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also had some technical issues with our instruments.”
Kaitlyn feels the same way. “Next time, we could definitely do better,” she said.
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The festival kicked off on the first day with a four hour flight from the San Jose International Airport on Saturday, April 15 The orchestra arrived at Chicago, checked in to their hotel, enjoyed a nice dinner, and split into rehearsals for the night.
The next day was dedicated to upcoming performances.Morning public school that’s not as qualified. But I think with the hard work the orchestra and the soloists put in, we were able to do just fine,” said Lara Leon, a violist who attended the festival.
"I feel like if Mr Lewis conducted, we would have done better together, and we wouldn't have rushed ” Nishi commented. “We
With the hard work the orchestra and the soloists put in, we were able to do just fine rehearsals were held in their host hotels, and later in the day, adjudicators held clinics for different groups.
On performance day, Blach performed in Orchestra Hall, and also had the opportunity to watch other schools
“[It] inspired me as a music player; getting to watch all the orchestras perform from different states was an interesting experience,” Annabel Chaw, another student from the orchestra, said. “[I was] really excited, slightly nervous because I thought I would mess up the performances and stuff, but traveling with your friends is fun ” the event.
Not only did the time serve as a learning experience, the orchestra was able to create fond memories and bond with more people from other schools. It was a new experience for most and “the festival expanded” their musical and social capabilities.
“We all worked really hard for this festival and it paid off,” Kaitlyn said. “[I’m] also grateful to Mr Lewis who gave us this opportunity and spent
“It was an opportunity to experience new things. It helped me understand the performing aspect of being a musician more clearly and taught me what to do next time,” Kaitlyn said, describing a lot of time and effort into bringing us all to Chicago.” Mr. Lewis's encouragement and supportive words set them up for success.
