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The music program is based on the premise that the key to enjoying and understanding music lies in the ability to listen. Thus the program is designed with a view to developing students' auditory abilities. Students spend the majority of their class time making music. Once a week, all first through eighth graders join together in a spirit-building all-school sing. All students perform in a holiday concert in December and an end-of-the-year concert. In addition, some grades participate in operettas and other musical stage productions. In making music together the students develop a love of music and a respect for each other, stressing the need for cooperation rather than competition. Additionally, the music program includes the teaching of all aspects of music: performing, theory, history, and listening to selections of music of various styles. Field trips to concerts and opera performances are an integral part of the curriculum. |
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