While yes, these are correct, there is so much more that happens in libraries if you just keep your eyes open for announcements or occasionally pop in to ask "What's up?". Tonight was a prime example of this in my little book-filled corner of town.
Enter: Peter Fletcher.
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Peter is a nationally recognized professional classical guitarist, currently on tour all over the United States. On Friday night, we had the privilege of hosting him in our little spot of eastern Washington. He put on a concert that lasted roughly an hour and a half, and was well worth every minute spent!
The first thing I noticed was how our placement of the seating arrangement ended up juxtaposing Mr. Fletcher in his classy looking suit against a background consisting of our children's area, with brightly colored stars dangling from the ceiling and a fairy tale mural on the back wall. I found it just a tad bit funny. This observation, however, was quickly forgotten amidst a flurry of beautifully played arrangements.
Following the performance, he hung out to sell and sign CDs, as well as talk to all those who attended. Due to some indecisiveness as to which album to purchase, my family and I were among the last to go, so we got to stop and chat a couple of minutes as we payed for our goods. I loved getting to talk to Peter- he seemed as excited to play for us as we were to listen! Despite all of the many performances he has put on in his time, he came across as if he still could hardly believe where he was and what he was doing. It makes me smile when I meet someone with that kind of genuine enthusiasm for what they do (in fact, I am still smiling as I write this whilst listening to his Baroque album).
For those of you who wish to learn more, you may go to his website at http://www.peterfletcher.com
Or, if you would just simply like to hear a sample of his playing, I have included a video below.
Thank you, Mr. Fletcher for thinking of the small town folk! :)
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