Revisiting Canon in D in 2012

Last night (December 13, 2012) I played a unique house concert in Sugarhouse, Utah. 
I play with  a group of musicians who play early music: medieval, renaissance, and baroque. 
We even play Turkish music, and a few years ago we played Jarabe tapatio from Mexico. 
This group appreciates all music!
There are recorders, drums, bells. Most of the times Mary Amanda plays harp but she
played keyboard tonight. A few of the musicians also sang songs, as did the audience!
 Our program was the following:

One of the fun parts of these concerts is that we wear Renaissance garb, most of it made by Mary Amanda or by the musicians (or a seamstress they know). I think I shall have to get back into sewing and sew myself a little tunic. If you think about it, Renaissance garb really does come in handy because one never knows when they will need it!

One of the highlights of the concert was when Anna, Sidney, and I played Pachelbel's Canon in D. I haven't played this since high school! And back then, I didn't realize how beautiful this piece really is. It's funny to play pieces years later, and develop an deeper understanding and appreciation for the sounds you make and the harmonies you hear. 
I'm pleased that I have so many opportunities to play music, and varied opportunities too! It makes me realize that I've accomplished a lot in many different realms, and that there are several other talented people in the community and the world to share these gifts with. 

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