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Re: teachers

Author: two toots ★2017
Date: 2016-05-16 15:55

Thank you all so much.

Yes, it appears that it is time to move on carefully.

I would like to share two things if I may.

There are so many reasons to play clarinet. Some might not be obvious to everyone. For a handicapped person it can be an activity that does not place the participant in danger and affords a real sense of accomplishment. I do not pretend that it doesn't take more time and effort to teach these individuals, or that teachers don't have to be satisfied with occasional limited success, but I do wish more caregivers and teachers would recognize the potential our "kids" have to succeed in this venture. It was quite a struggle to get school band directors to allow my daughter to participate! (Very long story.)

As to my daughter being "disruptive" the most disruptive thing she has ever done was to start playing her clarinet while the teacher was telling another tale. I bragged to her father that she did that! Good hint don't ya think?

Thank you Mark for sharing. I think you understand more than most.

And Dave, I will contact your friend soon. I'm feeling a bit raw and exposed right now but I'll forge on.

Thanks again, Jo

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