This group is on a roll! Aparna has migrated to the trumpet section and is off to a great start. This band is an extraordinary group of polite and focused musicians, and we get a lot done in these morning rehearsals. I do very much appreciate your rushing them through breakfast to get them to these gatherings. I assure you it is time well spent.
These kids are moving on to Page 12, which is quite different than any they've studied so far. Most of the page is taken up with a band arrangement of Jingle Bells. On their page, there are two different parts for each instrument, and we will divide the section so that the parts are covered. I have asked them to learn both the upper and lower part of the arrangement. We took a shot at the first four measures at the end of class this morning, and I am confident it will be great.
Most of the kids in the band have very good habits in terms of practice and preparation. Please know that I can tell that it is happening, and it makes all the difference. Bravo! On behalf of Ms. Hofius and myself, thanks again!
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