South Washington County

South Washington County School District added a Strings program to their curriculum this year. It has achieved great success so far - over 250 fourth-grade students are participating, most of whom are beginners. This afternoon marked the celebratory first concert, and I was a featured speaker and performer.

with Music teachers Kristi Sullivan, Michael Sloane, and Nancy Wiessner

I remembered my early recitals - the excitement, anticipation, and butterflies. That same energy was present at this performance. Good luck to all the students, parents, and teachers who have undertaken this endeavor, and congratulations and thank you to the school board for your support of this program.