raiders of the lost ark. love this.

Here's a sample of what's to come in the concert on Monday night. We actually start with Raiders of the Lost Ark. So. Much. Fun. Music starts at 0:53. Cello section solo starts at 2:54 and goes to 4:24. Plus, whoever took this photo got an artsy shot of the video montage they had behind the orchestra. We don't have such luck there since ours will be outside. A side note: the conductor is John Williams who wrote the entire soundtrack to not only Raiders, but E.T. and Jurassic Park which we will also be playing. If you come, find me on the stage after and say hi. :)

cello's distant relative

My husband and I both served missions in Mongolia. Many of you have asked what that strange instrument is in the corner of the music room. While mine isn't the best quality and I haven't been trained in playing it, I thought I would post this amazing clip of one of the modern cello's distant relatives: the moriin khuur or horse-headed instrument in direct translation. (We call this the Mongolian cello in our house.) Click below and enjoy!

a little summer music in the park

So I am going to be playing with the Timpanogos Symphony Orchestra for their summer concert series June 24 and 26. If you only get to one professional concert this year, either of these concert dates is definitely for you and your family. Read on.

Monday, June 24 @ 7 p.m.
Pops concert
American Fork Amphitheater
FREE + 1 hour concert = perfect for F.H.E.
Come early for good seats

Wednesday, June 26 @ 7:30 p.m.
Pops concert
Timberline Junior High Auditorium
$10: General Admission
$8: Students and Seniors
$25: Family Pass (up to 5 family members)

Sujari Britt ~ upcoming soloist

This little documentary is definitely worth a watch. This girl has such a gift. So inspiring! Can't wait to see how she goes.