Friday, July 21, 2023
I am so saddened to hear of Mr. Ross's death. He was my band director at Alexander Hamilton and West Junior High School from 1967 to 1972 and was, without question, one of my favorite and most influential teachers. It was in large part because of the foundation, support, and encouragement that Mr. Ross provided that my participation in music continued throughout my childhood and adulthood and has been so rewarding and important. He impacted the lives of so many children - what a gift it was to have been the recipients of his talents and accomplishments. All my thanks to Mr. Ross and warmest thoughts and sympathy to his beautiful family.
Fondly, Janis Goodman
