Beginning Band

Join the Stillwater Band Program!


Although many see band as a class on learning to play an instrument, it is much more than that. It is the development of a family of friends that lasts a lifetime. It is also the establishment of some rather profound environmental influences that will determine much of your student's success not only in music, but also in all aspects of their education.

One of the most positive impressions you can offer your student is the chance to learn self-discipline at the highest level by participating in band. Their social skills, communication skills, self-concept, cooperative talents, and creative mind will all be nurtured through their study of music. These life-skills will serve as an important foundation as they take on various responsibilities in their future.

Studies have shown that students who study an instrument during their developmental years have a tendency to do extremely well in all other academic areas due to the higher level of artistic thinking that is developed. Students who study music have also proven to score higher on the SAT and ACT. We have numerous Stillwater Band students who have been Valedictorians, National Merit Scholar Finalists, and recipients of countless college scholarships.

We are very proud of the tradition of excellence and record of accomplishments associated with the Stillwater Band program, and we hope that you will encourage your child to become a part of the band program. 


Facts about Beginning Band

-Students will give three concerts and compete in one competition during beginning band. 

-Students will meet daily in homogenous classes in order to progress quickly on their instrument. (Flute class, clarinet class, trumpet class, trombone class, percussion class)

-Students do not need to know how to play an instrument to join band

-In August, Palen Music Company comes to SMS so that you can visit with their representatives about instrument rental opportunities if you do not already have one. Please do not let financial concerns be a deterrent to letting your child have this amazing experience. We will have other affordable options available for acquiring an instrument. Students who study an instrument during their developmental years have a high tendency to do extremely well in all other academic areas due to the higher level of artistic thinking that is developed. Students who study music have also proven to score higher on the SAT and ACT. We have numerous Stillwater Band students who have been 

-Students can do both athletics and band! We have many students in band that also participate in sports, choir, cheer, dance, gymnastics, Ag, FFCLA, Stuco, Meridian Technology Center, and many other activities! The amount of time required for band outside of the school day is very minimal.