I could only feel the cold black and white keys beneath my fingers as my eyes focused on the music resting in front of me. "Slow and easy, feel the music like a breeze Gabriella" Dad instructed. My name is Gabriella Ellis and my dad is Brad Ellis. He plays the piano for the show choir here at McKinley High called the New Directions. I had heard them many times but never once did I consider joining them. I hadn't joined because one; I'm painfully shy about singing in front of people and two; I loathe Rachel Berry. I'm guessing a lot of people do. She really is a major pain. Now; back to thoughts. I was rehearsing 'Blue Danube' for a piano recital. "How did that sound" I asked, turning to face my dad.
"Very beautiful Gabriella. You are going to sound amazing at the recital" Dad commented. "Thanks dad" I replied, getting up. I closed the music and put it back in my satchel and dad asked "Would you sing for me please?" "Sure dad" I replied. He handed me some music and the piece was called 'Don't Cry for Me Argentina' from the show "Evita." I placed the music on the stand and listened to the introduction before I began singing the song.
It won't be easy, you'll think it strange,
When I try to explain how I feel
that I still need your love after all that I've done
You won't believe me
All you will see is a girl you once knew
Although she's dressed up to the nines
At sixes and sevens with you
I had to let it happen, I had to change
Couldn't stay all my life down at heel
Looking out of the window, staying out of the sun
So I chose freedom
Running around, trying everything new
But nothing impressed me at all
I never expected it to
Don't cry for me Argentina
The truth is I never left you
All through my wild days
My mad existence
I kept my promise
Don't keep your distance
And as for fortune, and as for fame
I never invited them in
Though it seemed to the world they were all I desired
They are illusions
They are not the solutions they promised to be
The answer was here all the time
I love you and hope you love me
Don't cry for me Argentina
Have I said too much?
There's nothing more I can think of to say to you.
But all you have to do is look at me to know
That every word is true
Mr. Schue's P.O.V
The New Directions and I were heading to the choir room when Rachel stopped and asked "Who is that singing?" "I have no idea but we need to get them on our side" I told them. We listened to the singer finish and Rachel griped as she said "She's singing my solo. That girl won't last in this group. I'll see to that." "Enough man hands. You know, you've had more than enough solos and none of us hardly get a chance. Your lead with Frankenteen here cost us last year" Santana cut in. "Don't go dragging me into this" Finn commented.
"Enough" I said, listening to try and find out who that winning voice belonged to. I could hear a voice say and I realized our pianist, Brad Ellis was actually speaking. "Well done my sweet Gabriella. I really think you have voice potential" he commented. "Thank you dad" came the voice of the one called Gabriella. We all looked in and that's when we saw them embrace. "Holy Elphaba; I think she's Mr. Ellis' daughter" Kurt commented. "Mr. Schue; did you even know" Quinn asked. "No; Brad is so low key about his personal life. We need her in the group and you have no say in my judgment Rachel" I replied. Rachel started to pout and I added "One more word and you're off the team. This club isn't all about you." We finally walked in and all of us were applauding which caused Gabriella to jump.
Gabriella's P.O.V
I finished singing and my dad said "Well done my sweet Gabriella. I really think you have voice potential." "Thank you dad" I replied. I jumped when I heard applause and I saw the entire New Directions team. The teacher, Mr. Schuester smiled at me and asked "Gabriella; would you consider joining New Directions?" "I couldn't. Excuse me" I replied, grabbing my bag and running out of the choir room and to my favorite place, the auditorium so I could dance. It was the only place I didn't have to be in front of people unless I wanted to be. I took my dance shoes out and put them on. I finally found the stereo and started working on my first dance assignment; a piece for the October showcase. My song choice was 'One Vision' from Queen. I had no clue what was really about to happen.
Dustin's P.O.V
"Okay; that was weak" I yelled after having watched my students do 'Dirty Little Secret'. "It's not our fault Coach Goolsby. We don't have a lead female anymore" Giselle commented. "Let's face it Coach Goolsby. I need a new female lead. Haley is gone and nobody is able to balance my voice" my star male, Jesse commented. "Okay; we'll get a new female lead one way or another" I promised. Just then; my phone rang and I said "Take ten and review that choreography. I got to take this."
"Goolsby" I answered. "Dustin Goolsby; this is Sue Sylvester from McKinley High School. I've got a girl over here that has a lot of talent that's fit for Vocal Adrenaline. I heard her and she is talented and flexible but refused to be one of my cheerios. She might be exactly what you need" my caller told me. "Excellent Sue. I'll be over tomorrow to meet this talented one" I replied. "Perfect and I'll meet you in front of McKinley at 1:30pm" Sue instructed. "Thanks Sue. What is the girl's name" I asked. "Gabriella" Sue answered. We talked another moment and then ended our call and I went back to sit down and made a loud whistle.
"Everyone; I think I'm about to have a new female lead for us. I just got a call from a Sue Sylvester at McKinley High; speaking of a hidden talented one named Gabriella. I'll meet her tomorrow and hopefully; we will soon have her on our side" I told them. "Let us know what happens" Andrea said. I looked over at Jesse and said "Jesse; I'll want you to be the one who shows her around Carmel, accompany her to audition. You know, turn on the charm." "You've got it Coach Goolsby" Jesse answered. "Good; practice is done. Scat all of you" I told them. Tomorrow was to be rather interesting.