The bus ride lasted about 5 hours because we had to take a small detour due to some road construction. It put us behind about an hour and fifteen minutes. The boys adapted well though, and warmed up on the bus so they could still make their 3:00 concert at the GOP (Georgspalast). We arrived at the concert site around 2:50 so we basically had a quick view of the space and lined up to go right on stage. The boys sang a half hour set before we left and walked to the music school (Haus der Jugend) so they could get acquainted with the space/acoustics for the concert.
We ate supper at the school which was excellent! It was noodles with a choice of tomato or mushroom sauce. It was a hit with the boys—we had to end up ordering more noodles! ;)
The concert went very well for the unusual setting they had in the hall. There were no risers for the boys and the piano was in such a position that it was nearly impossible for a majority of the boys to see Francis. Nevertheless, Francis was happy to once again have a “real” piano to play, not just a “children’s keyboard.” The boys overcame and sang beautifully and were well received. Following the concert the boys were split into host homes and left to meet their new “parents” for the night.
Tomorrow will be another day of travel—hopefully without the construction this time! ;) Most of the boys are eagerly anticipating their stay at Schlitz—they’ve heard too many stories from alumni and staff! Well, I’ll catch you later! Blessings!
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