Yesterday, in my position as one of the soprano soloists at Boston’s Old South Church, I performed Herbert Howells‘ setting of Walter de la Mare’s “King David” as part of the Sunday service. It’s a very lush arrangement for voice and piano punctuated by a lyrical melodic line and a poignant story.
My nerves always become agitated before any performance, I think in part due to my desire to do my best. If at any point I fail to become excited or nervous, that would be my signal to cease performing.
The performance itself went well–much due in part to Harry Lyn Huff at the piano–and was well-received with kind compliments from many individuals, as well as a thoughtful note from one of the clergy. I hope that it contributed to the prayerful contemplation of the lenten season for the congregation.
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