To all Music Students, Parents and Guardians,

Greetings from the Woodland Park Middle School band room!  The primary activity in each class I teach is learning how to play band instruments at a superior level of musicianship. I hope that all of my students will learn cooperation and teamwork are essential in order to perform well at the highest levels of music.

During this school year, our students in the band program will have a variety of opportunities  including performing at  concerts, participating in band festivals, and performing at community events. Please plan ahead and mark  your calendar early. Your student’s participation in all rehearsal and performances for their ensemble is very important for the success of the entire group. 

The Woodland Park Middle School Band is known to have an active parent group and your involvement can only help enhance our program. Volunteering in the band program is a great opportunity to remain active in your student’s school life, create a family atmosphere at band events, and possibly make some new friends! 

Learning to play an instrument might be hard for some, but the journey learning something new is very rewarding. The continued health, happiness, and success of the band program as a whole is
due to the hardworking students who strive for excellence, great school and community support, communication and cooperation from parents, and the wonderful staff at Woodland Park Middle School.  Let’s make this year a great one by creating beautiful memories and exciting music.

If you have any questions or would like to help out with our program, please contact me at (760) 290-­‐2455 ext. 3901, or michael.schmidt@smusd.org.

Sincerely,
Michael J. Schmidt
Director of Music