Matters improved a little a few days later when, dressed as George Pig, he sang a few bars of "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" at his nursery's festive revue.
Moving forward 12 months, his biggest artistic challenge of 2011 will come next week - much more on that then.
But first, this morning, and his music class's guest appearance with a very odd group of individuals who describe themselves as "an orchestra." (I would more accurately describe them as "bored").
However, with the stage set, our tiny heroes did their thing - and you can watch a bit of it by clicking on the play button below. Jamie's the one with the wooden block.
Needless to say, Vanessa, Charlotte and I were immensely proud.
OK, Charlotte thought everyone should really be looking at her instead, but still.
