Today, in Grade 4 Music, I was playing "Paper Moon" from the swing music chart, rather than a simpler melody + accompaniment form, just to see how the kids did, singing in an arrangement that fit the style.
They did GREAT. Held their own, like the strong musicians they are. I, of course, just about leapt off the piano bench and started talking a mile a minute.
Me: Wow, you all are the cat's pajamas! You sound GREAT!
Kids (beaming and laughing): You sure are getting excited.
Me: Oh, you wanted a calm reaction? Well now, boys and girls, didn't
that sound just swell. Good job.
Kids: Yuck! That's creepy! Don't make yourself sound like a regular
grownup--we like it better the real way!
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