Midwood students in the Humanities or Liberal Arts and Sciences Programs may be eligible to join the newly redesigned music track which leads to a specialized arts-endorsed diploma. Freshmen students who are interested in music are strongly encouraged to consider this exciting new opportunity regardless of prior music experience.
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MUSIC
Past students received $12,000 towards four-year tuition
Unique grants/scholarships for individual instruments
NYSSMA SOLO AND ENSEMBLE COMPETITIONS
Adjudicated festivals offer valuable feedback and recognition from college music professors and professional musicians
Chance to compete for All-State Ensembles
NYSSMA Awards stand out on college applications and resumes
A.P. MUSIC THEORY COURSE
Offered in Junior year
Earn college credit through AP exam
EXPOSURE
Photos, audio/video recordings and resume builders
Earn highly valued Arts-Endorsed Regents Diploma
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Significant leadership opportunities including section leader, supportive roles throughout the program
Be part of the first cohort of students and help shape the future design of the program
PARTNERSHIPS WITH ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
BK Steppers ➔ Drumline collaboration with weekly sessions with marching percussion instructors
Ensemble Connect ➔ Weekly teaching Artist visits, interactive performances and free Carnegie Hall tickets
Guest Artists and Clinicians ➔ Various outside musicians and teachers brought in to Midwood to work with band students
PRIORITY ACCESS TO INSTRUMENT, REPERTOIRE, AND MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
Priority access to Midwood's newest and most advanced instruments
Diverse repertoire choices through our extensive music library
Music Technology and recording opportunities through various platforms including MakeMusic Cloud
OUTSIDE MUSIC OPPORTUNITIES
All-City High School Music Program ➔ Earn additional music credits toward graduation through ensembles with top faculty and music students. Options include All-City Concert Band, Jazz Band, Latin Jazz, Marching Band, Chorus, Modern Band, and Orchestra
Third Street Music Settlement ➔ Non-profit organization in Manhattan with advanced ensembles
NYC High School Honors Music Festival ➔ Massive annual music festival bringing together top NYC music students from around the city leading to final concert
Midwood band students performing at The Juilliard School in the Ensemble Connect partnership through Carnegie Hall.
Midwood band students working with Vincent Gardner from the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra