Opening Ceremony At The 1996 Wishing Star Gallop
You could feel the anticipation from the audience, many had not seen
this brilliant team. As expected, the "Gallop" and "Bryan Smith" had not let
down it's audience. The opening was once again exceptional! Smoke from behind
the shear closed drapes crept out from underneath the curtains. Music began, a
dim light became bright creating a beautiful silhouette of this Arabian mare
and her rider, than slowly the curtains opened. From billowing clouds of fog
came forward "JM Tatami" and "Bryan Smith." It was a breathtaking entrance! A
standing room only house was captivated by these two as they performed athletic
dressage maneuvers under saddle, then ended their routine in a graceful
free-style liberty performance. To watch them performing together in an arena
with no strings attached was a sight to be seen. It was a spectacular
performance executed with obvious devotion by both horse and trainer.
