Hey there guys! Thank you for the reviews! I really appreciate them ^^. Another rehearsal here, but it is Simon's and Jeanette's turn. Enjoy reading!
Chapter 14: Second rehearsal
The six arrived at the theatre and inside; Miss Ortega is waiting for them. "Did you have a nice lunch break guys?" Miss Ortega asked.
"Yes!" the six said in unison.
"That's good, now, where having another duet rehearsal, this time it is Jeanette's and Simon's turn" Miss Ortega said preparing the piano.
"Go Jeanette!" Eleanor yelled.
"Good luck Jeanette!" Brittany gave Jeanette a pat in the back.
"Thanks" Jeanette smiled.
"Good luck Simon" Theodore squeaked.
"Go get her Si, don't let any other chipmunk be in your way" Alvin whispered, which Simon immediately recognize the 'other chipmunk' as Nic.
"Funny Alvin" Simon said sarcastically. Alvin only smirked at him. "Just joking bro, Good luck" he patted Simon in the back.
Simon let out a sigh and said "Thanks guys"
Simon and Jeanette walked together towards the stage. As soon as they reached the center, Miss Ortega gave them the song that they will sing. "Ok guys, today you will sing the song 'You are the Music in Me', is that fine with you guys?" Miss Ortega asked.
"That's fine Miss Ortega" Jeanette said. She noticed that Simon is quietly staring blankly in space. "Are you ok Simon?" she asked.
"I'm fine" Simon mumbled. Jeanette knew that something is bothering Simon.
Miss Ortega began to play with the piano. As she presses the ivories gently, Jeanette started singing the first part.
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, yeah
You are the music in me
You know the words 'Once upon a time'
Make you listen, there's a reason
When you dream there's a chance you'll find
a little laughter or happy ever after
Simon began to sing with her.
Your harmony to the melody
It's echoing inside my head
Jeanette stepped forward.
A single voice (Single voice)
Simon followed her, making an echo of words.
Jeanette stopped and looked up at the stage lights hanging in the ceiling.
Above the noise
and like a common thread.
Simon is now behind her, putting his hand around her waist.
Mmm… you're pulling me
Jeanette smiled and sang the chorus.
When I hear my favorite song
I know that we belong
Simon sang the next part of the chorus.
Oh, you are the music in me
Yeah it's living in all of us
Jeanette faced Simon, trying to make an eye contact.
And it's brought us here because (because)
They both sang together.
you are the music in me
Na, na, na, na (Ohh)
Na, na, na, na, na
Yeah, yeah, yeah
(Na, na, na, na)
You are the music in me
Jeanette started walking around the stage. Simon just turned his head to follow Jeanette's movement.
It's like I knew you before we met (Before we met)
Can't explain it (Ohh ohh)
There's no name for it (No name for it)
I'm saying words I never said
And it was easy (So easy)
Because you see the real me (I see)
This time Simon walk up to her. Grabbing her hands and holding it tight.
As I am You understand
And that's more than I've ever known
To hear your voice (Hear your voice)
Above the noise (Ohh ohh)
And no, I'm not alone
Oh you're singing to me (Ohh yeah)
They both sang the chorus again.
When I hear my favorite song
I know that we belong (Yeah ohh)
You are the music in me
It's living in all of us
And it's brought us here because
You are the music in me
Simon put his arms around Jeanette's shoulder, making her blush a little.
Together we're gonna sing (Yeah)
We got the power to sing what we feel (What we feel)
Connected and real
Can't keep it all inside (Ohh)
Na, na, n, na (Ohh yeah)
Na, na, na, na, na (Ohh yeah)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (Na, na, na, na)
You are the music in me (In me)
Yeah...
The two finish the song with a bow. The four and Miss Ortega gave them a round of applause for their splendid duet.
"Good work guys" Miss Ortega complimented them.
"Thank you Miss Ortega" Simon and Jeanette said simultaneously.
The two meet up with their brothers and sisters.
"That was amazing Jeanette" "Yeah, that was great!" Brittany and Eleanor gave their sister a hug.
"Thanks girls" she opened her arms for her sisters.
"That's great Simon!" Theodore squeaked.
"Good job bro, Jeanette will be having a hard time choosing between you" Alvin said jokingly.
"Shut it Alvin" Simon snapped at him.
"Easy Si, I'm just joking" Alvin backed up.
"Then that's not a funny joke" Simon said and poked his finger into Alvin's red sweater.
"All right, I get it" Alvin said in defeat.
Jeanette noticed the commotion happening in the boys. "What up with them?" she asked.
"Don't mind them, boys are really like that" Brittany replied.
"So guys, shall we carry on with our rehearsal?" Miss Ortega asked.
"Yes Miss Ortega" the six said simultaneously.
They rehearsed through the whole afternoon until it's their dismissal time. "Bye guys, see you next week" Miss Ortega waved goodbye arranging her music sheets.
"Bye Miss Ortega" the six said as they leave the theatre. They waited outside the school until Dave come and fetch them.
"Ooohh… it's time! I can't wait to hear Dave's surprise!" Brittany screamed in excitement.
"Chill down Britt, Dave will be here any minute now" Eleanor said to her restless sister.
"This curiosity and waiting thing is killing me!" Brittany screamed again. As if on cue, Dave's car arrived with a honk. *Beep*
"He's here!" Theodore squeaked.
Dave got out of the car to meet the chipmunks and chipettes who are very eager to hear the surprise. "Omg! Omg! This is it!" Brittany screamed inside her head.
"Hey there guys, did you all behave today?" Dave asked kneeling in front of them. The six nodded in response.
"Alvin?" Dave gave him a 'have-you-been-good' look.
"Come on Dave, I didn't do anything wrong, did the principal called you or something?" Alvin asked.
"Well, fortunately, No" He shook his head. "It seems that everyone here is all fired up to know the surprise" Dave got up and opened the car door "I'll tell you on our way home".
End of chapter 14! I'm sorry if the rehearsal scene is bad, I'm not good at writing them… anyway, what is Dave's surprise? Keep reading to know! Thank you for reading and please review!