The Soloist?

Last week Art and I went to the dollar theater to see the movie "The Soloist". It was recommended to me when it was a first-run feature. My friend said it was a good movie which it was, and that there was beautiful cello music in it. That was also true although sometimes knowledge is a mixed blessing. Because I know where his left hand should have been on the strings as he was playing, I was distracted by knowing he was not playing the note I was hearing. I know Jamie Foxx was tutored by the cellist who was actually playing. (We have the habit of staying through the credits. Interesting what you can sometimes learn!) As far as the acting was concerned, both Downey and Foxx played their roles well. The movie was thought- provoking rather than fluffy entertainment. I am glad we went. Love seeing movies with Art. Wonder why we don't do it more often. Which brings me to yesterday at orchestra. For the second time, I was the only cellist. My skills aren't anywhere near where I would like them to be, although I am pleased with my progress. I don't like being a soloist, even for solo cello parts within the pieces we are practicing. So I am making phone calls this week to urge (plead with) the others to at least come part of the time. I know there are legit reasons to be absent but...it's lonely where I am sitting. Besides, my July is entirely dependant on when a new baby arrives. When she comes, I am not going to be available either! At least not on a consistent basis. So I am hoping, hoping, that I can have good news when I call my cello friends. BE THERE!!!