Gothard Sisters & Irish Dancing

So, this morning, when I was just browsing around the web, I stumbled across the Gothard Sisters. [their YouTube channel] In a few words, they are AMAZING! Each one of them knows how to play 5+ instruments, not to mention being professional musicians, vocals, and Irish dancers! And best of all, they're Christians! ^^ It's amazing to see what family and siblings can do/accomplish, with a little hard work and lots of love! So nice to see this kind of bond in today's world. [their bios]

Here are just a few of their awesome music video that shows their musical and dancing talent!

[^ The "major" dancing starts at 1:58]

[^ Their music videos are so professionally compiled!]

They, in turn, led me to all sorts of Irish dance videos (no surprise there), such as this one below:

And yes, that was Queen Elizabeth II at the end! This one below might be clearer, if not more impressive:

And then again, there's this:

 [^ Look especially at 3:30]

Such talent and speed--hmm, makes me want to try it out myself... *dangerous grin*

[Brother: "Oh, no. Here she goes again..."]

Just a "quick" post, this,

Music Demands

"Prayer is when you talk to God. Meditation is when you listen for God. Music lets you do both."

I don't know who said that, but I do know that there is some truth in that saying.


[Side note: Yes, that --> is a picture of my flute. Photo taken with a friend partner during a photography class. ^^]



It had been a particularly stressful day, due to my Panel Audition for the piano. This is the top advanced category of MTAC's Certificate of Merit (CM), compared to the "regular" 10 levels.


Last year I miraculously passed for the first level, and this year, I aimed to pass the second "grade" (obviously). In all, I think there are four levels total, with the ever-shrinking number of students allowed to pass. In short, the possibility of passing is pretty slim.


However, God, in His great mercy, granted me favor from the judges, who gave me the thumbs up to proceed to the next level. This year, I was again faced with that same anxiety, needless to say, since the competition only gets harder as you get higher. Thank God again for giving me the favor of getting fairly "nice/friendly" judges, which really helps qualm my jittery nerves. I'm not sure if I passed or not, since the results won't come out until after a week or so...but the suspense!



On another note, I've given up the results up to God. If He sees fit that I pass, then He'll make a way. But until then, I shall be diligently studying for my piano theory (written test) on Thursday. *sigh* This is my third time taking it. And no, I didn't fail on any one of the two. I'm much too Asian for that. xD I passed on both, but my piano teacher wants me to get a higher score, so I can be exempt from the test altogether. If I pass (that's a big IF right there), then I won't have to take the theory ever again!


We shall see.


The studious Asian musician who should be studying instead of writing this post,

The Piano Guys - mass video collection

I have just "rediscovered" this great group called The Piano Guys. xD

If you haven't watched their music videos yet, you haven't known YouTube long enough. Here we go!

This is the original one the group made:

And this one is made by their fans: (ain't they cute?!)

And these below are my all-time favorites:

And my top, top, top recent favorite! :)

Obviously, I might as well tell you to subscribe to their channel. Seriously, you should! Now, as Yoda would have said, "You shall subscribe to The Piano Guys...NOW."

Now, this blogger girl is off to find more new favorites (as if these weren't enough)...

School, SAT, and Stress

I've been so busy recently with much school-related studying, especially with my SAT coming up. Yes, it's my first time taking it, and no, I didn't take the PSAT--which makes me really nervous, obviously.I'd need a lot of prayer for that, especially since I also have music commitments.

I have my annual piano competition/test a week before my SAT testing date, and after that, a flute recital. Yes, those three events are causing me a lot of stress and worry. If I survive the next few months, it'll be a miracle in itself! However, I have to remember that "with God, nothing is impossible". Nonetheless, I shall do my best. But until then, I'd really appreciate your support and prayer. Thank you! <3

[See Post a Prayer Request, my other blog.]

Student in progress...

Last Saturday - poem

Here's a poem that I wrote back in October 3, 2012. ^^

Washing the morning dishes,

Just minding my own business,

(A bit grudging, I must add),

When down it rained, beauty-clad.

Strains of pleasing melody,

Triads in sweet harmony,

I cast eyes outward, wonder!

The music did not flounder.

Down it wafted from above,

Gently, gently, like a dove;

Master fingers undisclosed,

As they played the highs and lows.

I hurried with the washing,

No sign of tuneless humming.

Finally done, I grabbed the leash

As excuse of remedy.

With my dog, hasted to sidewalk

And slowed my pace to a walk.

Ears alert, eyes akin,

For the music now grew dim.

Now my gaze is on high grounds,

Still the rapturous effects sounds.

With a sudden jolt, I knew,

Keys I used to play so true.

Oh, joy! One of my Bach piece!

Now the skillful play has cease.

Fleeting time, I'm back at home;

The piano's where I roam.

This all really happened, although the part about "my Bach piece" wasn't. Inspired by the incident, I decided to write it down. This is probably my best in-one-sitting poem I've ever written. ^^


Critiques and comments welcomed!