Sunday, May 17, 2009

First Piano Recital

Jackson had his first piano recital last night and did a great job! I've posted video of the two pieces he played. The first one was called Rockets and Sea Divers (sorry about the fuzzy video, Daddy's still learning) and the second piece was the Can-can (which unfortunately has the first few notes cut off since he started playing before I could get the camera rolling.) Noelle Buffo is his teacher and her students all played very well. Special kudos go out to the other folks from the ward who did such a great job in the recital: Dylan Hahn and Amy Petersen (Faye, we look forward to seeing you up there next time!).

On a side note (ha, ha - get it? "note"), and parental pride alert: Jackson began piano with Noelle last Fall, and as a 6 year old is her youngest student by 2-3 years. He showed amazing focus and nerves of steel (and what we thought was hesitation on his opening number was actually his patience at waiting for a cue he thought was going to come from Noelle to begin playing.)








This was such a big night for Jackson and we wanted to share it. We know there are a lot more moments from our boys' lives as of late that we'd like to post (Father's & Son's campout, Mother's Day fun, Soccer season...) but we thought we'd post this while it was still fresh. CONGRATULATIONS, JACKSON - you were awesome!!!

4 comments:

Rachel and Jared said...

Go Jackson! He sounded great! Keep up the good work!

Faye said...

I'm thinking you're not going to be seeing me at a recital any time soon. That's not why I'm taking lessons! When the call me to be the Primary Pianst then you will know that I have "arrived".

Beverlee said...

Jackson, we are so proud of you! Your piano playing is excellent! We hope to hear you play when you come to Phoenix this summer!

You have had a great year in school and also in your piano lessons. Way to go! Keep up the good work!

We miss you and send lots of love to you and all the family! See you soon in Arizona!!!

Love,
Grammy and Gramps

jonesmama said...

HOORAY for Jackson!!! That was some very excellent playing, Jackson. What a huge blessing that we could actually see your performance even though we live so far away. Many thanks to your Mom and Dad for making this possible.
Congratulations---and a celebratory trip to Baskin-Robbins awaits when you come to Phoenix.
Love always....your Jonesie G. and G.