Rhythm of Faith is scheduled to walk around and sing at THON this Saturday =)
As PennStaters, we all know what THON is. It's a year-long effort that raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer. With over 15,000 student volunteers, 700 dancers, and many more rooting for the cause in spirit, THON is an epic opportunity for the Penn State community to give a little "umph" into the triumph that our society strives for.
Rhythm of Faith has traditionally walked around the BJC singing in front of bathroom lines, doorways, and hallways, in hopes of encouraging and inspiring the folks at this spectacular event. This year, while preparing, I reflected a lot about what it would mean for us to sing at such an event.
THON stands for so much more than an "activity" that Penn State hosts. It stands for the fight that we as Nittany Lions have committed ourselves to. It stands for the many children who await for a superhero to lift them out of their troubles. Knowing this, it put this Saturday's performance into a different perspective.
As I noted in my "This I Believe" speech, music has the ability to heal, inspire, and enchant both the listener and the creator. This weekend, Rhythm of Faith will be singing among people who need all kinds of healings, inspirations, and enchantments. Whether they may need a little encouragement to keep smiling or a refreshing reminder during a bathroom break to keep on dancing, everyone could use a little cheer.
RoF will be singing songs from "Who Am I" to "Oh Happy Day" to "Seasons of Love". Each song reminds the listener that he/she is loved and that today is a day to celebrate the energy, joy, and passion that life brings us.
I hope that RoF will truly be able to bless those who happen to hear us at THON.
And on a parting note,
FTK<3
The side of THON that is underrated is the side of people who do supportive things that may not be something like the person being on a committee. I am even guilty of such a practice. However, there are much more people involved in THON than numbers may show. I think the best part of what you said is the singing for people waiting in line. Lines such, everyone hates them. So to have someone there to entertain the participants in the line is amazing. Good luck and have fun.
ReplyDeleteI entirely agree with everything you say in this post. Thon is an event that brings both joy and hope. Music is absolutley a great way to make the experience even more special. What an honor to be able to participate and share you passion of music. Best of luck girl!
ReplyDeleteI think THON is one of the coolest things ever, and the fact that you get to sing there is awesome. I will definitely be going multiple times this weekend to support a couple of friends of mine who are dancing. Good luck with your singing and I hope you inspire everyone that you sing to!
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