Apr25 SONGS WITHOUT WORDS, I.T.V. Production: April 19

 Celebrate April

Music is the language of the heart without words. – Shinichi Suzuki

This celebration may not have been on the list of National April Celebrations, but it's tops on my list.

Why?

Because it was a musical event that was produced by Second Daughter. That's no mean feat in itself.

It started with the idea.

The idea for this concert was born last autumn, when I mused that King Avenue has so many talented musicians, and we so often are accompanying others. Nothing wrong with that, but I thought it would be wonderful to have our own concert. (Program note from I.T.V.) 

Instrumental music. No vocals.

The name for the concert was easy, borrowed from the title of a 19^th century piano work by Felix Mendelssohn. (Program note from I.T.V.)

SONGS WITHOUT WORDS. For when words fail, music speaks.

It was to be a benefit concert for UMCOR.

Overseeing the managerial aspects for staging, she had worked months gathering together a musical ensemble and managing their schedules as well as arranging for technical light and sound staff.

Then, there was securing the venue and handling logistical arrangements.

While overseeing the event, she promoted the concert through an advertising strategy.

The anticipation is half the thrill; the music will soon fill the air.

Now, let the concert begin.

Kitty Friends and Music Critics, the heartbeat of any great performance. Photo: I.T.V., Columbus, 2026

Welcome to the concert.

We’re here to make music, not to fix your Wi-Fi - so let’s get started! 

N.B. Artist names not included for privacy reasons

Trivia Nugget: Euphonium is a brass instrument known for its rich, warm tone and extensive range. Often used in brass bands, military ensembles, and orchestras, it’s one of the most beloved instruments in the brass family.

Somewhere Over the Rainbow: carillon (not in pic)

 Suite from the Victorian Garden: clarinet, piano

And So It Goes: tuba, trombone, horn, euphonium

12 Danzas Espanolas from Andaluza: violin, piano

Trivia Nugget: Flugelhorn, also spelled fluegelhorn, flugel horn, or flügelhorn, is a brass instrument that resembles the trumpet and cornet, but has a wider, more conical bore. 

 Someone Like You, This is the Moment: piano

Blues and Variations for Monk: unaccompanied horn

Flower Song: flugelhorn, euphonium, piano

Trivia Nugget: Ashokan Farewell, composed by American folk musician Jay Ungar, served as a goodnight or farewell waltz at the annual Ashokan Fiddle and Dance Camps.

Piano: Ashokan Farewell | Fix You | Etude No. 6

Trivia Nugget: Event Producer, noun

1. A person who does precision guesswork based on unreliable data

2. Someone who solves problems you can’t

See Also: Wizard, Magician

Says Fav Grand/D: Bare feet are the best shoes.

If you’re not barefoot, then you are overdressed.

It's time to play the music, it's time to light the lights, it's time to meet the Muppets on the Muppet Show tonight!

 

Muppet Show Theme Song: Bell Choir

Did someone say, Intermission?!

Hide yo’ snacks – the snack thieves are here!

Precious Lord, Take My Hand: Bell Choir, clarinet

Pan! Pastoral: flute, piano

24Jan25: marimba

Life’s a blast when you got a trumpet. Let’s blow this party wide open.

Arutunian Concert: trumpet, piano

Someone to Watch Over Me: flugelhorn, piano, drums

GRAND FINALE!

Here’s to reaching the finishing line in style. All musicians on deck. For when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.

Does anyone know why the audience laughed when I.T.V. tuned the baritone sax before My Favorite Things?

 My Favorite Things: Ensemble, baritone saxophone, trumpet, flugelhorn

Wahoo! Bravo! You did it. Congratulations on such an awesome wow concert!

SONGS WITHOUT WORDS has washed away from the soul the dust of everyday life.

Today is a perfect day to say that no one could have done a better job. This endeavor is a self-portrait of the person who did it. Autograph your work with excellence.

For me, music is so expansive: giving clarity to know when to bring an idea to life, gathering people together, and moving the soul. Really, there are no words. (Program note from I.T.V.)

It wasn’t just a concert. It was an experience.

May your life be like a flower, growing freely in the beauty and joy of each day.

Jolly good job, Ms. Event Producer!

Wonderful is the power of instrumental music, absolute music without words that may convey impressions, deep and lasting, no words could give. - Aubertine Woodward Moore