Heritage
Ron Watkins
Teacher. Mentor. Standard‑setter. The soul behind how we listen to each other — and how we lead with humility.
With gratitude
Replace this panel with a portrait when you have one — until then, this space is intentionally reserved for Ron’s image.
“Tone is character.”
This page is a living tribute. Add stories, repertoire Ron championed, and dates that matter — the site can grow without breaking what makes it feel intimate.
If you’d like, send the ensemble a short remembrance and a photo permission note. We’ll fold verified contributions into this narrative as the choir agrees on the wording.
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Legacy
Musicianship as hospitality
Ron modeled preparation without pretense — inviting players in, then lifting the standard once trust was earned.
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Ensemble
Choir thinking
Blend first. Solo impulse second. The trombone choir asks for ego‑aware musicians — Ron lived that balance.
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Invitation
Keep telling the story
Heritage isn’t static — it’s the choice to carry forward values while welcoming new voices.