Ji and Yuka adventure part 3

here we are again in Scotland

Having had the first part of the tour last month, we were getting used to the long train ride to Edinburgh. When we arrived, we were welcomed by the wonderful Biggar Music Society.

For this tour, we prepared a different program of Beethoven 4th, Brahms 2nd, Webern four pieces and Elgar Sonata. These pieces were almost new to the audience, however it was received extremely well! Especially having an old Steinway piano, provided extra warmth in our sound - thank you Biggar for that piano!!

Next day, off to Melrose.
We were again welcomed warmly and thoroughly enjoyed performing there.
And our host family gave us Asian food after the concert.
There's nothing better than having our home food after a concert... :)

The final concert was at Kelso....but yuka had an extra fun in a nearby town called, Duns.
She gave a masterclass at high school. Two lovely girls played some Vivaldi and Debussy - followed by the school chamber orchestra playing the Piratte of Caribean! It was a great pleasure to work with such dedicated young ones, who truly enjoy music...

We were sad to finish our final concert...but the Kelso audience gave us much joy to perform.
The acoustic in the venue was marvellous!
Ji and I had some fun playing the organ (first time for Ji)... Gave us the inspiration to perform the Chaconne by Vitali...gorgeous music!

Just want to thank ALL who helped us get through the tour and Tunnell trust for giving us this exciting opportunity.
Hope to see you soon again, Scotland!!