A bit ironic...

that the day after I post on here about finding what you love about music, I really feel at home again.

2 1/2 years ago, I sat in my very first UNCG Wind Ensemble rehearsal. 3 1/2 years ago, I sat in my very first UNCG Trumpet Ensemble rehearsal. In both cases, the feeling that I got when we started playing was overwhelming. I was FINALLY a part of groups that I had only dreamed about before. I was going to be listed as a performing member on profession CD's. I was going to tour with one of the best college ensembles in the country. Nothing could make me happier.

Today, I didn't have those feelings, but when we ran the pieces for our concert on Friday, I felt like I was an important part of an incredible ensemble. I haven't felt that way in a little over a year. I felt it when I was practicing yesterday as well. I FINALLY feel like I am supposed to play trumpet again. I don't feel like it is the center of my future the way I used to, but I do feel like it is something I can continue after March 28.

This has been a long time coming, but I am so glad it is finally here!

I actually WANT to practice tomorrow. :)