Philosophy and Justification WHY MARCHING BAND? Philosophy and Justification
Marching Band and Music Ed In what ways does marching band provide for a valid music education? What might administrators have trouble understanding about Marching Band? Does Marching Band hinder and effective music education in any way? Are there mixed signals being sent?
The Musical Elements Tone? Technique? Musicality and Phrasing? Balance and Blend? Musical discipline/memorization? MARCHING BAND IS AN ENSEMBLE!!!
Social Skills/Support How does Marching Band help students develop socially? What kind of support does a band program need? The band is part of and serves several different communities…
Values of Marching Band Participation Performance opportunities Individual musical development Appreciation of different styles Teamwork Commitment Leadership Time management Goal Setting Band family atmosphere
Values of Marching Band Participation Sense of Belonging Confidence and Self-Esteem Opportunity to experience success and failure Development of people skills Stress management Self-discipline Excellence Motivation Physical Fitness
Beyond the Band and YOU Band - A model for the real world? Who do you want to be? What makes the best successful?
HOMEWORK!!! Outline Musical and Non-Musical Justifications for Marching Band Due: Jan. 23rd