Maitland Symphony Orchestra

Annual holiday concert was last night; best yet! This year's concert seemed shorter than the last couple of years. Another full house and it was a mad dash when the doors were opened at 7 p.m. Phil, Emily, Lois and Bob managed to grab seats about 5 rows back on the cello side of the orchestra.

The theme this year was surprise gifts; each gift led to a different piece of music. My favorites were Cirque Du Solie and The Polar Express. There were 12 celli. We were on the floor as well as the alter area. Next January, assuming everyone returns, we will probably have 13 or 14 celli.

All music went off without any major problems.