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Just about to set out for the last rehearsal of the Mahler 8 before our first performance tonight at Melbourne Town Hall. Just a wee bit nervous as it is a big, difficult work that takes a lot of concentration. It definitely won't be a fast day although I won't be having a heavy meal before I sing. I'd appreciate any positive thoughts sent in my direction.
http://zelmansymphony.org.au/Concerts/Concerts

Wow. Good luck. The performance looks fantastic. Awesome to be involved in such a huge group. I always wished I could sing. My placed used to be in the orchestra pit. That was pretty good too. Enjoy every minute of it.

I might be too late but good luck!!!

As I know I am too late to wish you luck...How did it go...I bet it was stunning.

Thanks folks. It was pretty damned good! Places where we could have fallen at a hurdle all passed without difficulty. It's amazing what adrenalin will do for you! Would have been better if I could have glimpsed more of the comductor but you can't have everything. My fault for being short! The house was about 95% full and the audience was very appreciative. I just checked the bookings for tomorrow's performance and there are only a few C reserve tickets left; everything eles is sold out. With one under the belt, I'm looking forward to tomorrow!

Good luck Mahler!

am sure you'll be great and it'll be a success, sending you loads of positive vibes your way!!!

Hope it goes well (if you've not sung already). I can never sing the 'Chorus Mysticus' bit at the end - it always gives me such a lump in my throat I want to cry - it is so beautiful. Hope it went well for you anyhow!