Thanks for all of you who follow my blog. I apologize for not being more consistent lately, but with my wedding coming up on 2/14, I've had my hands full.
That doesn't mean that things in Kent haven't been hopping though! There is so much going on here. People are excited about the ShoWare Events Center, changes at Kent Station, the new Costco in nearby Covington and new shops going into downtown Kent.
I recently had the opportunity to interview Darren Motamedy, an award-winning jazz musician and band director for the Kent School Districts. He was not only talented, but he was also patient, kind, amusing and surprisingly humble. I can see why his students look up to him and how teaching them to play music is such a passion for him. Watch for my profile on him in an upcoming issue of Kent Magazine.
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Dear Dana,
Thank you for coming to Ridgewood Elementary School and observing my band. Next to my family, sharing my craft with my students is the highlight of the day. I'm always thrilled to hear my students tell me that "band is the best part of their day!"
Darren is much too modest. After interviewing him, I learned he was named the Kent School District Teacher of the Year for 2009. He's not only an amazing musician, but he's a talented, much-loved teacher too.
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