feb28.2008

Dear ladies and gentlemen, esteemed audience, revered guests, idle wanderers,

Tonight's segment will diverge somewhat onto a more wordy tangent. As such, I will list the topics that I will be delving into before continuing on. Take it as a buffet, or a cocktail party. You may pick and choose the hors-d'oeuvre of your choice, and skip the topics that don't appeal to your particular interests.

I will be blogging about the following:
-coffeehouse
-me being an idiot
-post-cofeehouse
-thoughts thereafter
-recent happenings
-my current life and state
-final thoughts

Without further ado,

Coffeehouse.

Firstly, apologies if I don't elaborate in detail about certain parts. The post itself is already very long, so I had to try to keep things brief. Don't worry, for you are not forgotten.

Almost 11 PM, and here I am, home from my 3rd time going to RHHS's annual Coffeehouse. Every year, there is Coffeehouse, a night of acoustic acts, whether it be singing, instrumental performances, band repertoires, solos, dance, what have you. I've gone since I was in grade 9.

Oh the memories. I remember in grade 9, I didn't know anyone, and I still attended all the school events. Not so that I could indulge in the self-pleasure of having 'participated in a school event', but because I love music. Just like talent show, I came, picked a spot to sit by my lonesome, and engulf myself with what I was watching - the show. And although as years went by, I know more and more people, the experience is the same. The performers are just as amazing, talented, impressive, even intimidating to me. That's always been the same.

In any case, back on topic.

Among all the performances, there some of the most memorable ones were, in no particular order:
-Solomon's band - Autumn Leaves
-Nicholas singing Oasis - Importance of being Idle

It was nothing having to do with the players in Solomon's band that impressed me, although they're all very talented, but it was the song. It's a classic, but now I know why. The tune stuck in my head, as soon as I got home, I've already accustomed myself to two more versions. The more I listen to it, the more I love it. The chord progressions seem almost identical to "All the Things You Are", just a note. The song was a very memorable one, that I'll be sure to revisit in the future.

Nicholas... Wow. He sat behind me in math all of last semester, but never would I have thought that he had a voice like he does. It amazed me. Not to mention that having gotten to know him a bit, despite him being a new guy on the block, he's an incredibly nice guy. Don't know how else to really put it. Friendly and open-minded, now that I got to see him shine, I gotta say - lots of respect for him. I'm not sure if he'll ever know that, but hopefully I'll get the chance to let him know how much I respect him before he goes off to University.

Those were just two, but there were plenty of other amazing performances, such as:

-Danile and his beautiful R&B voice.
If I didn't know him and closed my eyes, I would have almost certainly mistaken him for a black guy with a rich smooth voice perfect for soulful R&B. He's all that, just not black.

-Hubert, Chris, Minha.
Wow. Great sound on the flute and the violin, not to mention the piano too. Most of all, the balance was really awesome! There were times when it was the violin's time to shine, and others, the flute. Really cool.

-Yoon and Zeyu.
Haha. Hilarious guys. Nuff said.

And mentions to all the other talented performers:
Wincy Sin
Josh and Co.
Sung !!! Chyah!
Jazz Choir
Dancers
Singers
The whole bunch.

Not to mention, of course...
Us. Gold Fever.

All in all, it was a great night. I've always loved Coffeehouse, and tonight was no exception. It was a great experience, and lots of fun. To those that didn't come to Coffeehouse... I wish you did. =D.

However, it's getting awfully late. So have a good night, ladies and gentlemen. If you read through all of that, I sincerely apologize for boring you to death and taking up your time and effort.

With that, stay tuned for:
-me being an idiot
-post-cofeehouse

Have a goodnight!
2imu