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Band in Memphis City Schools
In the Memphis City Schools, band begins in the sixth grade after students have completed an extensive Orff music training program at the elementary school level. Students are offered a middle school performing band experience to include concert band, jazz band, and in some cases an introductory marching experience. The high school band experience includes several levels of concert band, jazz band, and athletic and marching bands which perform at school sports events. The curriculum is in line with national standards and addresses all facets of instrumental performance and performance preparation. The performance experience includes assessment in all venues by participation in regional adjudicated festivals.
The Memphis City Schools’ band experience is supported by equipment and supplies funded by the district, as well as the district’s own music education and repair maintenance department. Of the many award winning band programs, some have performed in national venues such as the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and regional MENC and The Tennessee Music Educators Conference.
