Music Comes To The San Diego Schools
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Music Returns to San Diego Schools
Summary
In the past decade, music programs have been cut from schools nationwide, including those in San Diego. Budget constraints often lead to the arts being the first to suffer. However, Frank Glasson and the Presidio Brass are revitalizing music education in San Diego schools.
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Reviving Music in San Diego Schools
Music programs have been disappearing from schools across the country over the past ten years. San Diego schools have faced similar challenges, often replacing music with state or federally mandated curricula due to budget constraints. Unfortunately, the arts have taken the hardest hit.
Frank Glasson, a professional trumpet player and president of Local 325 of the American Federation of Musicians, is working to change this. Alongside the Presidio Brass, a distinguished brass quintet, he is spearheading efforts to bring music back to San Diego schools. Glasson, who has performed with the San Diego Chamber Orchestra, the San Diego Opera, and Westwind Brass, as well as internationally, is passionate about this cause.
Recognizing the diminishing presence of music in schools, Glasson sought to counteract the overwhelming influence of television, movies, computers, and digital music on today's youth. He joined forces with Presidio Brass members Ray Nowak, Mike McCoy, Sean Reusch, and Scott Sutherland?"talented musicians playing the trumpet, French horn, trombone, and tuba.
Under the umbrella of the nonprofit San Dieguito Performing Arts Association, Presidio Brass launched the Musicate the Mind program. This initiative addresses the void left by the absence of music in schools. With the help of Glasson's wife, Robyn, who coordinates events and contracts, they offer tailored programs to meet the various educational and outreach needs of different grade levels.
Glasson and his ensemble aim to build lasting relationships with students, fostering an appreciation for live music that will inspire future generations to support live instrumental performances. They plan to conduct 200 programs annually throughout Southern California.
Programs for Different Age Groups
For kindergarten to fifth grade, Presidio Brass introduces the brass family of instruments, discussing their history and development in an engaging manner. They also teach basic musical concepts in a fun and interactive way.
For fourth and fifth graders, the ensemble integrates music with core subjects like language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science, using music as an educational tool.
For middle and high school students, the Residency-for-a-Day program offers exposure to brass quintet performances, with the goal of inspiring students to explore and cultivate their own musical talents. This program also provides valuable encouragement and guidance for those already learning instruments.
In high schools, Presidio Brass delivers master classes and concerts for school orchestras and bands, enhancing students' musical education.
While Frank Glasson and the Presidio Brass work with other districts, San Diego schools and their students are poised to benefit significantly from this innovative outreach program.
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