Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Bella Auditions


Yesterday Bella sang her first auditions ever, for the soprano recitatives in The Messiah. "There were shepherds abiding" through "And suddenly there was with the angel", for those of you who know the piece.

Fireworks.

When she finished, the choir director said "You're twelve?" Then she looked sternly over her glasses at me. "Does anyone else know about this?" she demanded.

That's what I'm saying.

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38 comments:

Polly said...

I love, LOVE the choir director's question. And the photograph of beautiful Bella.

Sonja said...

Oh, I soooo wish I could hear her! Love you, Proud Mama (and rightfully so)!

mrs boo radley said...

I love this post!

Happymom4 aka Hope Anne said...

Can't you do a youtube video or something for us poor mortals who really want to hear the lovely Bella?! ;-) Congrats! I'm sure your Mama heart must sing!

Rachel said...

Yes! I was going to ask what Hope Anna asked...can't you post a you-tube or something for those of us who can't stand not hearing her?

How exciting!

Anonymous said...

fabulous! can't wait to hear the outcome of the audition!

and that is a beautiful photo... :)

Mary @ Neat and Tidy said...

What a wonderful family you are raising! Thank you and God bless you both.

Kate said...

What a beautiful, talented Daughter you have and what a blessing that the Lord gave her to you! And what a greater blessing still that you gave her up the Lord and His hand is on her life.

By the way, a second (or third or whatever) the motion for an audio or video of her singing.

Tiffany said...

Such a sweet post. What a beautiful girl! Wish I could hear her voice! {grin}

Alison Konrad said...

I got to sing those once! I was sixteen, though. Not twelve! I love The Messiah. My favorite is "How Beautiful are the Feet". Brilliant.

Deanna Rabe - Creekside Cottage Blog said...

How exciting....so lovely when their gifts are discovered.

It would be awesome to hear her.

Anonymous said...

Wow! There are many three times Bella's age that have a hard time with those soprano recitatives - they are tough! Kudos to her for such courage to audition...she is such a talented young lady and such a blessing to your family! God's blessings to all of you!
Amy in Texas

Thirkellgirl said...

Oh, I love it! I'm so happy for Bella (and for you her proud mom). Yay! Don't you just LOVE moments like that in your kid's life? :)

Lisateresa said...

Oh my goodness, Anna - how thrilling! I also wish you'd do a youtube thing, but it doesn't sound like the choir director necessarily wants to share this talent yet. :O And what a photo - Bella looks more mature suddenly.

Maria said...

How exciting for you! You should be as proud as peacock.....
Definitely needs a youtube..

Unknown said...

Yay Bella! She seems to be a very gifted young lady on many levels. Good for her! Good for you! Good for all of us!! I'm glad she is willing to share her talents.

Wenonah4th said...

That's an interesting choice of words from the director!

Sarah said...

You have a beautiful daughter! :)
Congrats to her.

Anonymous said...

O please let us know if there is a place online that we will be able to hear this glorious production.
I need to be looking for a place to go hear it too. Thanks for the reminder.

Jessica

Mrs. MK said...

I have goosebumps!! What a lovely girl...I'm anticipating watching where her dreams, passions, singing and cooking take her!

The Hojnackes said...

How wonderful that she is blessed with such a beautiful voice!

Gaby said...

Oh! I would love to hear her too! It must be so exciting to have such a talented daughter!

Joanna said...

I guess we should be getting her autographs now then? :-) Congratulations.
~Joanna

Ry said...

awwww, congrats!

kathy said...

Love the picture, and now I'd love to hear this hidden talent!

Anonymous said...

That's difficult piece to sing. Could be you have a real virtuoso in the making...... :o)

Brenda

Suzanne said...

I like the peppery personality she has:-) I do hope she scores the part she wants.

Anonymous said...

Oh, please, please can we hear a recording? She is just breathtaking. Isn't being a mother grand? My oldest is 8, can't wait for them to blossom. I enjoy watching yours.

JennKS

Tami said...

You must be so proud of her!
On a totally unrelated note~ I fixed your Schoolhouse Chicken Soup this week. . . delicious!
My family loved it~ thanks!!

Kimmie said...

You must be so proud of her!

Beauty and talent...Bella you go girl! May the Lord use it for His glory.

I hope we can see a little clip of her performance....please??

Kimmie
mama to 7
one homemade and 6 adopted

Lisa said...

I know your mama's heart is singing also! Bella is a beautiful girl and obviously a beautiful voice. Kudos Bella!!

Lisa Q

momawake said...

When do we get to hear her?

Loral said...

How exciting!!! Thanks for sharing the photograph of Bella, she growing into such a beautiful young woman :)

Elisabeth Black said...

Hooray! I got chills.

Carla said...

If her voice is half as beautiful as she is, it's gorgeous. I would LOVE to hear her.

Andrea said...

Bella is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!!

Gillian said...

Oh, I remember auditioning for those when I was 13... the scariest, and most exhillarating, thing I'd ever done in my life! I too would love to hear Bella sing :)

Mrs. U said...

Uh uh! Not fair!! You simply can't tell us how wonderful she sounded without adding a smidge of a sound bite for us!! Pretty please???

His,
Mrs. U

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