Taking up the clarinet this year, Amanda played in the 7th grade band in her local middle school band concert. This is her first year playing clarinet, so the teacher started her in 6th grade band requiring her to meet all the tests before she could move to the 7th grade band. She is now almost through the 7th grade band requirements and will soon move up to the 8th grade band and participate in jazz band the 4th quarter. I may be the last generation to play piano, but so thankful music continues to be an interest with our kids.