*My first time as concert master* Le Corsaire ballet / Adolphe Adam/

I want share with you a few photos from the premiere of "Le Corsaire" in Croatian National Theater in Split, few days ago, which was the first time i was in the position of concert master.

It was a bit stressful and took a bit of time out of my uploading schedule on Steemit.
I have to say it was quite an experience. Hehe.
Standing up in front of the orchestra, in front of colleagues, of which some have 5-6 times more years playing in orchestras was a bit intimidating but i think i managed to pull it off. Second time will be easier i hope. :D
Everything went quite smoothly i think, and the audience had a great response to the ballet.

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Some background

"Le Corsaire", (1856) is a ballet performed to the music of Adolphe Adam that was for the first time shown in Croatian National theater this week. Of course i wasnt able to see anything that was going on above, i never do :(, but we were lucky to be a part of the show since a coin fell from the stage and hit a cello. Yes things can fall on you when you're under the stage.
Funny story, a sabre once actually fell from the stage between two of my colleagues. We all laugheeeeed.....

But seriously, it was super scary. You really never know what can happen when the stage performers get in character.

The story of the ballet is loosely based on the poem "The Corsair" by Lord Byron.
Ill just link the story for those interested in reading the synopsis.

"Synopsis:
Act I

Scene 1: At the marketplace

The Corsairs led by Conrad, and their girlfriends arrive at a marketplace in Adrianople. Fanfares announce the impending arrival at the market of rich and influential Seid Pasha who intends to buy girls for his harem.
Seid Pasha and his retinue, accompanied by slave trader Lankendem arrive at the market. His first purchase is Gulnara, a carefree beauty with inexhaustible energy. After him Lankendem exhibits Greek girl Medora. Seid Pasha, and everyone around him, is stunned by her beauty. Conrad and Medora's eyes meet and the world ceases to exist. As a sign of this sudden surge of love, Conrad gives the girl an amulet in the form of a bracelet, which will now protect her and bring happiness. Neither Seid Pasha, who has bought Medora without haggling, nor his resplendent procession, just out of view, can return the lovers to reality.

The action is over, the marketplace empties. The Corsairs are the last to leave.

Scene 2: At the Grotto

Returning to the grotto, where the Corsairs are staying Conrad, dreaming of Medora, falls asleep.

Scene 3: A lively Garden

Conrad dreams of a magical flower garden where he and Medora are happy and carefree.

Scene 4:At the Grotto

Awakening from his sweet dream, Conrad realizes that life without Medora is meaningless and vows to find her come what may.

Act II: Scene 5

Seid Pasha’s Palace

Joy and gladness reign in Seid Pasha's harem. The wives, of whom Gulnara is now one, are preparing for the arrival of their master. Only Medora is sad: She cannot forget the beautiful Conrad, to whom she devotes all her thoughts and feelings.

Medora's friends ask her to share her sadness with them, and reveal the significance of the bracelet that she always wears. She tells the story of a stranger, who suddenly awakened in her a feeling of love; although they are never destined to meet again, she cannot forget him. The arrival of Seid Pasha causes commotion in the harem. All his attention is drawn to Medora. Gulnara tries to distract him with the dancing of the beautiful odalisques, which lulls Seid Pasha to sleep. He is carried, accompanied by Gulnara, to his chambers.

Midnight: Medora is alone and dreaming of her loved one.

Conrad, who has secretly made his way into the palace of Seid Pasha, finds Medora. The happiness of the lovers has no limit. Their noise brings Gulnara, who decides to help them, and shares her plan: dressed in the robes of her friend she will attract the attention Seid Pasha, and thus give the lovers the chance to hide and evade pursuit.

Medora and Conrad leave the palace and Gulnara, who has managed to gain access to Seid Pasha, successfully executes her plan.

Scene 6: At the Grotto

The Corsairs greet their leader and his sweetheart and celebrate their return. Medora and Conrad are happy and vow to be together for the rest of their days.

Epilogue
Out on the open sea, the Corsairs sail away, together with Conrad, Medora and their friends, heading towards new adventures. "

I have a short audio recording as well an esteemed guest of mine recorded, haha, so you can hear what the orchestra sounds like..

And there you have it. Wanted to share a bit of what ive been doing lately. Ill see you guys around.

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Some of my music videos:

Frank Sinatra: My Way
https://steemit.com/music/@silentscreamer/4x49rtoa
Elton John: Can you feel the love tonight (Lion King soundtrack)
https://steemit.com/music/@silentscreamer/g1m7orxk
Enya: May it be (LOTR soundtrack)
https://steemit.com/openmic/@silentscreamer/962n3z6d
Pirates of the Caribbean soundtrack (Hoist the colors and Main theme)
https://steemit.com/music/@silentscreamer/231nc0ms
I dreamed a dream from Les Miserables
https://steemit.com/openmic/@silentscreamer/ggk5xq72
The Minnowsupport Lullaby
https://steemit.com/minnowsupportproject/@silentscreamer/yi7zsm7r
Schindlers List Theme
https://steemit.com/openmic/@silentscreamer/steemit-openmic-week-75-or-theme-from-schindler-s-list-or
Sam Smith: "Im not the only one"
https://steemit.com/blockmountain/@silentscreamer/block-mountain-submission-or-sma-smith-i-m-not-the-only-one-or
Meno/Pechichemena: "Wait" cover
https://steemit.com/openmic/@silentscreamer/3ht644ns
Whitney Houston: "I have nothing"
https://steemit.com/openmic/@silentscreamer/w7vcd5wc
Beyonce: "Listen"
https://steemit.com/openmic/@silentscreamer/znifwtme
Cee Lo Green: "Forget you"
https://steemit.com/onelovedtube/@silentscreamer/rdb4mn6h

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