Kevin Tan

As I opened the door,

A new student entered,

With the thought

Of music.

         As we greeted each other,

         Musical goals began to gracefully

         Flow like water

         down a narrow, pitched alleyway.

                 As time moved forward,

                 Piano became more

                 Than just nailing notes

                 Or the kicking of keys

                          After every lesson,

                          A memorized result arises

                          Followed by a different,

                          More complex piece.

                                As every concert comes and goes,

                                 I realize that teaching

                                 Is vital to opening up

                                 One’s heart and soul.