Masters degree in ???

Okay, now back to that equipment --- I know that all of my music colleagues will agree with me - there should be at least one masters course, if not an entire degree for music ed majors on the joys of equipment - moving it, setting it up, breaking it down, schlepping it EVERYWHERE - the chairs, the stands, the microphones,cords, pianos, the risers, the percussion (marching and concert!), music folders, amplifiers, etc., etc. It never ends - we are usually the first and (by far) the last people at an event. And believe me when I say you have to be in pretty good shape to be a music ensemble teacher cuz when you're alone and it needs to be done, you have no choice but to do it! Now, admittedly, I have had some expert advice in this last job in the technical area - Mr. A is the resident "techie" of the music department - he has more wires and microphones than anyone I know, and has been a great help in that area. But honestly, I don't know of any English teacher that has to move as much equipment and have an expansive knowledge of technical auxilliary stuff! And don't get me started on instrument repair, reeds, mouthpieces, trip planning, uniforms, bake sales and parent helpers (those are for future entries!) Let's just say that I am a little afraid of my physical condition deteriorating in retirement. I shudder at how many minutes and speed on the treadmill will equal the physical portion of the DHS band director job! Well, I think you get the picture - now off to the gym!