As we listen to music it affects each one of us
differently. The band leader hears the
music up close with a trained ear. The
clarinet player hears the whole band, but hears those closest to him clearer. The percussion players hear the music, but
may actually feel the beat to a greater degree that those around them. While some say the audience members have the
ultimate experience enjoying the music.
This past week the Columbia Central Jr – Sr band concert was
held in the auditorium. The band members
were all students who put in an amazing amount of effort learning and
perfecting each piece of music. Not only
do they play in the band, many of the musicians also take Advanced Placement
courses, which focus on college level curriculum for high school students. These students must not only put a great deal
of time and effort into their music, but complete hours of homework and research
to be successful in the Advanced Placement course.
Other students who play in the band compete in
athletics. Combining music and athletics
is challenging even for the best of students.
These student musicians must put in hours and hours afterschool
practicing their sport, go home do their homework, then practice their
music. These students are incredibly
dedicated to giving their best in music, academics and athletics.
Students who are band members who enjoy athletics and
academics value the benefits of music, along with many in the community. Columbia School District values music
education for our students. Leading up
to band in the high school, even elementary students have the opportunity to enjoy
music class. Students in kindergarten
through sixth grade participate in general music, which includes vocal and
instrumental music. Our sixth grade
students may choose to enjoy beginning band.
Once students enter seventh grade, there is junior high band and
choir. Our senior high school students
may play in the band and enjoy choir class.
In addition, marching band includes after school practices and many
students sing in our musicals.
The strong music program at Columbia has lasting benefits
for our students including making memories, and new friends. Not only is it rewarding to have a great
music program, studies have shown that music reduces stress, increases happiness
and improves health. If you are
interested in coming and enjoying our music performances, stay tuned to the
Columbia School District calendar on our home page at myeagles.org. If you have questions about your child
attending Columbia and participating in music or other programs, email me at pamela.campbell@myeagles.org or
call 5175926641.
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