• are comprised of almost a quarter of the student population of our school--about 200 students!

• have three different levels of instruction in five full periods of classes.

• use online software (SmartMusic) to monitor effort and ability, encourage individual practice and give feedback on student progress.

• regularly receive the highest ratings at their annual festival competitions.

• perform in the community for our local elementary schools and memory-care facility.

• as musicians, are some of the highest academic achievers in the school.

• travel biennially to perform in San Francisco and take in the sights of the beautiful Bay Area.

AOMS Band Goals

• To provide an environment that develops creativity, self-expression, self-confidence and personal discipline.

• To develop an appreciation of music and an understanding of music fundamentals by becoming skilled in playing a musical instrument.

• To promote a positive self-image and feeling of self-worth through individual accomplishment and group success.

• To develop self-discipline, organizational skills, responsibility and the ability to cooperate with others.