As I am sitting here writing this, I am watching the Little League World Series.  It is such a joy to watch these young baseball players doing what they love to do.  Certainly, they are very skilled for their age, but the thing that impresses me the most is the genuine display of joy when they win and yes, their tears when they lose.  There is no pretense about what they are doing.  They are competing in the moment, completely invested in the experience.

Perhaps we could all learn a lesson from these young athletes.  How many of your students are completely invested in the band experience?  How many are invested in word, but not in action?  How many allow themselves to be completely in the moment when they are at rehearsal?

Today, no every day, I encourage you to consider the role a band’s culture plays in encouraging, developing, and supporting the kind of investment displayed by the Little League players.  Do your students feel safe enough to completely immerse themselves in the moment?  Just wonderin’!

Make Today a Magnificent Experience,

Gary L Rupert

Lead Mentor/COO

II:Leaders Creating:II Leaders

LCL Mentors @ Marching Arts Education