Saturday, January 03, 2009

New Year's Resolutions

Those who know me well know that New Year's Day is my favorite day of the year. I really enjoy the idea of a clean slate -- a new year full of new possibilities. I relish the opportunity to review the past year, and am grateful for the ability to make plans for what I'd like the new year to include. I have my New Year's resolutions in place for 2009 and am excited about beginning to work toward the goals they represent.

I would encourage each Guild member to set this goal for yourself for 2009: to take full advantage of the benefits of your Guild membership. The American Organist arrives in your mailbox each month, full of information - but if that's your only contact with the AGO, you're missing out on many other benefits! Each member will find different advantages to membership, depending on your own needs and interests. But I am serious when I say there is something for every organist under the wide-ranging umbrella of the Guild - no matter your age, ability, location, employment, or type of instrument. We are a diverse group, and the Guild has evolved to address and embrace those differences with many different types of programs and resources. What's in it for you? Make it a goal to find out!

A great way to begin is to visit the National AGO website. You'll be amazed at the treasures there, many of which may be downloaded for free. Visit it today, bookmark it for frequent return visits, and make the Guild part of your New Year's Resolutions for 2009.