The dangers of talking back

Believe it or not, a lot of us talk back without even knowing it. I know that you have heard that too many times to remember, but it's true. The only time we ever realize that we are talking back is when drastic measures are taken to correct our rudeness and disrespect. A member of our drum line discovered his talking back problem today at practice.
He is in my Symphonic Band also, and he wasn't paying attention. At all. My band director,Q, was getting angry. Really, really angry. He even pulled him aside and let him know that he would have to start listening, watching, and paying attention. The guy seemed to get it. At first.
Then, during marching band practice, he wasn't watching again. Q reminded him to watch the drum majors, they were the source of tempo. But he didn't. And whenever they would cut us off, he wouldn't stop, due to lack of poor listening skills. Then, finally, Q burst.
"Put up your drum. Now" Is what he said.
And the guy went to the band room, and left.

And even though I felt sorry for him, and still do, he got what he deserved. And, the interesting thing is, is that no one in the band, flag corps. or dance team uttered one word after that happened.

Some readers might sympathize with the snare player; some might not. Sure, it was harsh was Q did, but realize something. It did work. And I bet that everyone will be very, very careful from now on about listening to Q and tthe drum majors.
So listen. Please. You never know what might be the consequences to you not listening. They may be harsh. They may be mean. But you won't ever, ever do it again.

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