It has been a relatively quiet few weeks for me. I have been really busy, honestly, so getting online for more than a few minutes to say hey or whatever is all the time I have. Today, for instance, I have to finish writing a statement as to why I am worthy of getting a scholarship from the Tri-C Foundation in Liberal Arts. *shrugs* I am not so good at selling myself, but Kira gave me some pointers so I will work a li'l more with her on it.
Speaking of scholarships, I need to schedule my auditions at other schools. Yup, I think I'll be moving on by next fall. It is necessary, seeing as Tri-C doesn't offer an actual music degree - which is sad, imo, considering they have some really incredible faculty in that department. Where am I thinking of going? I considered a lot of places here in Cleveland, but none are specific schools for opera, whereas other schools elsewhere do have programs just for that degree. I love Cleveland, have spent the past ten years or so making a life here and some of the best friends a person could possibly hope for. Up until this town though, I moved around from CA to VA, and a few spots between here and there. 26 "homes" between the ages of 10 and 26. Crrrrazy!
Not that I want to become a gypsy or anything, but I think going someplace where I won't have quite as many distractions may be a good plan. Michigan is a big one, Miami University in FLA is another. Both have excellent music programs with very specific class structures focused on what I want. My one professor wants me to go to Ohio U., but I won't know that I want to live in southern OH, let alone someplace with a big party crew. I mean, I know that, no matter where I go there will be such things, and don't get me wrong - I love a good time and all, but again, distractions.
Cincinnati was another thought, but well...I guess I just want to get out of Ohio for a while.
I have also considered going abroad for education. I hear that in some places you can go to school for free, you just have to find a place/ the means to live.
It's all scary and exciting to think about. I am losing motivation the longer I stay here is the thing. I know that, in the grand scheme of things, it's all in
me, no matter where I go or where I live. I have the propensity to get bored easily, and I have honestly gotten further in the past few years than I ever anticipated. What can I say? Self-confidence is only a half-suit for me.
( Dive deeper(but not really), if you dare! )Happy Halloween/ Samhain/ Whateverdayyoucallit, everyone.
Have fun, be safe, and save me a kiss for later.
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