"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit"" - Aristotle
Our Philosophy:
Young people should have an education that gives them the opportunity for a wide variety of learning experiences. Music provides a unique avenue to the imaginative and affective aspects of life and their contribution to our cultural heritage. Young people play, sing, move, compose, and listen to music through participation in the music program.
Music is one of the most effective ways to hone 21st Century skills (Communication, Creativity, Collaboration and Critical Thinking). Brain research reveals that making music engages almost 90% of brain capacity. There is no comparable activity that a child can engage in that activates nearly the entire cerebral cortex. Rehearsing and performing music gives students the competitive edge.
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Awards and Recognitions:
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2013 and 2005 NATIONAL GRAMMY SIGNATURE SCHOOL: Since our school's opening in 1997, we have received 7 GRAMMY Gold awards for excellence in music education, and grants totalling over $60,000.
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2011 GRAMMY GOLD SIGNATURE SCHOOL: Awarded by the Grammy Foundation for Exceptional Achievement in Music Education
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2009-2010 KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS: National School of Distinction Award for Outstanding Achievement in Fine Arts Educatiion
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2010 SUDLER FLAG OF HONOR RECIPIENT: An International Award Recognizing High School Concert Bands of Musical Excellence, Administered by the John Philip Sousa Administration