Day 9 - That's What's Up/We Wish You a Merry Christmas

We had a great time at our Winter Recital and this is another from one of our newer voice students.  She chose this song and it isn't specifically a 'Christmas' song, but it was fun and I had to share it.

I hope you enjoy it as much as we did learning it and performing it.

Original song by Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros

Have a great Tuesday!

Kristin

Day 8 - Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring

Today we have another guest musician, Devin.

Devin is my guitar student and has only been taking for 3 years.  Devin already knows all the strings on the guitar, numerous chords, and is reading this piece and many others on the staff!  Guitar isn't just about playing chords!  I'd say this girl has talent.  I am pleased to share her talents with you today.  It is an honor to teach each and every one of my students. I am AGAIN…one proud teacher!

Enjoy this beautiful performance of Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring.

Happy Monday!

Kristin

Day 7 - Jingle Bells

This afternoon was our Winter Music Recital for Giving Song Music Studio!

We had a blast and all the young performers did a great job!  We showcased guitar, piano, and voice at this recital.  Along with the beautiful music, we enjoyed homemade chocolate chip mint cookies, hot apple cider, and popcorn.  Friends and family were present to cheer our young performers on and a good time was had by all.  I was one proud music teacher!

Here is one of our piano students, Josie, performing one of her favorite for the season:  Jingle Bells!

Have a wonderful week!

Kristin

Day 6 - I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus

We spent the day around the fire catching up with family and friends.  I can't imagine a more relaxing and joyful way to spend an afternoon.

We are also gearing up for our Winter Music Recital TOMORROW and looking forward to hearing our young musicians perform.  *You just might be hearing a few of them on here over the next few days! So be sure to check back in.

Please enjoy this simple and fun arrangement of "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus."

Holiday Harmonies from our home to yours,

Kristin Noel

Day 5 - The First Noel/Go Tell It On A Mountain

Today I was out Christmas shopping in our mall and having a wonderful time when I happened upon a gathering in the food court.  I heard angelic voices coming from the side and, as a music therapist with children, I was drawn to the area.  As I arrived I saw many people 'speaking' in sign language and wearing purple shirts.  As I stood and listened to a local children's choir, I saw conversations going on everywhere and was captivated.  Absolutely captivated!

I have always admired those who could sign and use it to communicate and desire greatly to learn it fluently (Bucket List Addition).  I do use some with the children I work with on a daily basis, but only simple phrases and words.

To my delight, those signing began to gather on sage and as they began I teared up at the beauty of this language and how effective it is at expressing meaning and emotion.  I was literally standing there weeping with joy.  Then…..they sang The First Noel, one of my all time favorites followed by Go Tell It On The Mountain….another favorite.  I absolutely had to share these 2 beautiful renditions for you tonight.

This choir is the Talking Hands Choir through our local Parkade Baptist Church Deaf Ministry program.  Here is a link to their webpage:  http://www.parkadebaptistchurch.org/DeafMinistry

May you enjoy this beautiful language as much as I did tonight!

Blessings for your weekend,

Kristin

Day 4 - Feliz Navidad

Tonight I have the pleasure of sharing a very special song with you in my NEW studio!
Thank you for tuning in to "Feliz Navidad."

Day 3 - Do You Want To Build A Snowman

A sister duet!  This is one of our favorite's from the Disney Movie "Frozen"!

Hope you enjoy!
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Day 2 - I Saw Three Ships

Today is day #2.
We have a guest performer today for I Saw Three Ships!  The performer is none other than Adam's quartet:  Premium Blend!
Adam sings in this quartet with his brother, father, and a good family friend.
Enjoy!

25 Days of Christmas - Day #1

Hello Friends and Family,

We are excited to share with you our 4th annual 25 Days of Christmas!
We will be sharing Christmas music over the next 25 days from our home to yours.
It just doesn't seem like the holidays without sharing a little music!

If you like what you hear, you can get our homemade holiday album at:  https://kristinnveteto.bandcamp.com

The official blog is at Kristin's business:  www.giving-song.com/blog

Here is the first video of Daddy & Me!
Blessings,
Kristin Noel

4 years and beyond!!!!!!

Today (July 14th, 2014) we celebrate our 4 year anniversary!  It is hard to believe that we've been married that long and together almost 6 1/2 years.  WOW!!!

We have spent the day reminiscing about our past anniversaries and the many fun things we have done.  Everyone says that life goes by fast, and it does, but maybe that is because we forget to A) live in the moment and B) look back at the life you have shared together.  So that is exactly what we are going to do today!

Anniversary countdown:

#1) Adam and I spent that week in Illinois at my parent's farm and enjoyed a wonderful meal at Martini's and had prime rib, chicken lip salads, and a chocolate martini….with a lovely red wine.  We then went and spent that weekend in Nauvoo and toured a few wineries and then stayed at a very unique bed and breakfast for the night.

#2)  We ended up randomly taking a trip to Herman and spent the day walking around the town, wine tasting, and eating amazing food including a lobster bisque that will turn any vegetarian into a lobster lover!

#3)  This year was simple…..dinner at Macaroni Grill, our favorite place in Columbia.  We shared a special bottle of wine and had it signed and placed on their wall.

#4)  Tonight we will do much the same as #3.  We spent the day working and after bible study and house viewing we will head to Macaroni Grill and enjoy a beautiful night of wine and talking.  We might even snag a quiet walk before bed!  I can't imagine anything better!

So, as you can see our anniversary celebrations have become less and less exaggerated as the years have gone by, but that is how we like it.  Just the 2 of us…being us!

We have shared so many memories together over our 6 1/2 years of being together including travels to Hawaii, Italy, Romania, Greece, Turkey, and parts of the U. S.  To add to the list we've shared our cousins and siblings weddings, family moving into new homes, and the excitement and hardship of medical school, graduate school, and job searching/creating/developing.  I'd say we've done a lot and have been blessed with much!

I can happily say that our wedding day 4 years ago was a wonderful and beautiful day, but everyday that follows I fall more and more in love with this man.  My favorite man!  The man that God has shared with me!

Happy Anniversary to my husband, Adam!
I love you,
Your Wife, Kristin Noel

Memories

Engagement

                       

             

Wedding

Honeymoon 

  

1st Anniversary

 1st Christmas

2nd Anniversary

3rd Christmas

Trip to Europe

Recent trip to Las Vegas