Good News

I got good news this morning, in the bathroom of the music building. I go into the bathroom, and my jazz band director is utilizing the facilities. So, I stand next to him using the other facility, and that awkward silence starts. Anyways, the moral of the story is, while I was in the bathroom, my jazz band director asked me if I could be in the Jazz Orchestra next semester, which is the top jazz group here at Luther. He said the 3rd trombone player was going abroad, and there was an open spot. In addition, he said that in the fall, I had rightly deserved that spot in the group, but he wanted me in the jazz band to be a strong leader in the trombone section. I really appreciated what he said to me. I mean, I have no problem being in jazz band, and I enjoy it, but I would really like to be in jazz orchestra. And it felt really good to be told that I was doing a good job in jazz band, because I often times screw up, and feel as if I am letting him down. I don't know, this is just really exciting for me, because I love jazz, and I love playing good jazz with good players. Prime example, 11th grade jazz band in high school. That was the experience that made me fall in love with jazz, the true American art form. 20 individuals who pulled together to create some beautiful music, and have fun doing it. That was the year we placed second at Nationals. Man, it was so much fun. It is just so amazing to have such an experience. I had the good fortune to experience it again last year with the Japan Concert Band. Whenever I listen to our recording, the feeling comes back to me. It's really cool. So yeah, I'm excited right now. I think it's going to be a very fruitful second semester. I'm hoping for some good music, good friends, good times, and good experiences. Somewhat of an experience with the lady would be nice too. I don't mean that in a sick way, I mean just a general experience, like hanging out. But anyways, Aaron is going to play in ja