Parting is such sweet sorrow. Perhaps this famous line from Shakespeare is the overarching sentiment in the Scotch-Irish folk song “The Parting Glass”. I have found this saying and feeling to be true when we are surrounded by those who make us better in different parts of our life. I am thankful for and count Bill Stowman as one of […]
I still enjoy watching college basketball. I am thankful for Al Campman instilling the love of basketball in me – the strategy, the fundamentals, the nuance, the constant shift from offense to defense. It is interesting to watch a team develop under the leadership of a coach. The coach puts five players on the floor that gives the team the […]
It must be the spirit of the season – coming out of Thanksgiving into Christmas and a personally celebratory event in between – that has me in reflective mood. I must also admit to making an individual decision about doing my best to live life my professional life as I want it to be. This post might be helpful to […]
A director who handles this situation with grace, respect, empathy, and understanding will last longer in the memory of a student than the music they played in the ensemble.
Hello band directors! I am working on a survey regarding attrition/retention in band across all grade levels. I would appreciate your help on this survey by clicking on this ridiculously long link! Thanks in advance for sharing your perspective and experiences!
