Essay On Uncg Honor Band

When I was an eighth grader in middle school, I joined IUSD Middle School Honor Orchestra. I played the viola in this orchestra and I was eighth chair violist out of sixteen violists. Many of my friends joined this orchestra and we had a lot of fun. I played different pieces of music with everyone in the orchestra and I learned many new things. Playing music pieces with different people that play different instruments have taught me a lot, and I learned that it is always important to work as a team. Joining this orchestra has given me the better understanding of music and teamwork. After the concert of this orchestra, we had a field trip to California Adventure and I performed there with the group of the first time.This is one of the best experience

All of this contributed to me joining the marching band, beginning in eighth grade, which has taken over my life now, in the best way possible and given me a defined place. It’s nice to be a part of something like

As with most kids, I was a bit nervous about my transition from middle school to high school. One advantage I had was that I participated in band in middle school and planned to be in the band in high school. The Round Rock High School band has a history of excellence and I was looking forward to being a part of that organization. This was an extraordinary time and I looked forward to being a part of the band with great anticipation. Being a part of an organization such as this makes the transition to high school seem much easier and it seemed I had a ready-made group of friends that I could rely on and ask questions of if necessary. After all, the Round Rock High School Band has over 300 members.

Lastly, being in band has made a great impact in my life because, I love it, I love music, and I enjoy being in something bigger than myself. I love the feel when each individual comes together to be part of something bigger than oneself. My main example would be marching band, due to all the individuals that it takes to make an entire show. Over two hundred and fifty individuals are asked to do various of tasks but at the end it is all worth it because, after every show or performance each individual will put all they have onto that field. Not only do I enjoy being in something bigger than myself but I also have a passion for music. Ever since I was little I was always interested in music and I wanted to play an instrument so when I got into

Since the six grade I always wanted to travel to Chicago for band. So I joined a band I had an extremely fun Time. I got to seventh grade and I was in concert band and if I wanted to perform in Chicago I had to make the symphonic band by eighth-grade. I practice so much in seventh grade that eighth-grade came around I was the second chair in the symphonic band tuba section. I made it through almost all of eighth grade year and made a lot of memories but, I still had one more to go, Chicago.

I feel I deserve a scholarship to the UWGB band camp because I am always trying to improve my music. To improve my music, I like playing out of music books outside of school so i can play many different types of music. I also like challenging myself to try new music and do things that i thought that i could never do. A big challenge for me was learning the World's Largest pep band music. It was a lot of fun practicing and playing high school level music. I loved playing in the pep band. Going off of that, i plan to stick with band for a long time. My sister does lots of band activities and they look so much fun. Seeing how much fun it is makes me want to take all of the musical opportunities that i can get. Also, i work hard for my lesson grades.I

To me JSU honor band is like no other thing I have ever seen. The most amazement I have ever had in a true feeling is, seeing that people from other bands from all over the state can come together to make something great. Six of my seven times going there was because of my brother. That was nothing fun as all I could do was sit in a nasty dorm room. Then finally, Saturday rolls around. Saturday you get to hear all the bands and all the work in just three days. My favorite time was me getting to go as a seventh grader.

Despite enjoying music, Mr. House did not join the band when he first came to campus. He and his girlfriend felt that the Georgia Tech band program was not up to their standards, and Mr. House’s high school band teacher had attended Jacksonville State University (JSU) with Georgia Tech band director, Bucky Johnson, before he transferred or “quit” to the University of Georgia (UGA). In the time that Bucky was in charge he brought the band a very long way. The first year they went to all the football games and realized that they missed being a part of the band. The fall of his sophomore year Mr. House joined the band.

As stated earlier, the mission statement of the US department of education is, “to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.” We who believe that honors band courses give a student an unfair advantage over fellow classmates find that most band courses do not ensure equal access. With most honors courses valuing the policy of open enrollment, why should an exception be made for classes that are audition only. Which, last time I checked, the terms “open enrollment” and “audition only” are not synonymous. It has also been proven that honors band courses are nowhere near as rigorous as other honors courses. The homework burden for honors band being a mere

This past semester I was chosen to be the Drum Major of the marching band. Drum Major is the highest student position possible, and it is the position that requires the most responsibility and commitment. This was my biggest challenge, and I took the opportunity to not only gain more leadership experience, but also to lead the marching band to another successful competition season.

Band is the best experience I had in my high school career. I remember the exact day when I made the Rummel/Chapelle Band. I was feeling so nervous for my audition because I did not know if I was going to make the band. I went for my audition in the director's office and played for them. I played two scales and one piece of music for them to judge me on. I came out of the office feeling relived because the audition was over, and I played wonderful. The director came out with me and told me and my parents that I had successful made the Rummel/Chapelle Band. I was so happy to start this new journey in my life. The very first thing in band is marching season. Marching season in one that is very fun and also very tiring.

I was a freshman, eager to participate in my first ever high school district honor band. I was surprised that I had even been admitted, given that the audition was a demanding piece, commanding the skills of only the most adept of players. Sitting down in the last chair at the end of the row, I watched as the lead trumpet players

Band has a unique place in my heart. After spending many years growing and learning how to play, EHHS Band has allowed me to meet others with similar interests. With one of the largest marching bands, it is impossible to not make any friends. I am really thankful for the experiences and the opportunities band has been offered to me.

My love of music has lead me to pursue my goals at Northwestern. I have been in the Block High School Band for six years. In those six years I have grown to to expect excellence in myself and those I work with. Over those years when our band would come into contact with one of the leaders from Northwestern's Band we would get high praise from them and well thought out constructive criticism. This feedback led me to respect the leaders of the music department and do some research on the best music departments in the state. Northwestern always

Through Butler Community College, I am involved in the concert band and pep band as a first chair clarinet. Since fifth grade, I have been a part of different band programs and I absolutely loved it. Performing at the collegiate level is a dream come true. Not only are the concerts enjoyable, having the chance to play at community and campus events as well as football and basketball games has allowed me to experience a new perspective of student life as well as the