I cannot imagine a better day than today!! A beautiful day, gorgeous fall colors, old friends that feel like family and gorgeous music. We were fortunate enough to attend the Arlington Marching Band Invitational. It was so enjoyable.... We enjoyed reunions with old friends who are part of our marching band family and spectacular music and marching band shows.
I didn't know much about Marching Band until Cara joined in high school. I was so impressed by the experiences it provided for Cara and how I saw her grow as a result of the many lessons it taught her.....not all music, but character building. I witnessed the same thing with Alyssa, although she was in the color guard section of the band. Their role in the band was different, but the gifts it gave them were similar.
Going to see a Marching Band show is kind of like going home. I watched all those kids on that field. All performing their show with their whole heart, being part of a team.....an invaluable member of a team that another member can not step in and fill. They have practiced and marched and are constantly trying to grow their performance.
I wish more of education were like this... Not the drudgery of common core and regulations to be followed... But creativity and cooperation and following direction and practice for increasing skill levels. I enjoyed the music today and it struck me that now, perhaps more than ever before, the arts in education is vital to educating our children and encouraging creativity and responsibility. And the result of all of that is beautiful music and movement that touches the soul!
"Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent."
~ Victor Hugo
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