It employs an unique language and set of symbols and requires physical coordination, manual dexterity, and allows the student to create and express feeling and emotion. Music is a powerful and profound means of expression. It fulfills a fundamental purpose of education which is to transmit our cultural heritage. Music provides an unique means of understanding how our culture differs from, and is similar to that of others. Music prepares students to survive in our modern, complex society by providing them an opportunity to explore their potential for creativity, self expression, and cooperation.
Music is one of eight required subjects in Oregon elementary schools.
As such, the study of music holds a place as a basic element in the education of youth. Virtually all educational reports validate and advocate the inclusion of music and the arts in the school curriculum. Although band is offered to sixth grade students only, we are quite the melting pot of various levels of ability. This will give an opportunity for our second year students to shine as leaders in their sections. A practice sheet is sent home with your band student each month.