ESMS is one of the only schools in Manitoba to start instrumental music instruction in Grade 5. All students take band in Grade 5 and 6 at ESMS, then students may choose to continue their musical instruction in Grade 7 and beyond.
One of the goals of the ESMS band program is to provide a positive experience that will increase all students'musical appreciation and provide students with a healthy lifelong hobby or possible career.
As in any music program, the process is as important as the product. Learning a musical instrument has many benefits such as improving memory and coordination and improving math and reading comprehension skills. Music exposes students to history and culture, and fosters self-expression. By taking band, students are learning important life skills such as teamwork, cooperation, discipline, responsibility, and social skills.
For more information on the ESMS band program, please visit esmsband.weebly.com.
Please visit our band site here: http://esmsband.weebly.com