Eleven years ago, I attended a children’s production of the Nutcracker Ballet. The moment I heard the beautiful Waltz of the Flowers harp cadenza, I fell head over heels in love. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of regularly practicing, playing, and performing my favorite instrument! I’m so excited that 2023 is my ten-year anniversary of immersing myself in the harp.
Oh, Emma! I'm just now seeing the picture of your little self and your comment about "The Waltz of the Flowers." As you know, James was very involved in each year's CCA's production of The Nutcracker. Since his passing almost two years ago, I cannot listen to that music because the grief is too deep and raw. However, the other day, I turned on Symphony Hall and "The Waltz of the Flowers" was playing. Instead of immediately thinking about James and the tremendous loss, my first thoughts were of you, dear friend, and how beautifully you play and generously share your talent. I admit that I wasn't able to listen to the subsequent Nutcracker songs, but I made it through…