By: Luke Bush
Students find that many areas of life revolve around music. There is constantly something new and different to listen to. Students consider the music they enjoy to be theirs, because the older generations don’t listen to what they do. Or do they? What adults listen to is a mystery to many students.
One teacher who has a definite opinion of music is Mrs. Haik. She grew up surrounded by music, fell in love with it, and she loves going to concerts and checking out new music. When asked about how music affects her daily life she replied, “Music is a very large part of my life. I listen to it when I run, in my car, and at home.” Though Haik has many favorites, one song stands out, “If I had to choose, it would probably be “Closer” by Kings of Leon,” said Haik.
Another faculty member with a surprising amount of musical knowledge is Principal Wayne Folkes. He keeps his updated iPod by his computer at all times and can even be spotted checking out new songs on iTunes. “Music speaks to all individuals, races, and genders. It brings us all together, no matter what kind of music you like,” said Folkes. Although many genres interest him, Mr. Folkes has his favorites. “I like vintage rock. My favorite though would probably be Lynard Skynard. There’s nothing wrong with a little ‘Sweet home Alabama,’ is there?”
Mr. Mcneil, another math teacher at Oak Grove, is also very interested in music. “I do like the oldies and some classic rock, while most people just assume that, as a preacher, I would only listen to gospel music. Now don’t get me wrong, I do love Christian music, but there is other good music too.” He also loves to listen to XM radio and has many favorite channels. “Channel fifteen, Classic Rewind, plays the good music I like to listen to.”
It turns out teachers know more about music than most expect. They love music just as teens do. Music is not something that is new or old, but timeless and affects not only this generation and the one before, but all of them. So next time you wonder what is on your teachers iPod,if they have one, watch out. It might be what’s on your iPod too.
Teacher Playlist
- Mr. Folkes – Lynard Skynard, “Sweet Home Alabama”
- Mr. Sutton – The Allmon Brothers Band, “Whipping Post”
- Mrs. Slusher – Kings Of Leon, “Use Somebody”
- Mrs. Clark - Lilly Allen, “L.D.M.”
- Mr. Breland – Frank Sinatra, “Fly Me to The Moon”
- Mrs. Haik – Phoenix, ”1901”
- Mrs. Joy Davis – Ben Harper, “Steal My Kisses”
