Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Chicago, Chicago....My Kind of Town!

Actually, Lake Forest, IL.  Deerpath Middle School to be exact!

The Deerpath Middle School Orchestras premiered "Erebus" on Monday, May 16. I had the opportunity to rehearse the orchestras Monday morning and then conduct the premiere at their concert that evening.  The kids were a hoot - lots of middle school energy and excitement.  Their teacher, Ms. Sarah Truding, along with her colleagues and family, was amazing.  She's a great teacher and her family were kind enough to run me all over town during my stay.

It's always fun to be able to bring a new work to life.  It's even MORE fun to bring it to life with a group of people who care!

Thanks, DPMS! YOU ROCK!

Jef