Irache finds herself in a nerve-wracking situation today, aware of the significance of the moment. As she stands there, she begins to sing, “Padre yo te quiero amar y tocar tu corazón, rendirme a tus pies, aleluya,” pouring her heart out, seeking to touch the souls of her audience.
“What’s your name?” asks one of the judges, breaking the silence. “Irache,” she responds timidly. “Did you like it? My performance?” she asks, her voice filled with anticipation. “Yes, a lot,” comes the reassuring reply from the judge. “Cool,” she responds, visibly relieved.
Irache’s performance draws praise from the judges, with one remarking, “Irache, I think you have a prodigious voice. You make very complicated turns for how little you are.”
Curious about her role models, the judge inquires further. “My mother,” Irache responds, her eyes lighting up. “Come on, come on. Is your mother here?” the judge asks. “Yes,” Irache replies, beckoning her mother to join them.
Welcoming her mother onto the stage, Irache shares, “She says that you are her role model. Well, yes, because music is very important at home. And before going to bed, I always sing to her.” Her mother, visibly moved, expresses her pride and shares insights into Irache’s journey.
“Being the first time she has been in front of so many people, at first it has been difficult for her to gain confidence on the stage. But as she has been feeling safe, she has tried to show what she likes the most, which is to express her feelings and sing.”
Asked about her advice for Irache, her mother emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and improvement. “That she has to keep learning and that she doesn’t stop improving. Improve and that she doesn’t stop doing that, which is to touch the soul. Touch the soul when you sing.”
Moved by their exchange, the judges proceed to vote. “To become an even more beautiful artist, you have my yes,” says one judge. “For me, it’s a yes,” echoes another. “I’m going to give you 11,” adds a third, impressed by Irache’s talent. “Four, that’s right!” exclaims the last judge.
As Irache receives four affirmative votes, securing her place in the competition, she is overwhelmed with gratitude. “Your mother said it all,” remarks one of the judges. “I say yes,” concludes another.
With her heartfelt performance and the unwavering support of her mother, Irache’s journey as a budding artist begins, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
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