The First Solo Festival

Beth has just taken part in her first Yamaha Solo Festival.

It was a chance to watch other musicians - pianists mostly - in action and to establish how well Beth is doing for her age and grade level.

Some struggled with performance nerves.

Some were clearly pros who enjoyed having an audience.

And one or two (like the spiky-haired AMEB Grade 3 boy sitting next to Beth) were simply magnificent in technical competence as well as the level of expression they brought to their playing. You can tell they are made for greater things.

After seeing all these performers and hearing Beth stumble her way through Salter's The Swing and Mozart's Menuett, I hope Beth realizes that if she is to perform anywhere near the level of some of the better students, she had better WAKE UP HER IDEA and start putting in the hours.

Her tidak apa, 'no worries' attitude will simply not do.