An Interview With Mrs. ParnellMrs. Parnell is the mother of Global Perspectives. She has a voice of an angel and is willing to help everyone in the class improve on their musical talents, regardless of their abilities. She is the woman with the most friendly smile, which is the best sight for all the students to see when they walk into portable 11, every morning. As a result of her efforts, she has given many of her students a greater passion for music.
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FULL OF BEANS
Do you drink coffee? If you do, what do you take in it?
I don’t drink coffee, but I like to smell coffee. I grew up in a household where most people didn’t drink coffee. It reminds me of the morning. I do, however, enjoy tea, more specifically, raspberry cream earl grey.
What’s your favourite genre of music?
I don’t have a specific favourite genre. I enjoy teaching about all types of music, and I’m classically trained, so I’m able to offer the most insight about classical music. I actually worked for a record label.
Do you have a favourite artist?
I find it hard to decide. Renee Fleming, in terms of classical singers, is my hero and favourite of all time. I find that I migrate through musical obsessions, and that affects who my favourite artists are at the time.
Do you have a favourite memory from this year so far?
I’ve had a few I think. When we were packing for Cuba, the positive energy and climate felt amazing to me. The dance workshop was really successful, and I’m looking forward to the drum workshop on Friday as well.
How do you think Global Perspectives changes students?
I think that it places students in a different kind of learning situation-- where you’re working intensely with the same group of people. It expands students’ horizons, where they can escape their nuclear lives, and where they can develop new perspectives based on personal experiences. I think that there’s a clear difference between what is taught from the standpoint of privilege, versus what exists as a reality in countries we visit.
How did you first get involved with Global?
A year and a half ago, there was some conversation about incorporating music instead of visual arts in the program. With the long-standing relationship with Cuba in mind, where music is such an integral role in the culture, it was decided that music ought to be included. When the past music teacher, Ms. Christie, accepted a position at another school, Mr. Toole begged me to join the team.
Do you have advice for future Globalities?
Go easy on the coffee. Maybe three double-doubles instead of four. I’m only joking.
You’re part of a once in a lifetime experience. You get out of the program only what you put into the program. It’s essential to embrace the discomfort and stress that comes with the workload of the program. Skills developed here will be beneficial for your entire life.
I don’t drink coffee, but I like to smell coffee. I grew up in a household where most people didn’t drink coffee. It reminds me of the morning. I do, however, enjoy tea, more specifically, raspberry cream earl grey.
What’s your favourite genre of music?
I don’t have a specific favourite genre. I enjoy teaching about all types of music, and I’m classically trained, so I’m able to offer the most insight about classical music. I actually worked for a record label.
Do you have a favourite artist?
I find it hard to decide. Renee Fleming, in terms of classical singers, is my hero and favourite of all time. I find that I migrate through musical obsessions, and that affects who my favourite artists are at the time.
Do you have a favourite memory from this year so far?
I’ve had a few I think. When we were packing for Cuba, the positive energy and climate felt amazing to me. The dance workshop was really successful, and I’m looking forward to the drum workshop on Friday as well.
How do you think Global Perspectives changes students?
I think that it places students in a different kind of learning situation-- where you’re working intensely with the same group of people. It expands students’ horizons, where they can escape their nuclear lives, and where they can develop new perspectives based on personal experiences. I think that there’s a clear difference between what is taught from the standpoint of privilege, versus what exists as a reality in countries we visit.
How did you first get involved with Global?
A year and a half ago, there was some conversation about incorporating music instead of visual arts in the program. With the long-standing relationship with Cuba in mind, where music is such an integral role in the culture, it was decided that music ought to be included. When the past music teacher, Ms. Christie, accepted a position at another school, Mr. Toole begged me to join the team.
Do you have advice for future Globalities?
Go easy on the coffee. Maybe three double-doubles instead of four. I’m only joking.
You’re part of a once in a lifetime experience. You get out of the program only what you put into the program. It’s essential to embrace the discomfort and stress that comes with the workload of the program. Skills developed here will be beneficial for your entire life.