My boys are now in 5th grade and had the opportunity to play an instrument this year. DS #1 picked the viola (just like his Mom!) and DS #2 chose the clarinet. They started music classes at school just about 4 weeks ago and I've heard them practice, but last Sunday they gave us a little concert. DS #1 played Mary Had a Little Lamb on the viola. It sounded very nice. Then DS #2 played Jingle Bells, then went on to play Sleigh Ride and then a little ditty that he composed. I was stunned by how good he was!
This is the boy that wanted to quit after only a week because it was too hard. He finally figured out how to play actual notes and it finally clicked for him. Last night he came into the kitchen while I was preparing dinner and played the National Anthem for me twice - with no music in front of him! Then he went in and asked his brother "Can you play the National Anthem?" (To which DS #1 responded - "But we're only supposed to go to page 10!") lol
I asked Squidward if all the clarinets were playing such advanced songs or if he was going on ahead in his lessons and he said he was going ahead. I was truly blown away. He's a natural. My sons - the musicians! (Oh and DS #1 is also in the choir and sings like an angel...)
That is so cool! I'm glad it finally clicked for him. =)
ReplyDeleteThey are just precious. Make them practice, practice, practice. It is so good that he is picking it up naturally though. Maybe he was just born with some musical talent. Good job mom
ReplyDeleteMy husband's greatest regret is that his parents never encouraged him to learn to play an instrument. He would have adored to play the piano. As an adult, he appreciates music more than anyone I know, so I can see it was a real shame he wasn't able to take some kind of lessons as a kid. You are doing great by your children to encourage them! That is a totally angelic looking photo of them. Makes me want to give them each a huge hug.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, that picture of your children is precious! What cutie pies they all are!! But, of course you knew that - lol! Secondly, I think it's wonderful they are learning to play an instrument! I feel that music is one of the best ways a person can express themselves. Good for you and for them!
ReplyDeleteYour children are just precious. Not sure which is son #1 and son #2, but the fact that they enjoy making music is great, even if they only go to page 10.
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