Thus I lay there, silent praying... silent praying.
Nothing was more fulfilling than hearing the students of The Kodlay School accompany us with the Hungarian lyrics of Esti Dal, or Evening Song in English. Kodlay, who wrote Esti Dal, left a legacy of truly gifted music students. We spent the day at the Kodlay School, first going to music classes and choir practice, followed by a presentation of both Baldwin and the Kodlay School about our typical school days. After lunch, we prepared for the concert of a lifetime.
I hate to brag on this blog, but... you're kind of talking to a local celebrity now. Fellow senior Logan Jones-Merrill, as well as myself, were interviewed by a local Hungarian newspaper about our chorus, our school, our performance, and what we think of Hungary. The mayor of the local district even attended the concert. It was truly amazing! The concert started with the Kodlay school choir, followed by a full set of Baldwin's finest musical talents. The church venue gave the whole afternoon a holy feeling.
Finally, we ended the day with the best night of the trip thus far. We ate at a "traditional" Hungarian "house," filled with Hungarian food, dancing, and instruments. We were eager to sing, get on stage, and dance. The evening provided many laughs and much fun.
We are off to Austria tomorrow, so this blogger has to get to bed to be able to wake up for her 5:30 wakeup call tomorrow morning!
Wishing you for the last time the BudaBEST,
Erica
The church venue and our bell choir.
Traditional Hungarian dancers.
Dinner music.
Rachel Sutor takes the stage!
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