Reflective Essay: How To Be An Effective Section Leader

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To be an effective section leader I would need to improve on knowing everyone in my sections personal needs and how they learn. Being a freshman I have not had as long to learn this because I was learning myself about how high school band works. I would strive to, in the first 2 weeks of band, to learn about this because this is an important skill to have to improve the section.

I think the clarinet section has many strengths. We all work very well together and create a strong and good toned sound. With encouragement, everyone strives to play any music we receive and to march the best that we can. We all feel comfortable around each other and know we can ask for help at any time.

Some specific goals I would have for my section include having everyone engage and not talk while the teacher is talking. To do this I would encourage them to be quiet, respectful, and listen willingly to instructions. If this were to not work I would kindly, but sternly, ask for them to pay attention. Also, I would set a good example and be quiet and respectful to show them everyone must do it. Another goal I would set for the section would be for everyone to willing march, play music, and practice. I have a lot of passion for the band, and would like to see some more people in my section excited for early band and marching. I understand they are tired, but if we don’t have a strong outlook on the day, then we will not be successful in the long run. We must practice to become a better band and without people practicing we will not become successful. …show more content…

After seeing her try out for drum major, I have noticed how she works very hard and is a strong leader. When leading she developed a strong voice and became

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