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Sun, 25 Feb 2007

Portland!

We left Seattle early this morning and began the trek to Portland. Though the ride was long, we kept ourselves entertained with stories from Jim, joking, and action movies involving motorcycle chases and helicopters. Our bus driver, Bob, has proven himself a master at maneuvering our huge bus through tiny spaces, and we typically cheer and chant his name every time he makes a particularly impressive turn.

Portland was rainy today, but the city was full of life and activity. The group enjoyed Powell's bookstore, which had just about every book you could ever imagine (including books from GC profs Steve Nolt and John D. Roth...holla!) on its many floors. I, as I so frequently do, got immersed in a book and, when I looked up, discovered that all my compatriots had returned to the bus to leave. Fortunately, music center executive director Brian Wiebe was also late to leave the bookstore, though it turned out he didn't quite remember where the bus was either. With the help of cell phones, we were able to continue the tour only marginally behind schedule.

We had an absolutely perfect venue in which to perform. Portland Mennonite Church has a beautiful sanctuary with stained-glass windows and dazzling acoustics. I felt chills go up my spine as the harmonies we sang bounced off the walls. The congregation was welcoming and enthusiastic and spirits were high as we finished our concert with a South African piece (Akanamandla) that involved much stomping.





Posted at 02:39 by Jesse Landis-Eigsti #


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