Day Trip

Today I had the privilege of going to two different high schools to observe my college music director and her mentor, as they adjudicated. We spent an hour and a half with each of the two high school choirs, giving them pointers and preparing them for festivals. We discussed rhythm, vowel shape, tall singing, correct posture, moving long notes, and much more. It sounds like a lot but we only had the opportunity to touch on most things.

It was amazing to hear the choir before we worked with them and then listen to them after. The difference was drastic! The sounded grown up and didn't sing like little kids anymore. I learned some things right along with the kids as well. We had a wonderful time and I can't wait to go visit more choirs and help them in their journey of music.

~April B.

New Student

Today , was my new student H.T.'s first lesson. This was my first time teaching a grade school student, and I was extremely nervous. To my suprise, I had a great time. She seemed very confused at first ; but once I started to ask questions and interact with her, it was so easy.

She loved playing the little 2 line songs on the "black notes", and kept asking me to sing the words while she played. She learned her first two "songs" so well that I played the little accompaniment part that is for the teacher. She was so excited and just wanted to keep going. We played the songs over and over ; singing and counting together.

I learned today that I shouldn't limit myself and think I am not capable. I thought I couldn't teach kids, and I just proved myself wrong!

~April B.