Hear What Others Had To Say after Attending Conn-Selmer Institute

The value of Conn-Selmer Institute can best be expressed through the words of those who attended.  Below are few quotes taken directly from survey sheets completed by individuals who attended the 2012 Conn-Selmer Institute.


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“It always amazes me how well coordinated this event is.  You and the Conn-Selmer Staff, as well as the Volunteers certainly go above and beyond to make sure that everyone has a positive experience. Thank you for giving us this wonderful opportunity to network with so many Instrumental Music Directors and Students, and promote ETI’s services.  We look forward to a continued relationship with Conn-Selmer.  Thanks for all of your dedication and hard work.”



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“Thanks so much for all YOUR hard work in putting this together. What a fantastic opportunity, I can't wait to come back as a college graduate next year!” 



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“A huge THANK YOU back from me!   When I first walked in to the Music Supervisor's session in the board room, I felt like a fish out of water.   I texted my husband and said, "I don't think I belong here."  After just a couple of hours of sitting back, watching and learning, I immediately concluded that this was an extremely important conference for me to be attending.”



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“As a "lone wolf" in a tiny district with an administration that has NO idea what to do with me, I have realized that it is up to ME to guide them in this process.     I am now armed with a plethora of documentation, data and information in regard to all of the "hot topics" that are now so prevalent not only in our district, but the entire country, especially in regard to teacher evaluation, music program alignment with the Common Core, rigor and relevance, and the implementation of non-traditional ensembles.   I have already sent an email to my superintendent outlining what I derived from this conference and thanking him for allowing me leave time.  I cannot begin to express my appreciate enough, especially to Dr. Tim, John Stoner, Elizabeth and Johanna. Again, from the bottom of my heart, thank you!”



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“We are the one to thank all of you for such a great experience.  I enjoyed everything; it truly makes me believe that you are never too old to learn something new.  And you all made it such a great experience.  I do hope to do it again next year and would even volunteer to help with it.  Thanks again for a great 4 days.”



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“Conn-Selmer Institute 2012 was WONDERFUL. Thank you for all you did to make it a success. I will be back, year after year after year.....”



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“I want to thank you for your part in an incomparable 4 days.  It was a life-changing experience to hear what my fellow participants have to cope with, and how they find creative ways to not only survive, but to thrive.” 



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“Thanks for all of your help in encouraging me to attend CSI. I have not felt this rejuvenated in years and felt a real kinship to everyone involved. If Conn Selmer, you and Mr. Stoner can keep this up, your corporation will truly be entering the business stratosphere in both professional support and corporate success. I thank you for your efforts in both areas.”