Band Program Objectives
Musical Objectives
- To teach music in a performance setting and provide students with opportunities to perform
- To develop the skills to perform on an instrument
- To provide all students with the opportunity express themselves via music
- To critically listen to and assess their personal performance, that of the group, or other groups
- To gain an understanding of careers in music and the expectations within the field
Life Skill Objectives
- To develop the ability to set goals for oneself and learn the persistence and patience that are required to attain those goals
- To develop and cultivate leadership and group skills
- To develop 21st Century Skills: Creativity; Critical Thinking; Problem-Solving; Decision-Making; Learning; Communication; Collaboration; Citizenship; Life and Career; and Personal and Social Responsibility.
Community Engagement Objectives
- To provide music for school and the community and serve as musical ambassadors to Wilson Middle School and Natick