What got you hooked on music? Was it practicing scales in a practice room? If it was, you are a sick individual in need of professional help. It was performing music! Sadly, I don’t think our beginners perform enough. My hope is that as soon as beginners can play “Hot Cross Buns,” they are in front of people performing it. Whether it be in the school’s main office, the faculty room, or in the lobby before a PTA meeting, those receptive and supportive audience members will bring smiles of joy – and far more – that will last a lifetime.
Peter Loel Boonshaft, Director of Education
KHS America
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