Instrumental Music

Teaching students how to play and make music is the driving force for the Briarcrest Christian School Instrumental Music Department.

Our goal is to inspire, teach, and develop students to excel in music and to prepare them for future success in college and beyond. Developing the musicianship of the individual student is the foundation of our curriculum. The lessons and qualities derived from that work—the self-discipline needed for excellence, the empathy required of music making and the openness and inquisitiveness essential to creativity—are critical to achievement in any pursuit, musical or otherwise, and that music is a powerful catalyst for personal growth, which is central to any educational experience.

“Music can change the world because it can change people.” - Bono

OBJECTIVES

Briarcrest Instrumental Music Program Overview

Mission

The Mission of the Briarcrest Instrumental Music Program is to inspire, train, and develop students to excel in music and to prepare them for future success in college and in any career. Developing the musicianship of students is the foundation of our curriculum. We believe that the lessons and qualities derived from that work—the self-discipline needed for excellence, the empathy required of music making and the openness and inquisitiveness essential to creativity—are critical to achievement in any pursuit, musical or otherwise; and that music is a powerful catalyst for personal growth, which is central to any educational experience.

Vision

With a goal of meeting and exceeding the national standards for music education, our comprehensive curriculum strives to be distinctly contemporary in its approach and embraces the principal musical movements of our culture. Through a course of practical and musical experiences, our curriculum will cover the variety of influential styles, relevant technologies, and college opportunities open to today's high school and middle school student.

Objectives

To define and refine the individual talents of every student by providing a broad array of musical opportunities through various ensemble settings, private lessons, competitions such as “All-West” and “Solo and Ensemble” as well as Marching and Concert Band Festivals.
The foundation for this program will be cultivated on the individual level. Each student has a unique educational and social need. Our aim is meet those needs without exception. Through creative and innovative approaches to music education, our curriculum with address and meet the needs of all students from beginning band to graduation.
Application of what is learned on the individual level will be achieved in ensemble settings. These ensembles/ bands will meet regularly throughout the week during school to rehearse.
Performance outlets would include athletic games, seasonal concerts, national and international concert tours and festivals, individual and small group recitals, and school functions such as pep rallies.