Wow, that's cool. I wish you had been able to meet and work with her, I bet you would have really enjoyed that. But there may be another time. You never know what life may bring, and you both seem to enjoy some of the same things, such as making music and traveling while doing it.
But... besides that, how was the Fest? Did you have a good set, and more importantly, a good time? I hope that you did. Take care sweetie, oh and I was thinking.... because I was reading Fruits Basket... there is a part where Tohru (the main girl) asks her friend Momiji (who plays the violin) to learn "When You Wish Upon A Star" so he can play it for her and it reminded me of your music thread. So, there is another song for you to learn and practice, that is different from your usual style.
Also, are you gonna put a link to some of that stuff, if you ever get around to it?
*hugs and love*