Dear friends,

We turn our focus back to Brahms this week and for the next thirteen days. As our performance approaches, I hope you will allow yourselves to be immersed in this amazing, radiant masterpiece. Every moment you spend with Brahms these next two weeks will enable you to more fully communicate and experience the meaning and message of our performance. The more we invest in our careful and thoughtful preparation, the more we can receive from having invested.

As a gentle reminder, I will be here tomorrow evening (Tuesday) from 7:00-9:00 p.m. to sing some Brahms with anyone who would like to come for some extra practice in community. If you have particular spots you are struggling with, bring those, and we will address all your concerns and hope to build some confidence before we reassemble Wednesday evening. You are NOT required to come on Tuesday, and I will NOT be disappointed in you if you don't come. I will be grateful for having the opportunity to share with any of you who do wish to be here. : )

To guide your personal practice in the meantime, Wednesday evening's rehearsal will focus on:
movement III
movement IV
movement V
movement VII

Grace and peace to you all. I can't wait to see and hear you soon!
TT