| I find it particularly interesting that this student experienced a large success learning much the way Mr. Vacchiano did. That's a cool parallel.
I would re-think my teaching strategy, but so many kids now are accustomed to the immediate gratification of microwaves, DVD's, TiVo, and overnight shipping that I think it would cause real problems for me in the long run (attrition).
This does, however, point out the importance of a good general music program in the schools. Not only to make players out off kids, but more importantly, to train kids' musical thought processes. It lends credence to the idea that general music is the backbone of any music program.
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"Roses have thorns; shining waters mud. Clouds and eclipses stain the moon and the sun; and history reeks of the wrongs we have done. After today, after today, consider me gone."- Sting |