Finish on a High Note

It's not easy for a low brass instrument to finish on a high note. But a low brass player can.

Tonight was Carter's last Spring Band Concert. Ever.

Yeah, I know. Another last. At least he has a few more performances – if seniors are required (and most likely they are) to participate in Memorial Day Weekend ceremonies. Tonight, though, it was about great performances from all grades, with special emphasis on those 11 seniors leaving on a high note.

Yes, they ARE kind of a big deal! Quite a bit of talent going out the door. I created this collage and framed it for the band director as a gift from the seniors. She knows they are kind of a big deal but may need reminders down the road!

Miss Thomas opening her gift. Think she's going to miss these kids!

Who's leaving? One baritone player (Carter), one sax, three trumpet, five percussion and one violinist, our foreign exchange student on the right. Will be an interesting transition.

For giggles, I figure we better get our picture taken with our favorite band geek. At only one point in the concert was I going to cry. The last number was a medley of songs from The Lion King, including The Circle of Life.

This whole year of "lasts" really has been the Circle of Life! I think tonight was the last of the lasts. Next up, graduation!

Now that I will finish on a cry note!