Welcome Back to Band!
It’s a great time for your child to participate in the band!
What will your child learn?
Students be in both Band and Chorus, or both Orchestra and Chorus, but they cannot enroll in both Band and Orchestra
Questions? Email GCES Band Teacher - Dr. Burbank [email protected]
How can I help ensure that music is supported in Howard County Public Schools?
HCPSM (Howard County Parents for School Music) is the best way to support the incredible music programs in Howard County K-12! Please consider becoming an advocate and representative for GCES through the HCPSM website.
Grading Policy
Standard and Description: Weight:
Mus s1: Creativity & Composition 10%
Mus s2: Musicianship 20%
Mus s3: Applied Skills & Technical Development 50%
Mus s4: Procedures & Practices Reflected in Learning Behaviors
Mus s5: Reflection 20%
- Learn to play an instrument that's just right for you
- Engage live and build relationships with peers and teachers in a small group setting
- Two 30-minute classes a week
- Build a healthy, productive, and fun routine
- Emotional, social, and kinesthetic benefits
What will your child learn?
- Creativity and Expression
- Problem Solving Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Responsibility
- Performance and Presentation
- Time Management
- Many Styles of Music
- Fine Motor Skills
- Intrinsic Motivation and Confidence
- Cultural Awareness
- Attention to Detail and Precision
- And so much more!
Students be in both Band and Chorus, or both Orchestra and Chorus, but they cannot enroll in both Band and Orchestra
Questions? Email GCES Band Teacher - Dr. Burbank [email protected]
How can I help ensure that music is supported in Howard County Public Schools?
HCPSM (Howard County Parents for School Music) is the best way to support the incredible music programs in Howard County K-12! Please consider becoming an advocate and representative for GCES through the HCPSM website.
Grading Policy
Standard and Description: Weight:
Mus s1: Creativity & Composition 10%
Mus s2: Musicianship 20%
Mus s3: Applied Skills & Technical Development 50%
Mus s4: Procedures & Practices Reflected in Learning Behaviors
Mus s5: Reflection 20%