Region 15 Music Department

Philosophy

Music is an integral part of human history, and, is essential to the well-rounded education of all children. The ability to create, perform and respond to music emotionally and intellectually has an important humanizing influence. Music knowledge and performance will increase critical thinking skills, concentration, self-discipline, self-expression and self-esteem and as a result, research has consistently shown that students who study music perform better in their academics. The adult life of every student is enriched by the skills, knowledge, and habits acquired in the study of music. Through the study of music, students build positive personal relationships with others, preparing them to live and work in a culturally diverse society.

Goals

Upon graduating from the Region 15 Public Schools, students will have experienced a broad, well-balanced music education. They should be able to demonstrate skills and knowledge in each of the National Standards for Music:

Singing, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music

Performing on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music

Improvising melodies, variations, and accompaniments

Composing and arranging music within specified guidelines

Reading and notating music

Listening to, analyzing, and describing music

Evaluating music and music performances

Understanding relationships between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts

Understanding music in relation to history and culture