Home
Newsletter
Calendar
Links
Showcase
Band Photos
Smyrna Elementary School
Curriculum

 

 

Mr. Pettit's Band Website

Downeast Bands

June 2008  Newsletter

 

 

 

Please check out the calendar page for upcoming band events. The page will be updated as information becomes available. Check back often to see what we're up to.  

The success of our band program depends upon individual contributions from each and every student. It is absolutely vital that each student practices at home at least 100 minutes weekly (20 minutes each weekday evening). Practice is best achieved in short sessions spread out throughout the week rather than all at one time the night before a test. There is no substitute for regular practice outside of the classroom in assuring a successful and productive band program. The next time your student comes home without their instrument, ask why and see to it that they bring their instrument home daily. We are both partners in a quality music education for your student.   

In conclusion, please feel free to contact your band director at any time if you have questions or concerns about your student’s progress. Our number one goal is to provide a quality music education for your student. Thank you for your support of our band program!