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Why Join Band?
The purpose of our music program is to begin the study of a musical instrument and to experience the pleasure of music through playing that instrument. Students participating in band also develop self-confidence, responsibility, self-discipline, and teamwork. Additionally, research shows that there is a strong connection between learning an instrument and improved test scores and grades. Here are some video evidence as to why band is important. Also, as to how music connects and reflects different cultures as well.
Band is Instrumental to Brain Development
Hear from our "President's Own" Marine Band
A funny little cartoon detailing how fun music is
STUDIES CONSISTNETLY SHOW THAT STUDENTS THAT ARE INVOLVED IN BAND/ARTS GET HIGHER TEST SCORES THAN THOSE THAT AREN'T
STUDIES CONSISTNETLY SHOW THAT STUDENTS THAT ARE INVOLVED IN BAND/ARTS GET HIGHER TEST SCORES THAN THOSE THAT AREN'T
"Music Students Score Better in Math, Science, English Than Nonmusical Peers" (APA)
"Students who participated in music, who had higher achievement in music, and who were highly engaged in music had higher exam scores across all subjects, while these associations were more pronounced for those who took instrumental music rather than vocal music. On average, the children who learned to play a musical instrument for many years, and were now playing in high school band and orchestra, were the equivalent of about one academic year ahead of their peers with regard to their English, mathematics and science skills, as measured by their exam grades. Apart from the strength of the associations, the researchers were most surprised by the consistency of the associations across all three subject areas (math, science and English). These associations continued to be significant even when the researchers controlled for demographic factors such as gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic background and prior achievement on similar exams in seventh grade."
American Psychological Association. (2019, June 24). Music students score better in math, science, English than nonmusical peers [Press release]. https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2019/06/music-students-score-better
https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2019/06/music-students-score-better
"Interestingly, the researchers found that the correlation between music education and better academic achievement was most significant for students who practiced instrumental music. According to the authors, these findings suggest that the skill set required to master playing a musical instrument transfers to other types of academic learning in high school." Christopher Bergland - Psychology Today
"Often, resources for music education—including the hiring of trained, specialized music educators, and band and stringed instruments—are cut or not available in elementary and secondary schools so that they could focus on math, science, and English," Gouzouasis emphasized. "The irony is that music education—multiple years of high-quality instrumental learning and playing in a band or orchestra or singing in a choir at an advanced level—can be the very thing that improves all-around academic achievement and an ideal way to have students learn more holistically in schools." Christopher Bergland - Psychology Today
What Are YOUR Commitments in the band?
Attendance: Instrumental music students must attend each rehearsal with their instrument and music. If the student does not consistently bring required materials to rehearsal, he/she may be asked to return to class, and an email to parents regarding their attendance.
Practice: Students are expected to practice a little bit every day at home as their music “homework”. The most successful musicians are those who dedicate time and energy to their instrument consistently every single day. Each instrument requires a unique set of skills, and weekly music classes alone will not be enough to perfect these skills.
Performances: We will do several major performances during the school year. Performances are a culmination of all the learning that students have done and an opportunity for them to showcase their talents. Families of participating students are highly encouraged to attend the performances and cheer for their superstars!
When is band?
Band is twice a week, 30 minutes each class. They will be pulled out of their classes during the school day. However, each student is still expected to complete their assigned work for their classes.
Any more questions?
Email me at alec.richard@cnusd.k12.ca.us
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