Dear Music Family,
This is a time of great change. A time for slowing down and finding new ways to connect as we continue to shelter-in. Here in Los Angeles, I’ve been adjusting to a new life for sure. Something that happened only two weeks ago now feels like a lifetime. Including my upcoming show that was scheduled for this Sunday, March 29th. Even when we try to hold on, gripping onto the old and familiar, the new is coming. Whoa! Scary? Yes! Anxious? Sometimes! And also…. exciting in some ways.
For me, it’s been exciting to learn new technology as I continue to teach my students online via Zoom and Facetime. Globally, we are being asked to rise up, and while I have a bit of a learning curve in getting acquainted with all of the apps I am now using, I see the gift in it. It’s definitely upping my game! Being virtual means, I can teach anyone, and everyone interested in learning!
Wanna join me? Leave a comment below and let’s talk about lessons! ☺️
See what Ruth has to say below about her virtual lessons 😉
“Having the availability to Christine online during this quarantine has made life easier. Plus, it’s fun! Another bright side to my being able to get my coaching online, via Zoom or FaceTime, is it has allowed my family to be able to hear my voice’s progression and to see the process of rehearsing to final product the recital. Also, my husband loves to hear me sing”. -Ruth Stone-Holt
I’ve also spent a big part of my time talking with my fellow musicians and friends in the music industry. While Congress has been working on a relief package for those displaced by Covid19, many who are self-employed, freelance musicians need access to these relief funds as well.
People need music now more than ever. Here’s how you can help…
If you haven’t already done it, please contact your representatives about including freelance musicians in the COVID relief bill. You can complete this form, put in your zip, and it will write and send the letters for you! It only takes 2 minutes. (We all THANK YOU!)
Small independent businesses are also being impacted, and they need our help. One of the dearest to my heart is The Hotel Café. The first show I saw there was back in the nineties! I’ve probably seen hundreds of shows of friends and different artists over the years. It was a dream for me to play there one day. I will never forget being able to launch my album “Been a Long Time” at The Hotel Café. It breaks my heart to read on Instagram today they are going through hard times.
If you were thinking of coming to our show this Sunday, would you consider donating to The Hotel Café Covid-19 Relief Fund instead?
100% of the donations will go towards their staff as supplemental income as we all try to get through these times. It’s heartbreaking to think The Hotel Café might not be here when this is all over.
Donate to The Hotel Café Covid-19 Relief Fund
Last but not least, I’ve been spending time telling friends and family how much I love them. I am practicing self-care and transparency in ways I’ve never done before.
Included on my list of to-dos:
- showing up kinder for myself
- less doing and more being
- going easy on myself without any expectations
It’s a time where emotions surface to be healed. I am grateful for my music being a vehicle of healing. What are you thankful for? Leave a comment below. I’d love to hear ways you’ve been taking care of your heart.
Until next time,
Love
Christine