I had an encounter with a lovely musician this week that I am still getting my head around.
On Sunday I had a phone call from another Violin Teacher in town, wondering whether I would be available to come for a visit. We arranged for Thursday morning.
When I arrived I walked down the drive and around the corner to spot his 'dollshouse' house. It was lovely with the roses in front of the window.
He had made scones and served them with jam and cream...mmm! He even made a delicious cup of real coffee. Heaven!
What I thought would be a visit for an hour or so turned into 3 1/2 hours!
Not only was he a teacher, but also made violins, violas and cellos!
After we ate our fill we went through to the music room where I had the honour of playing 7 of his violins (he has 16). Some he has made himself, others he has collected over the years. At the end of playing he offered me one of the violins he has made for me to take with me! I have the opportunity to play it and if I like it will be able to purchase it from him at a largely reduced price.
I couldn't believe such generosity. It is a lovely mellow violin which I will have great pleasure playing.
Next week the intensity of the My Fair Lady rehearsals increases. Only a few weeks out and we get together with the cast. Should be fun!
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