| I am very pleased that Peabody (Mr. Lane) responded to my concerns regarding the letter, but Cartera, I agree...there is still wording in the letter that I personally dislike. Do I have a better understanding of what was meant by the author? Yes. Do I think it could have conveyed the same message/intent without the implications I (and some others) drew from it? Yes. I agree with the premise that ultimately all musicians are looking for the best fit when it comes to auditioning. That's why we take the time to carefully investigate schools, take trial lessons with teachers, make spread sheets of the pros and cons, read post after post on CC etc. I do think it's possible to say to an applicant that the fit isn't right without making them feel inferior. Perhaps I am reading between the lines too much - but I think others came away with that feeling too. So I guess it's time to go back and recite one of my all time favorite Eleanor Roosevelt quotes: "No one can make you feel inferior without your permission."
'nuff said, I'm done! |