Region Band

Yesterday I got invited to judge region band auditions...thats right...not orchestra...but band...wind instruments only. I was a little surprised at getting this email (that went on to ask your instrument preference...I asked for oboes and bassoons...we'll see what I get). I've never judged an audition before, and I've never listened to that many wind instruments play in a row. So it will be a day of firsts. Should be exciting. (Region band is one of the steps to all-state down here in Texas...they have about 75 rounds before you actually get to go to all-state...because they are crazy and love evaluating and judging and giving rankings.)