Well, all are here (with one exception whose flight was cancelled…don’t you love the airlines!)! Group USA arrived about 40 minutes early (great tailwind in the upper stratosphere) and Group Canada arrived on time. Group Hong Kong arrived yesterday, along with several others. So, with the one exception, we are good to go. All are tired, but in great spirits.
Today has been beautiful-sunny and warm and, since it is Shabbat, the beach and city have been full of people enjoying the day and sabbath. The group had a little more than 40 minutes to freshen up once we arrived in the hotel and then we met for a delicious dinner.
Debbie Rice has gone with members of the handbell ensemble Imbalim to do a workshop…the rest of us are going to bed!
I hope to post photos beginning tomorrow…wanted to respect the look of jet lag for everyone! (in case you don’t know it, it’s not pretty!)
Good night from Tel Aviv. Shalom.
Greetings from NC. Hope everyone is having a great time!!! oh, and have fun play bells too.
I really missed bells practice tonight with Diane but I’m also really excited to hear more news from Isreal. Enjoy your time together sharing the beautiful music with everyone. :o)
Shalom! I’m with you “in spirit” even though I couldn’t make the trip this year. Don’t forget to tell us the concert repertoire — curious about about what you can put together in such limited rehearsal time together. Now that you’ve rested — ENJOY!
Glad all have arrived safely. Enjoy Shabbat/the warm weather and sleep well.