Apr 8 2011: Having become a fan of Eric Whitacre's choral music, two years ago I joined my Chamber Choir just because they were going to sing "Lux Aurumque" soon. Having seen the original Virtual Choir and loved it, I was overjoyed when I heard about the new one. I was so excited about having the chance to join in, I told everyone about it and tried to get them to do it too. But time went on, and although I learnt my part (and meanwhile sang it with my choir too!), somehow I just didn't get around to recording it - until the day of the original deadline, when I realised I was afraid - afraid that I wouldn't be good enough. I am so grateful to you for extending the deadline! I knew I had to get over my anxiety and just do it. I have to say the technical side was trickier than I'd thought it would be, and hearing yourself singing alone is very revealing! But determination set in and 3 days and many "takes" later, it was done. Not perfect, not even great - but OK - and I felt a HUGE sense of achievement. Thank you Eric, for giving people all around the world the opportunity to feel proud. xo
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