Tag Archives: band
Waiting
Waiting on a hurricane, waiting on tomorrow. The storm should be in town just about the time I go under the knife. Trying not to linger on that thought. This is my last day with my band. I’m going to … Continue reading
Why I’m the Band Director
I was a 10 year old tomboy. My chestnut hair was cut short around my shoulders. Unruly waves that fell and flew wherever they willed themselves.I had a tan of freckles across my nose and cheeks, and wore shirts that … Continue reading
Back to work
I’m never really ready to go back to work until I actually get there. “There” got here on Monday. Three days of getting up at 6:00am. Three days of waking up sleepy-headed blonde babes and convincing them to eat their … Continue reading
Comfort Zone *outside*
I teach middle school kids how to play music. It’s a process, believe me. I start with showing them how to read notes, then we move to simple rhythms, holding the instrument, and finally, making sounds. The sounds aren’t very … Continue reading