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Unbelievable

Posted by Robert '62 on February 10, 2020, 2:59 pm

Yesterday, I believe it was, the Clarion Ledger had an article on a kid who plays trombone who became the first instrumentalist in 14 YEARS from the Jackson Public School System to make Lions' Band! I thought, "My stars, what a crappy music program they must have!" We had two or three a YEAR who made it and it wasn't because it was easier then, either. Congratulations, kid - you rose above!

Re: Unbelievable

Posted by LAR on February 18, 2020, 12:00 am, in reply to "Unbelievable"

Let me say that there are some very good directors at some of the JPS schools. The director at Murrah was a graduate of Pearl HS and was a valuable member of the band while there. His band has made many superiors in marching, concert and sight-reading during his time at Murrah.

Re: Unbelievable

Posted by Steve 70 on February 11, 2020, 10:47 am, in reply to "Unbelievable"

I was and still am musically challenged . I sing so bad it sounds awful to me. Having said that FHS had for many years an outstanding band and band directors.

Re: Unbelievable

Posted by Hal Polk on February 10, 2020, 4:49 pm, in reply to "Unbelievable"

Robert,
According to media, The Jackson Public Schools have multiple problems. It it surprising that they have even one in the Lions Band. The kids are being cheated with poor teaching.

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