Why can pianos not be added to our bands, and why is music credit not extended for students who play piano?
The district’s music program has traditionally and philosophically been designed for those instruments that are a regular part of a school’s ensemble, and which have a “single voice” such that when combined, contribute to a group ensemble experience. Traditionally, piano has not been one of those instruments, with the exception being as part of a jazz ensemble. Students who play piano in jazz ensembles do receive credit for their musical participation.
