Spring Violin Recital

Emma's violin teacher has two recitals a year--a fall solo recital, and a spring group recital.  I love them both, but there is something really special about the group recital.  My very favorite is the last piece, where every student, from the youngest to the oldest, gets on stage and plays "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star", and a few other pieces. The older students play harmony, and it is spectacular.  Brings tears to my eyes every time!

Emma was super excited because she had learned so many new songs in the past year that she was able to play every single song that her group played. Last year she had just started, and was only able to play one song, so it was a huge progression.  Eloisa asked me to take the official pictures for the concert, and I had a fun time capturing not only the groups, but some candid moments as well.

Rick was on kid duty, and try as they might, it was REALLY hard for the littles to sit still.  The recital was held in an historic building in downtown Buffalo, and it's so beautiful, but SO creaky!  Every move the kids made drew attention, so Rick took them out right after Emma's group played. It was a good thing. :)

It was a fabulous recital...way to go, Emma!