To kick off Black History Month, and to get all of our students excited about our very own Mardi Gras Parade right here in Decatur on Saturday, students were introduced to the story, and music, of Troy Andrews - better known as Trombone Shorty. His illustrated, non-fiction children's book recently won a Caldecott Honor, and Coretta Scott King award. In the Media Center, students were able to hold a real trombone, as well as listen to music. They learned that Trombone Shorty started playing the trombone at age four and was given the nickname by his older brother. As a child, he was called up on stage at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festive to play with Bo Didley. You can hear a live interview with Troy Andrews here from National Public Radio.
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