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Singing has begun again. It's time that I don't necessarily have, but it's also structure and sanity I need. So we sing.
Working on Lauridsen's Lux Aeterna for a Carnegie gig in January w/ CF. It's difficult, but pretty. In truth, it sounds like other Lauridsen pieces. The man liked certain note progressions and is sticking to them, dash it! This makes it a bit easier, but also brings to mind three other of his works while singing the one. My brain goes through singers' schizophrenia. I am glad, however, to be able to sing at Carnegie Hall again. Last time was so much fun. It's the history of the place. Even if I'm singing w/ a sub-par choir.
Also working on Poulenc's Gloria for choir. Was thinking of skipping out on choir again this semester, but was guilted in to the Poulenc because we're short altos. I found us another one, though!

Listening has been scattered of late. Hip hop actually keeps me awake at work finding articles, and at the gym. Yesterday was home sick - put on some Tao Rodriguez-Seeger for a little upbeat sound. Listened to Que Vaya Bien. It's a happy album, and makes me dance around. Hoping to get to one of his grandfather's performances this weekend. The man is 90 and still playing, still fighting the good fight.

Musicals are still on the brain, as well. And Disney. Can;t help it. I think I'm just wired that way.