[CAUT] Caut Certification

[wimblees at aol.com]

Mark

I'm not arguing against the CAUT certification. But shouldn't all technicians hone their skills by reading the books you mention, in addition to attending conferences and seminars, and discussing the finer points of piano work on the list, etc. etc. But, what will be the significance of "earning" the certificate, other than proof that you've attended a certain number of classes?


Wim

-----Original Message-----
From: Mark Cramer <cramer at brandonu.ca>
To: caut at ptg.org
Sent: Wed, Jun 17, 2009 5:13 pm
Subject: [CAUT] Caut Certification




Sometimes there are initiatives that deserve our support, even if a personal
enefit isn't immediately apparent. 
("Do I really need a math teacher when all I want to be is a fireman?":>)
There are also a couple of remarkable books published recently that promise
o raise the level of competence and fulfillment in our trade, though not
veryone will see a direct/personal application to their specific path:
1.) "The Voice of the Piano" by André Oorebeek (published by Jurgen
oering). (advanced voicing)  
2.) "Under the Lid" by Steve Brady. (concert work)
I can't imagine the sacrifice and dedication needed to see these kinds of
chievements through to completion, and to think that only a year or two ago
hese valuable resources didn't even exist! 
So, I'm in full support of the CAUT Certification, out of gratitude and
dmiration if nothing else. If it comes into being, it can be shaped and
oned as needed. 
If it goes unsupported, we leave a void as *our* legacy.=2
0 
Likewise with the books... *buy them* so the authors/publishers can be
ompensated for their generous investment in the future of our craft. The
ersonal application/revelation will be a bonus.         
Best regards,
ark Cramer,
randon University         

S This isn't intended as a response to anyone else's post and is in no way
eant as personal... 

humbly/sincerely no time for being cornered at the water-cooler.
hank-you:>) 
        
         
     


  

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