a tour of the house, we were off to visit the home of Jean Sibelius. We toured the house and grounds, where we visited his tomb.
After a short stop at the hotel to change into concert wear, we were off to the Rock Church to rehearse for the concert. The students performed shortly after 7:00, and were spectacular!! You would not believe the sound that your children produced! They received a standing ovation from over 225 guests. I can't tell you how proud of them we were.
Tomorrow we are off to Russia. Should be quiet the adventure!
Sorry, my iPad died last night and I'm still low on power, so there won't be any pictures right now, but I will try to get some out when we get to St. Petersburg.
What an amazing experience. I am so proud of the kids. I heard that they moved the audience to tears. Thumbs up to Mr. Emanuelson for keeping them pumped. Thanks for the update Wanda. Always love to start my morning on a cheerful note! Have a great ride to Russia.
ReplyDeleteWay to go guys!!!!! Way to keep the HHS Orchestra legend of awesomeness alive! Have fun in St. Petersburg, wish I could be there to what a cool place to see. Have fun!!
ReplyDeleteAlso mom, I registered yesterday for next semester...19 credits baaahhhhh!! It's ok though, 1 credit is volleyball, which I found out one of my friends from Chemistry is in with me which will make it really fun. And one credit is orchestra, the only bummer is I will have to miss the second hour of orchestra on both Tuesdays and Thursdays I couldn't get around it, but at least I'm still able to take it! I also have Physics, three education classes and Genetics. Should be interesting. Just thought you'd like to know :) And I finally didn't have to worry about any of my classes closing because I registered so early, it felt good to not have to fret about not getting into a class :)
ReplyDeleteGood morning Caitlin!
DeleteWay to go! I am glad that you are done with next semester. How is everything else going? We are having a great time. This is a couple of days later than when you wrote, sorry about that. Dad is out running with a group. I think they have a few more kids this time around. They only had two last time. Today we have a lot of free time to walk around downtown. Today is the Russian Orthodox Easter, so Happy Easter....Again!!! Have you talked to Christopher? How are the kitties doing? We saw one here yesterday at one of the churches. She takes care of the mice. She was really cute. Have pictures for you. Have to give a wake up call to my boys now, so I better get going. Hope you get this. Have a great day. Love you!
Hi, thanks for the update. Please remind Gordy to take lots of pictures. Have a great day.
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