To: A Special Teacher

Music is more than a bunch of notes.
It’s more than just a simple melody.
Music carries a person’s heart.
It conveys their true feelings.

If my high school life was a score you’d be the rests.
You were there with me at the start
And I know you’ll be with me at the end.
You were the first teacher I saw on zoom
And probably the only teacher that I’ll really remember and miss.

In a whirlwind of emotions and new experiences thank you for being my rests.
For some peace of mind the band room has become my go to place.
No matter what I’m going through your class is always the highlight of my day. 
You’re the pause that emphasizes a crescendo and ends a beautiful phrase.

It’s kind of sad that I’m graduating in a few days
But I want to say thank you for being apart of the music I’ve made.
Like every score created there’s an end
But I’m glad that you will be with me at the very end.

To: Mr. Nishida
From: Tera

Thanks for helping me write this chapter of my life.