I'm not much for New Year's Resolutions, mostly because I think it's just something else I'll eventually fail at and feel guilty about. And I hate feeling guilty. But I did make a resolution in January that I mean to see happen this year--and that's to have more musical experiences in my life.
My first experience was in January when a friend gave me tickets to hear the TranSiberian Orchestra for my birthday. I've been familiar with the group for several years, mostly because my son Aaron is a big fan of theirs. I think he has every recording they've ever made and has seen several concerts.
The concert I attended was the last one of the season and the finale of their Christmas show. It was awesome! All my senses were stimulated by the lights, the sounds and the smells of being in a place where so many talented musicians were gathered. My favorite part of the show was near the end when the band announced that it was their last show and just started to jam for the crowd. I love it when there's spontaneity like that. It was a night to remember for certain.
