Today I told a reluctant performer that when she plays at the recital on Monday, I will be the proudest person in the house....and I meant it!  Her drive and focus continually amaze me.  When she openly admitted to severe stage fright a few months ago, we decided to take the recital one step at a time.  On Monday, she will perform with her father right beside her accompanying on guitar.  What a better way to experience stage freight - next to your rock solid foundation!  Kudos to you my dear student and all the rest of you who are working so hard and preparing for great performances!