After reading CND’s post the other day regarding music education, I began to reminisce about my days as a music student. I took private piano lessons for years at the insistence of my mother (in addition to music classes in school). Though I was less than thrilled to spend my childhood afternoons practicing chords with my tenacious music teacher, in hindsight I am grateful for the experience. I now have a love for music and a cherished talent I have been able to cultivate, an opportunity and experience many do not have.
In addition, my experiences have bestowed upon me a great appreciation for music teachers everywhere and all that they do. From putting up with snot-nosed bratty kids to their patience with those of us who struggle, they are truly some of the most dedicated in the world. Hats off to music teachers everywhere.