"A World of Music"

Success! My first music program as a music teacher is over! I'm totally glad to have it over and done with. I was tired of the songs and tired of worrying about it. It's been a doozy of a week, that's for sure. The third grade did a good job overall on Thursday. They were nervous and totally excited which caused a bit of a challenge in the "standing still on the risers and keeping your eyes on the director" area. A few students were chatty, yes chatty, up there in front of everyone in between songs. I even had one gentleman decide he was done during the second to last song and just sit down on the risers. I could hardly believe my eyes! Luckily we had 2 performances so the second one was MUCH better. Something about parents in the audience makes kids shape up a bit. :) I did have 2 students in tears of stagefright before the second one, that was interesting to deal with. In the end, they sang well and did a great job. I consider the musical a success and a fabulous learning experience. One down- 4 to go! The next one, "Feelin' Good: A Celebration of Health", is a short 3.5 weeks away and the fourth grade is already doing a great job. I feel much more prepared already so hopefully that's a good sign!