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Opening Ceremony performed by Bryan Smith and Arabian mare "JM Tatami." |
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 wish child Josie Fry was brought on stage
and asked "Tatami" questions. "Tatami" answered with head shakes of "yes" and
"no." Their routine ended 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.
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Wish Child "Josie Fry" asking JM Tatami "yes" and "no" questions in a delightful conversation she & the horse had during the Opening Ceremony Performance.
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