After what feels like a very long break from this stalwart group, it is finally February 1 and the first day of our tiptoe back into daily playing — a replaying of William Gillock’s charming “Twenty-four Lyric Preludes in Romantic Style.” I blew through the first prelude thinking, aw, easy, and then noticed it didn’t sound very like Forest Murmurs. I realized that I hadn’t used the soft pedal — one of the first instructions at the beginning. The second play through started to have some atmosphere.
It’s been an exciting day today for other reasons — congratulations to Grace! Way to start the monthly event! I hope we get to hear from you soon! Love, Helen