Performing Artist

A is taking part in a world music class that sings, dances, and plays assorted instruments to world music, I think specifically African and South American music. Our friend MB leads the class, and her daughter is friends with A, so it is a really good fit. Plus, some of A’s friends from all over are in it. She is loving it, and as it’s good to get something going outside the hockey rink. As you may have noticed, my healthy love affair with hockey is growing lukewarm.

A said she recognizes some of the songs, and one of them she has performed in the past on guitar. When she mentioned this to MB, she told her to bring her guitar along and sing it. I was pretty stoked to hear that, she’s a good guitar player and has a lovely singing voice. Plus, she’s a fairly natural performer, even though she is pensive at times. What’s nice about playing the guitar is that there’s the cool factor to it that you just can’t discount.

The class is at a perfect time, as well, because it falls right during N’s practice, and it’s literally right down the road, so I can drop them both off in one trip. The timing couldn’t be better, and there are several ride options because of the people we know that are doing it. I love when that happens.

They are going to have a big performance in town, which that should be nice. The most important thing is that she is really enjoying it, and that the kids have a chance to shine. You just can’t put a price on those moments.

Until the next time, thanks for reading, and thanks to Christo Doherty for the pic.