Well, it has been another beautiful day here in Venice!! We had an early start this morning and were able to tour some of the major sights before the crowds got too thick.Some of these sights included St. Marco Square. We were able to see Vivaldi's Church, a home that Napoleon built during his rule in Venice, the Rialto Bridge, the Bridge of Sighs ( which led prisoners from the court house to the jail in the 1800s), the Grand Canal, Venetian glass blowing demonstration, St. Mark's Cathedral and much more.
St. Mark's was the site of the Chamber Choir's first performance. You will see it pictured in the top right. It was simply breathtaking with its famous mosaics of glass and gold; over 60 lbs of gold lined the ceiling above where the choir stood to sing. The students felt that it was truly an honour to perform in such a large and famous location.
Our first evening performance was an opportunity for the kids to "get their feet wet". We are looking forward to tomorrow's performances.
As you look at the pictures, you may notice that we have all put on a few pounds. The food has been phenominal. We haven't had a meal with less than 3 courses. Mmmm... Actually, let's put it this way, even Rabjohn has found his bottomless pit satisfied.
Well, we will be back tomorrow with more updates.
Until then...buona sera...
FUNNY MOMENT OF THE DAY...
There once was a tour to Italy
And we all had a great deal of luck
But in the San Marco square
A disaster was there
When a pigeon pooped on Bronson's hair....
Yes, Bronson got pigeon blessed.
22 comments:
You look wonderful on stage. We are very proud and excited for you all. Get an umbrella for Mr. Bronson! We are following you on Google Earth everyday so look up at the space camera and wave. The trip to Tuscany sounds amazing. Hi Scott! (We will leave off the mushy stuff)
Take care,
T & J Given
Woooo! Go SCC! Looks like you guys are having fun =). Good luck with tomorrow's performances!
Thanks for the great pics, can't wait to see what happens tomorrow!
Have fun!
Laurie & Dave
Glad that you all made it safely and have now managed to get some sleep. Good to hear everything is going well. Hi Andrew (Kieran). Looking forward to more pics and updates.
Thanks for the great updates!! Totally jealous on this end. Looking forward to more info and cool bird stories.....
M and J Dove
It is just so nice to keep in touch this way. Aprreciate all of the news and the pics. Looks like you are having fabulous weather and a super time. I am so jealous. Enjoy your trip to Tuscany today. Tell Sarah to wear her sunscreen--ha,ha.
J & P Dundas
Happy Birthday Alicia. The Big 18.
Love Mom
Looks like you are having a great time!!!!!
L & S McNutt
Thanks for the updates. It's cold windy and rainy in Oshawa today. (Monday) I hope you are having better weather than us. Looks like everyone is having a great time, keep us updated and watch out for birds!
Hey guys!!!
Looks like you guys are having an amazing time..can't wait for all the stories when you get back! haha Ellicea and Evan don't be having too much fun ;)
Great to see everyone is having a fabulous time!!
Wanted to let you know Ms. McClacherty had her baby!! April 28th, 11:29am 6 lbs, 12 oz. It was a very quick birth - he was ready to meet the world!
He is adorable and is named Johny James Kocjan!!
Baby and mom are doing well!
Enjoy the rest of your tour and can't wait to read more stories!
miss a and miss v
Thanks for all the hard work updating the blog, it almost feels as if we're there with you! Hope Florence and Rome are as good as Venice.
Take care,
Jane, Pete and Serena
Hey Kimmy,
Glad to hear you got some rest in the airport! The trip sounds amazing already. Continue to have a great time!
Mom, Dad and all the others!!
Looks like an amazing time!!! The pictures are fantastic and from the looks of things so is the weather. We love the blog ... keep updating us.. we appreciate your hard work!! It makes us feel like we are almost there with you .... almost!!! The weather today is sunny but cold ... it's zero again.
Hey Will .... hope you are having a fantastic time!!!
Love Nancy, Ellis & Vanessa
Morning everyone!! Its sunny and cold here with lots of frost, hope the weather there is a little warmer. We're really enjoying the updates and yes Heather, I am showing everyone at work the pic's. Can't wait for the next batch. Have a great day and watch out for the birds.
Good afternoon everyone, (Tues pm there I assume, 9 am here)
Hope you're all having a good time.
This blog site is terrific, thanks for the updates.
Have fun,
Gayle & Grant Hinchey
Laura Foo.
I am so incredibly jealous of you right now...I could spit. Bring me back a piece of the meddetarranian (i can't spell:D)! Good luck with you performances everyone!!!
<3 Danielle
Hey there, I gather from your Itinerary you have not had much time to Blog. I hope you are not too tired to enjoy your vacation!
If you have an email address set up could you please post it? If not, this will do just fine.
Thinking about you and looking forward to more updates and pics!
Laurie & Dave
Can't wait for more Hint! Hint!
Hey Ellicea, Let's here that voice all the way to Oshawa
Love Mom, Dad, Steph (whose very jealous) and Sparky
How is Alica? She emailed that she passed out again. Is she better?
If the teachers call or email the school can they get the school to let me know how it is going
thanks
Lynn
What an awesome opportunity for a once in a lifetime experience.
Amanda we are thinking about you and hoping that you're having a great time. Surely it's all going by so quickly.
Have a wonderful time. Can't wait to hear all your stories when you get home.
Shawn, Steve, Nicole & Erin
Hope all is well today. Luv and miss you lots Alicia. Guess by your call you're missing us as much as we're missing you. 3 more days...see you Saturday.
Luv mom, dad, ebony, mystic & winter
Hi Duane.
Just want to confirm that I rented a cube-van for picking up the equipment and luggage at the airport. It will be an Owasco cube, easily recognizable. greeting to all, and we are looking forward to seeing what has been going on this week, have not seen an update since Sunday!
Keith.
Hi EVAN!! we gave Laura the Blogsite as well, so she is keeping track of you!!
Love, Mum and Dad
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