I had the privilege of listening to Anna Lapwood's concerts on 23 August at St Afra Church, Berlin. I lived right behind the church, so I heard both concerts, as well as her rehearsals, which were all amazing.
I attended the 2nd concert in the church. At one point, her music made me suddenly think of my childhood. I vaguely remembered that I had had an accordion, probably a toy, but not too small, red in colour for the most part. I must have made some sound or noise with it, but I never made good use of it, and I don't remember what became of it.
Ms Lapwood is merely a little more than 3 months older than me. She learnt to play 15 instruments; she became a director of music at a Cambridge college at 21... Meanwhile I just wasted my life away on games, internet and plenty more trivial things. On the other hand, I grew up in an oppressive place, where I had to deal with all the distraction stemming from Chinese political oppression. I struggled mentally myself; I struggled against my parents; I struggled against the society I was surrounded by... all because of my political stances. I found my way through all by myself and by trial and error, and finally settled on getting involved in politics and not escaping reality anymore. Still, I suffer from many bad habits I developed from such upbringing.
I wish one day my descendants can have a conducive environment and develop their potentials like Ms Lapwood does.
Her personality is exceptionally jubilant and infectious. No one could possibly not be moved by her lively performances.
And I just thought, how great it would be if I could make a documentary about her. Her life growing up, her organist career... Hope I can make this project happen in 10 years.
Thank you for your inspiring music, Ms Anna Lapwood.
2024-09-17
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