Local Music Program Has P.R.I.D.E.
State budget cuts and a dramatic decrease in enrollment in music programs across the state has the parents and teachers at Hayward High School concerned. In a proactive response to these challenges, the parents, students and teachers involved within the Hayward instrumental program are hosting a fundraising event on February 5th.
Hayward, CA (PRWEB) January 29, 2005 -- Hayward High School instrumental
students take P.R.I.D.E. in their music. P.R.I.D.E. is the group’s creed, which
stands for Personal Responsibility In Delivering Excellence. Students enrolled
in the instrumental program are a tight knit bunch. They practice together on
the field, perform together at school events and at local competitions, and can
often be found socializing together during their free time in the band
room.
State budget cuts and a dramatic decrease in enrollment in music
programs across the state has parents and teachers concerned. In a proactive
response to these challenges, the parents, students and teachers involved within
the Hayward instrumental music program are hosting a fundraising event on
February 5th.
“Our hope is not only to raise much needed funds for the
instrumental music program at Hayward High School” said Music Director, Bryan K.
Holbrook, “but to inspire and encourage up-and-coming musicians to enroll in
available music courses within the district. This event offers a rare
opportunity for our students to personally select and perform pieces in smaller
ensembles rather than performing as part of the band. We’re very excited to
share this showcase with our parents and supporters allowing them to experience
the unique talents of our musicians. Music is a joy to these kids and they want
to share that joy with the community.”
“Playing music at school keeps my
brain flowing,” says one student “it provides me with a creative outlet and has
helped me meet other students who enjoy the same thing.” Another student put it
very simply “I love playing music. It makes me happy.”
For more
information about the Hayward High School Instrumental Music Program and their
fundraising event, Cafe Around the Bay, please visit http://www.geocities.com\band_class\index.html. Information
regarding the decline of enrollment in music programs across the state,
published by the Music For All Foundation, can be found at http://www.music-for-all.org/sos.html in the report “The Sound
Of Silence, The Unprecedented Decline of Music Education in California Public
Schools: A Statistical Review”.
Contact Information:
Bryan K.
Holbrook
Music Director
Hayward High School
1633 East Avenue – Hayward,
CA 94541
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or
Sharon
Turney
Co-President, Hayward High School Band Boosters
1633 East Avenue -
Hayward, CA 94541
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Source : http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/1/prweb202628.htm