One of the assignments Vic gave me for my lessons, is to play improv and include one of the hymns I am working on, in a public location where people can hear me. I went to a city park down the street and played. There were some people out and they heard me:) I like that I did it! I like that I incorporated It Is Well and had some ebb and flow. Next time, I would like to put my diva hat on and play with more dynamics and emotions. I felt a bit uncomfortable, but it is good exposure therapy:)

I played in the key of Bb. I have a simple melody with a drone tone and a backing track with a country train beat. I liked my melody and really enjoyed playing it. I felt like I was slightly off the beat in some areas and I would add more dynamics and space.

I am going to put together a playlist of my favorite Divas or music that evokes emotion in an effort to emulate their singing or playing. I would love to hear suggestions from you all. Some of my favorites are Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, and I even heard a K Pop song that had a lot of emotion. Here are a few of my favorite videos. Would love it if you posted yours too so I can add to my playlist. https://youtu.be/kXDCUzzL7pA?si=85M290AJS3WWwFmT https://youtu.be/Wb7kDKfpHwQ?si=BWqkBU3alIsbzJn-

Want to connect with another professional flutist who recently improvised across the country?! Before Improv Games tomorrow @Jaye Marsh will tune in with us for an update on her recent cross-county musical excursion. You're welcome to join the conversation with us Live at 6pm CT on Monday... then stay tuned to play some Improv Games together. Will you tune in Live or catch the replay? PS - Sunday Improv Games are now 1 hour earlier at 12pm CT!

Practicing my blues skills on piano this morning for a few min. Want to try dueting with me? I'm in C!