I’ve accepted the challenge to post the covers of 10 albums that make up the soundtrack of my life: no explanations - just the cover. Each time I post, I’ll ask someone else to take up the challenge. One cover/day for 10 days. My Day 10 nomination goes to @MisterTee00

8th graders learning about the importance of understanding melody, rhythm, and harmony when composing music from Darryl Johnson III...our guest composer. The class is using what they're learning to collaborate on their own original composition. #ASD4ALL #ITRocksIt #LOUDandPROUD

We received a letter today saying that our fifth grader has been selected to receive the Presidential Award for Academic Excellence! Could not be more proud! #ProudPapa #ArdmoreEagles #D45Ardmore

Thanks to the members of the Northwest & Des Plaines Community Bands, the Benedictine U. Symphonic Band, and ATHS Wind Ensemble for joining the ITJHS Bands yesterday in honoring those who've sacrificed so much in defending the freedoms we enjoy. #ASD4ALL #LOUDandPROUD #ITRocksIt

My son, about to leave on his first Boy Scout trip. . .spending the weekend camping in Michigan. #SummerIsHere #ChooseYourOwnAdventure #LoveBeingADad

With my daughter on the Ferris Wheel at Navy Pier. What a view! #SummerIsHere #ChooseYourOwnAdventure #LoveBeingADad

What a way to spend Father's Day weekend! Highly recommended and right in Villa Park! The whole family loved it and can't wait to go back. #FathersDay #MyWifefortheWin #ChooseYourOwnAdventure #Summer2019 doaroomescape.com/tickets

Congrats to the IT Bands for rocking Solo & Ensemble Contest at Glen Crest MS on Sat.! 110 Ss performed solos, and 29 of those Ss also played in 10 ensembles. Solos: 79 earned Div. I ratings, 31 earned Div. II. Ensembles: 4 earned Div.I, 6 earned Div. II. #musicspeaks #ASD4ALL

This is the why behind what we are doing....#ilschoolsstepup #dg58pride Brent Clark In 1918, Philadelphia didn't cancel an important parade in the midst of a pandemic. The results were devestating - CNN cnn.com/2020/03/15/us/…

Serving as an election judge today. The wheels of democracy keep turning...even during a pandemic! Keeping voters 6 feet apart and lathering in Purell. #DoWhatYouCan #GetThroughThisTogether

With break ending and distance learning resuming, I'm excited to start my "Distance Learning with Google Classroom for Music Educators" class through Vandercook! Hoping to pick up tips and tricks to make the most of this situation for all D4 perf. arts Ss! #ASD4ALL #ITBeBrave

Tough day yesterday with governor’s announcement .. we need to keep looking ahead..stay strong.. there will be so much good to come from all this #believe #staystrong #keepgoing

10 years ago tonight, a dynasty was born, as the Chicago #Blackhawks won the first of three Stanley Cups in a 6-season run. #TDIH #Hockey

VICTORY. cnbc.com/2020/06/15/sup…

Pressure to reopen w/o support or guidance to ensure that it's going to happen safely? Why not start with an announcement of funding the admin. is going to provide to help districts add staff and ensure adequate social distancing when those schools reopen? That would be a start.

This is a great reminder for all of us as we develop plans for next year. This is why it is so important to follow the guidance and listen to the experts. Our focus will remain the prioritization of in-person instruction while keeping everyone safe. #dg58pride

The studies she's using to support the administration's claims about kids to get everyone back in the classroom are problematic at best. So much for peer-reviewed research!

Just got this from my children's school district this morning. D45 is starting the year with 100% remote learning. d45.org/site/default.a…

Check out my Publisher Page at sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/law…! I've just released my collection of 12 holiday solo arrangements for all band and orchestra instruments with piano accompaniment. Sample sheet music and full recordings can be found on the website. Thanks for taking a look!