This is probably going to be one long post.
In the beginning, we were clueless and uncertain. Clueless of our repertoire, uncertain of whether I should still take part. Under the amended regulations from last year, if I stay in the group, we would have to enter in the Open Category. I had qualms about it initially and thought maybe we should not take the risk. But you all believed in me and in ourselves. Thank you all for the trust. =)
Also, there was a point in time where I knew I was not able to sing for VO3. At that moment I really felt miserable because I have always been dreaming about singing for a major performance. And when it appeared very obvious to me that I should put priority to my family occasion, I was really disappointed at myself. But it was also there then, I became even more determined to participate in the champs.
And yes, ask any of our group member we'll all say the same thing: that it was really an astronomical number of hurdles and obstacles that we went through. From choosing a suitable repertoire that could really exhibit the individual and combined power of all the group members was definitely no easy task. When we finally decided to take a big risk by going with all 3 NEW songs, unsurprisingly we were showered with many concerns over the time and possibilities, and worthiness of taking such risks. We went on determined, and throughout the entire process it was not always smooth as well. Not only we faced the various numerous challenges altogether, we also took in our respective side of pain, as well as growing from it. Throughout the course, we have really managed to build a strong bond among us. Not only that, there has been also much more 默契 than ever.
And all that has built up for the past 6 weeks culminated on a single day, or to be more precise, in about 11 minutes 30 seconds.
When I stepped out onto the stage with Charm and Sumi, my mind was quite blank actually. Looking cluelessly at the emcee now and then, having absolutely no idea what we was talking about. And at last, the very moment of truth arrived:
Best Soloist (Ms Fron-say)
1st prize for Open Category
Overall Champion
How to describe my feelings... I was really dumbfounded upon hearing the announcement on stage. At that moment. I really lost all clues of how I should react. The spontaneity in me was just momentarily... lost. Maybe I was just too excited that I didn't get promoted to the more energetic state. It was like... all our efforts so far have proven to worth the amount and the time, and it was a form of appreciated from the judges and the audiences.
One thing I must say, is that I am so sO SO So so proud of each and everyone of you: Sumi, Su Hui, Cherie, Charm and Han Yang! Here's some shoutout on a more personal note:
Sumi: Do you know how much I adore and admire your voice? And you actually thrive as the pitches get higher. Just listening to how comfortable you could in singing high notes could make me speechless. You are really the Sarah Brightman of our group! Thanks for your trust in me, and your willingness to share with me your problems, although most of the time I could only listen and not being able to give you any reasonable advices. Take good care of yourself, and don't let your fantastic voice go into waste!
Su Hui: Hoho... there comes my Ms Dragon! You have always been the "cheer leader" of the group, and thanks to you, we could really be ourselves most of the time. You definitely rocked the entire evening during the champs so much, that the judges could not resist the prize to be given to you. And I am really, really glad to be able to sing together with you in the same group! =) Congratulations once again!
Cherie: None other than Ms Tiger. Hoho :P Without your wonderful arrangements of Hweewer and Crayon Shin Chan, we would not have achieved what we did. And thank you very very much too, for being so patient in teaching, guiding me musically along the way. Really learnt a lot from you. And have I told you, that you are one of the best VPs I have ever seen so far? This has nothing to do with your gender, and I truly mean it. You are certainly one of the most versatile musician that I have ever met. :)
Charm: What more do I need to tell you, since you have already made me dropped by jaws since our second round of auditions for Resonance? :D Your rendition of Hweewer with your sexy Alto voice was reallly OWNING during champs, and it was pretty, beautifully and handsomely astonishing! And I must really applaud on your excellent way of making sure our practices take place smoothly and in getting everyone up on their feet. Ken Lee, the PM, we would have been one messy breed. Take care of yourself, and have a good year (not the tyre, please :D)
Han Yang: Having you around really comforts me, as I knew that my lame legacy would be safely passed on in Resonance. Initially I was worried if you could mix well with the rest of the group members, but soon after I felt greatly relieved in knowing that you are completely miscible to our group solution dynamics to form a homogenous solution. Way to go dude, and I know one day your lame ability would surpass me. But till then, be a little more patient and let me reign for a little longer can? Say about 2 metres ya :)
And given my 口没遮拦 way of speaking, if I have ever offended anyone of you guys before, please let me know so that I could offer you my sincere apologies? Sometimes I tend to be insensitive towards how others feel, but I have absolutely no intention to hurt you.
Being able to sing with all of you as a group is a great honour to me. And millions of thanks for making my wishes come true. Thanks to all Resonance seniors and juniors who have been absolutely supportive, and thanks to all my buddies who have sent me your best wishes.
Life's wonderful, ain't it? :) |
