Eli's Television Debut: Christmas Under the Star with Five for Fighting

Our family is currently hanging out with Rubes and her folks at their place on C Street. We're purportedly watching the Superbowl, but really, it's just a great excuse to hang out with Clifford and eat nachos. (For those who don't know, Clifford is the giant red couch.) Having family in the neighborhood is so fun! Being here reminds me of the last time we hung out on Clifford. In December we all came over to watch Eli's TV debut with Five for Fighting on BYUtv.

All the way back in October, Eli headed down to the recording studio in Provo, along with some other singers from the International Children's Choir. I wasn't there, but definitely enjoyed seeing these photos of the day. Brooklyn and Talia were understandably bummed that it didn't work out for them to come along.

After getting costumed at wardrobe, the singers head backstage.

Yup, these guys are cuties.  I love the girl on the left who is totally giggling at Eli (front center.)

In case, like me, you had no idea who Five for Fighting is, well, he's the dude in a suit.  He's best known for  his hit "Superman, It's Not Easy."

This choir has some fantastic kids that have become great friends to our own.  To the left is Eli's pal, Landon.

Talia's classmate Esther, who will make you bawl when she sings "Free at Last."


Megan.

And of course, our little Newsie Eli.

Everybody all together now.  Don't laugh, Eli!


Our soprano soloist, Joy.


And a picture with our conductor, Dr. Kathy Sorensen.

Santa hats for all.


Next up, play time before the recording.

Eli, Amelia, and Tori.

Vera with Megan...

 

...and the entire group.

Back inside, it's a close-up of our Eli...

...and a picture of Esther and Dr. Sorensen with the Charlie Brown Christmas Tree.

Lights, camera, action, and showtime.

Great show, everyone!

All in all, the kids sang three songs: "Edelweiss, Christmas Time is Here, and Winter Wonderland."  This Christmas Under the Stars special aired three times, and for a while you could stream it live on BYUtv.  If you are heartbroken to have missed it, not to worry, if you stop by my parents' place the next time you are in Nebraska, I'm sure they'd be glad to share their recording.

Happy Superbowl everyone, and congrats to the Eagles.