An ODE to the Auditionee's!

I wanted to make sure (before I wrote this post) that I was using the word 'ODE' correctly. I Googled it, and this is what I found: "A lyrical verse written in praise of, or dedicated to someone or something which captures the poet's interest or serves as an inspiration for the ode."


PERFECT! I thought to myself. That is EXACTLY what I am feeling! After my 1st round of auditions (over 18 hours) and callbacks (over 14 hours) - I feel the need to 'praise' the performers who auditioned and somehow honour and express how their bravery and passions inspired me!  Their actions now 'serve as an inspiration for (this) ode'!


This is an ode dedicated to and inspired by those who came out to audition for me!


No Guts? No Glory.
But what of the battles
With victories too difficult to measure?
Those who part with the sweet knowing
Confidence measured by the stride of the step.
What of the brave who venture into the unknown?
Experiencing the exhilaration of a song unsung
A vision now reality.
Most beautifully - the free and easy voice
Unleashed to sting,
And bring tears...
An inspired, captivated audience
Watches as hard work evolves
To passion and desire
Creating fire.
Victory. Immeasurable.


Thank you so much to all of you who came out to the auditions.
Please know that I admire you in every way REGARDLESS of the outcome!