ENSEMBLES
Click the main headings below
​for information about each program.
​BAND
Wind Ensemble
Symphonic Winds
Symphonic Band
Percussion Ensemble

CHOIR
Chamber Choir
Concert Choir
Valhalla Voices
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​ORCHESTRA
Chamber Orchestra
String Orchestra
String Ensemble
Symphony Orchestra

​JAZZ
Jazz Ensemble
Jazz Combo

MARCHING UNIT
Color Guard
Dance Team
Honor Guard
Mt. Hebron Music
The Department of Music has a long history of musical excellence and artistry since the school opened in 1964.  The department serves over 500 students through both performance-based and non-performance-based classes.  Included in the curriculum are 3 concert bands, percussion ensemble, jazz ensemble, jazz combo, 2 choirs, and 2 orchestras, as well as classes in piano, guitar, music theory, and music technology.  In addition to the curricular classes, various co-curricular ensembles and musical experiences are offered.

The Music Program provides a performance-based curriculum for ALL learners, focusing on the development of expressive and artistic musical experiences through student driven work.  It is important to note that we will not merely be playing instruments, but rather learning the language of music through performance.  As such, a significant portion of your work in this course will be devoted to refining your performance skills, increasing your ability to read music, and exploring what it means to be an all-encompassing musician.
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The Music Program is guided by a commitment to professional performance standards.  Its atmosphere challenges students to realize their full potential and provides musical and intellectual stimulation to foster growth.  The Music Program works towards this ideal through emphasis on musical performance and pride of accomplishment.  Excellence is achieved by maintaining performance standards and challenging every individual to their full potential.
​Vision & Mission
The VISION & MISSION of the Mt. Hebron Department of Music is to present a comprehensive music program that challenges students to reach their full potential, become knowledgeable and appreciative musicians, and contribute as positive members of society, while performing at the highest level of musical excellence.  In all of these endeavors, we will strive to embrace the inherent joy of making music together.
MUSIC CLASSES
​​GUITAR
PIANO
MUSIC THEORY
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
​Building A Strong Music Program
​In music, as in many aspects of life, we can always improve.  Improvement requires CHANGE!.  No matter how “good” you are, you can always improve.  Change, though not always comfortable, is an exciting opportunity and pathway to continuous growth and learning.  Our primary objective is to awake and nurture within every student an appreciation for music, both as a performer and as a listener.

To accomplish this, music will be taught via performance in order to develop:
  • the ability to perform on a musical instrument​
  • musical skills, both technical and expressive
  • an understanding of the fundamental building blocks of music and musical performance
  • the ability to self-assess in an effort to foster musical growth
  • an increased appreciation and understanding of quality in all types of music and its performance
  • a sensitivity to and understanding of the basic elements of music
  • a deeper understanding and appreciation of music and how it affects the world around us
  • young men and women into literate, life-long consumers of music and responsible young adults​

Building a strong music program requires the following from its members and the community:
  • an understanding that band is a commitment of time, money, energy and emotion, which will help students develop a sense of responsibility, time management, and perseverance (attendance, discipline, preparation and unity will be daily expectations).
  • the ability to commit to a daily and diligent practice routine at home and in school. Practicing is not optional!
  • the generosity and kindness of parents to willingly serve as volunteers.
  • the support of the community to recognize the amazing impact music has on educating the whole child, while fostering a sense of pride and unity.
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REMEMBER:  This is your experience!!   The ideas, comments, and concerns of our members and their families enable us to continually improve the program to ensure the greatest possible experience for everyone.  If you have a question... Ask!