Letters from former students and parents
"Band is an awesome opportunity for kids to be exposed to the amazing world of music. Personally, I find music a great way to calm down in the crazy things that life throws at me. Others can have this chance too. Through the band program kids can learn, grow and make great friends just as I have.”
– Sonja Rostad (trumpet student)
"Where would the world be without music? Many students would have minimal exposure to playing music if it wasn't for band in school. Students are given a sense of belonging to a group and are able to challenge themselves to improve. This improvement and sense of belonging, enhances self-confidence and self-esteem which students can continue to build on throughout life."
-Maureen (band parent)
"Band is one of my favorite things about school. When I enter the music room, I feel more safe and happy than just about anywhere else in the school. All the students in the band respect each other, because we have a mutual love for music and desire to learn more about it. I feel like I belong when i'm with my 'band friends'."
-Danika (flute student)
– Sonja Rostad (trumpet student)
"Where would the world be without music? Many students would have minimal exposure to playing music if it wasn't for band in school. Students are given a sense of belonging to a group and are able to challenge themselves to improve. This improvement and sense of belonging, enhances self-confidence and self-esteem which students can continue to build on throughout life."
-Maureen (band parent)
"Band is one of my favorite things about school. When I enter the music room, I feel more safe and happy than just about anywhere else in the school. All the students in the band respect each other, because we have a mutual love for music and desire to learn more about it. I feel like I belong when i'm with my 'band friends'."
-Danika (flute student)