Want to make friends, have fun, and learn how to play an instrument? - JOIN BAND!!Β
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Our Band Instrument Petting Zoo is on Thursday, February 26th, 2026 from 5PM-8PM in the McMath MS Band Hall.Β This is an incredibly fun day where a professional musician will walk you through the basics of making sound on all 11 of the band instruments.Β No musical experience is needed!Β Not sure if you want to do band? This event is PERFECT for you so you can try it out with no commitment!
Want to learn more about Band before you attend the event?Β This page has FAQ's as well as descriptions of all the band instruments and videos of what they look and sound like.Β You can learn more about the Pearson Band on our Facebook and Instagram!Β Questions? Contact Mr. Jenson at jensonm@friscoisd.org
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Do I need to have prior musical experience to be in band?
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No!Β Students will learn the fundamentals of reading music as well as how to play an instrument.Β Β
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Asthma? Braces?Β Is it possible?
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Absolutely!Β There are good instrument choices for every student who wants to be in band.Β We have many successful band students who have braces and/or asthma.Β Playing a wind instrument can actually be beneficial for those who have asthma as it helps strengthen the lungs.
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Is it possible to be in Band, Pre-AP, GT, and other classes?
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Yes!Β Band creates habits of excellence that carry over to other classes.Β Many of our students take Pre-AP and GT classes as well as band.
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Can I be in athletics and band?
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In 7th and 8th grade, YES!Β Athletics are not offered for any 6th grade student.Β Because of the unique nature of playing a musical instrument, we try to encourage students to begin band in 6th grade and then take other electives along with band in their 7th and 8th grade years.Β A majority of our 7th and 8th grade students participate in band AND athletics.Β We also have band students who participate in theater, art, choir, etc. as well as band in the 7th and 8th grade.Β Β