Unanticipated and lasting character changes resulted from my performing with the Wissahickon Marching Unit. Humility and coping with failure were commonplace lessons in my first year, as I joined amidst a “rebuilding” season with rookies comprising more than two-thirds of the band. Though frustrating considering the quantity of time I had committed with little external validation, the end result was resilience, an unwavering dedication, and greater patience.
There are judges who judge the music, marching, your ability to do both march and play and the capability of the band to perform their
One article says that being in a band elective is very good for learning about competitiveness, whether that competition is in marching band where they are competing against other schools, or if it’s a solo audition (Krache). This helps students prepare for the future where they have to compete for something like a job, a raise, etc. Another way that they are beneficial for students’ futures is that students create tight bonds with their peers and learn how to be serious about something but also have fun while doing it (Krache). This helps students in the future when they need to be able to get along with their co-workers while also being professional. Finally, music electives help students prepare for the future because it helps them learn about how important it is to follow through with their commitments (Krache).
Music is more than that it’s something beautiful produced based on the musicians. For example when we play in class when you feel the emotion and the feeling of playing it’s just so wonderful. Music is the way kids and people show their emotions although even on a bad day we try to play well because we do not want to be the big mess up in class. Music to me is the beginning of my passion. As students, we engage in learning through a more interactive and exciting learning experience.
Band allows for me to relax and release myself, my emotions, and suchlike into an art form that I get to share with my band. Life wouldn’t be life without band. I personally dislike when we mistreat each other, but that’s what happens in families and we come together in the
Besides being an opportunity to better myself musically, it taught me a lot of lessons and skills that I still use to this day. Most importantly, I learned how to set and achieve personal goals. Oftentimes I would be presented with a goal and it was up to me to practice and prepare on my own with little to no guidance from my teachers. This was probably the most valuable lesson I learned from band. I tend to see myself as a generally level-headed individual with a good work ethic.
Being in the marching band since I was in 8th grade, it comes out to be about 1,310 hours I’ve spent in marching band, not including time I’ve used during school. I had the privilege to be a Captain for two years to the front ensemble, one of the biggest sections in the band. This has helped me become more responsible for myself and those who rely on me, as well as more welcoming to others.
Despite not being a music major, continuing to perform has been a top priority for me. I love working hard to master a solo, the final pages of drill for a marching band show, or even the difficult task of playing the piccolo consistently in tune. I have applied for opportunities that will both challenge me and give me an extra chance to perform more music each year such as through the Michigan Intercollegiate Honors Band or Psi’s NCD Intercollegiate Band. While classes and other extracurriculars certainly keep me busy, band has always been an activity I can count on to be a fun, creative outlet that I can enjoy with friends. I was lucky to come from a strong high school band program – our district valued the music programs and the community
Marching band is one of the most underrated sports, but is also one of the greatest due to the physical and mental strength required to to be successful at it. Instead of making this essay all about why I should be a section leader of next years Alto Saxophones, I have decided to write about why a specific team of saxes should be next years section leaders. After watching the huge change in the flute section this year with three section leaders, I asked myself, if the flutes could do it, then why can’t we? The section has pretty much accepted that Kristina will be a section leader as long as she applies. A majority of us have no problem with that because she deserves it.
I've been playing piano since 3rd grade and alto saxophone since 5th. I wasn't sure about being in band when I was younger because I thought that it would take too much of my study time and I just wasn't ready. I joined the following year and I worked hard to start from Beginner Band and now I’m in Symphonic Band 1. Band has taught me a lot of things like teamwork, how to responsible for my instrument, it helped me to learn how to manage my time and really showed me what it meant to be part of a team.
As a nervous freshman about to embark on my high school journey, I had the choice to end my band career. Despite not knowing at all what to expect, I decided to pursue the fine arts into
This has given me many skills including creativity and confidence to perform under observation of a large audience. It has taught me how to manage a group of people, which can be especially difficult when they are young due to the diverse nature of personalities and abilities. It has given me the chance to develop some skills in teaching and mentoring both adults and young people. Playing in the band has also helped me with my team working skills; when helping in the junior band, I have the opportunity to work with others and work together to help the learners to get as much as they can from each weekly session. I also play 2nd trombone in the senior band; the band would not be able to operate without good teamwork skills, especially since we practise twice a week; this demonstrates my commitment and perseverance to new challenges.
At a young age, I constantly wanted to express myself through music. I always found a way to incorporate music into my daily life, whether it be by blasting my favorite music, creating my own funky songs, or even having the opportunity to participate in my elementary school choir. My love for music actually took flight after I had decided to join my elementary school choir, however, in my opinion, it is not the most transformative moment in my life. After elementary
Since then, I have learned many new instruments such as the guitar, saxophone, the bass, drums, and the trumpet. Music is just something that comes naturally to me and on every Christmas, i make it a point to get something music related even though i 'm pretty sure my mom is getting sick of it. I grew up with music and it grew up with me which is shown through the many musical phases that i had. I had an Eminem phase, Punk-Rock phase, Alternative phase and many more (well,except country because, lets face it, country music is pretty bad). Simply put, as i gradually became the person i am today, music has reflected my character better than any other.
Many high school students struggle with time management and self-discipline, but there is a way to help them learn these attributes—band. In general, music can help people learn and function easier; it can be—and quite often is—used in therapy. Music helps people focus easier, and it can improve their mood. Band, specifically, can help students with many aspects of life; it can keep students healthier, and teach students valuable life lessons. Participating in band—marching band or otherwise—teaches discipline and punctuality.
