CJ Primary Observation

My first day observing the CJMS 8th Grade Band was certainly not what I expected. I had anticipated on observing teaching style, classroom management, and perhaps, were the time available, introducing myself to the ensemble. What I wound up doing was distributing music with Becky to the ensemble, as they had just performed a concert the previous week. This was most certainly a test for me, a non-band musician! While I know the instruments, and know generally where they are seated, I found myself asking students to direct me to where I certain performer was. During this time I kept my confidence up as much as possible, trying to maintain the appearance of authority with the students. Thankfully, this worked out well. The music was distributed, Becky and I introduced ourselves, and we enjoyed hearing part of the recording from the concert.