ZackAt the beginning of this school year, Blake decided he wanted to try out for band. He was accepted in Beginner Band playing saxophone. Within just a few months, he was moved to Advanced Band. The school has nearly 80 students in band and only 15 are in the advanced category. Wednesday evening they had their Spring Concert. Blake was recognized as the only student to advance from beginner to advanced in one school year. Also, Blake's friend and our Spanish minister's son, Zack, received an award for Most Improved Beginner Band. Now, Blake has asked me to teach him piano. I pulled out some of my beginner music from by-gone years when I taught, and within 30 minutes Blake was playing a "two-hand" piece. Next week, he will sing "I Can't Help Falling In Love With You" for the school talent show. Maybe Blake is going to be the artist in the family that can sing and play it all. This boy never ceases to amaze me.
Congratulations to Blake on his quick move from Beginner to Advanced Band. No one does that without taking music seriously.
ReplyDeleteHelen - Blake doesn't do anything half-hearted. He is my extreme child.
ReplyDeleteWow, that's awesome! He's very talented! Especially for someone so young. Congratulations to Blake and Zack on their awards! It's go to be able to play a few instruments. I play organ, piano, drums, and I want to learn the guitar! I don't know if I'm willing to cut my fingernails for that though...LOL
ReplyDeleteJennifer - Thanks for the comment. I guess you could use a pick to play guitar.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Blake! You never cease to amaze me. Let's see, you can sing, preach, play chess, the saxophone, the piano, and have a love for souls. You are one special talented kid.
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine how proud you are of him right now. That is awesome. Congratulations! Go Blake!!!!
ReplyDeleteBlake Congrats! I loved band and playing flute.. Im sure you're enjoying band just as much as I did. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Blake and Zach! Great goin' guys!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Blake! It seems like musical talent must run in your family. Blake sure looks like he's getting tall. He must be eating his Wheaties. :-)
ReplyDeleteCongratulatons to Blake!! I know you are proud of him!
ReplyDeleteEveryone - thank you for your kind comments.
ReplyDeleteBravo to Blake!
ReplyDeleteJana, so glad to hear about Blake's success. He is such a wonderful kid!
ReplyDeleteKaren and Debbie - thanks for your kind comments.
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