What kinds of experiences to group members have? What are some of their favorite group activities? Which is their favorite memory? I asked the members of the Treble On Huntington that very question to try to find out. It looks like a couple reasons came to the forefront.
Some members really enjoyed the chance to bond as a group. Member Alyssa specifically called out a trip the group too when she said, “Recently we went on a retreat to New Hampshire and that was a great opportunity to get to know people better outside of the context of rehearsal and have fun together. I especially enjoyed playing board games with the other members.”. Sarah, another member echoed that by adding, “We went to a bed and breakfast in New Hampshire and it was so fun to get to bond with everyone.” Shir added onto that by including, “We got really close through the trip, joked around together, and made some incredible memories.” Mya mentioned that, “I felt like it brought us all so much closer and allowed us to make memories outside of our usual setting.”. Which is such an important part of any group outing, isn’t it? The chance to see everyone in a different light under differences and bond over that common experience. Especially when Mika included "Retreat in New Hampshire was definitely one of the most memorable experiences, especially our attempt to jump-start our car.”. That’s something I feel like I need a longer story about.
Other members recalled a specific performance the group had. Eve recalled, “The most memorable experience I've had with Treble has been performing at ICCAs last year for the first time. I was so nervous but the more experienced girls were there for me the whole time and encouraged me to go out and leave it all on stage! While we weren't successful competition-wise, that day grew my confidence in my performing abilities significantly, and made me feel so grateful for my a cappella community”. Edom seconded those feelings when she added, “I loved getting to sing with treble in a fun and relaxed environment.”. The tip even went beyond singing, when Abigail added, “It was a great trip full of masterclasses and music, and then some of us ended the weekend at Universal Studios, which was just so much fun.”. Another member added that going to NACC and, “gaining valuable experience from experts was amazing and really helped our group grow!” The trip was also a bonding experience of itsown, much like New Hampshire. Nat remembered, “We got to travel together, sing and perform, and take masterclasses as a group to perfect our techniques. We also spent time with other groups and overall had a great time.” Member Katia added one more element to the trip when she said, “We had so much fun singing with other groups and hanging out together at the pool and around Orlando. Hopefully we’ll raise enough money to come back next year.” I know I certainly hope they do too.
One last favorite moment came from Toni Rose. By the sounds of it, everything really fell together when she said, “This fall, we held a Friendsgiving at one of our members' houses, and at this point in the semester, we had all already gotten very close. When we sat down to eat our meal together, we decided to say things we were thankful for and try not to say Treble because that was the obvious answer. By the end of the meal, everyone was crying after we ended up talking about how much everyone at that table meant to us and I will forever remember how meaningful that dinner was.”
And that’s what it’s all about. I love the idea of the group spending so much time together and really forming those friendships that make Treble on Huntington so special. Hopefully that continues going on from here.
Thanks to all the members of Treble on Huntington for sharing their thoughts with us.You definitely owe it to yourself to check out this group as soon as you can. Follow them on their socials: Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Also be sure to visit their website. And if you get the chance to see them perform in person, don't miss out. It's an experience you need to take in for yourself.
And be sure to say you saw them in Section 36!
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