Music is an important part of every student’s education here at MRBS.  As such, music class is offered to students starting in the 5 year old kindergarten program.  As the student continues his education at MRBS, he is introduced to music theory and basic instrument playing with flutophones.  Students choose between band and choir starting in the fourth grade.  For the high school student preparing for college, music and art appreciation classes are offered during the junior or senior year.  Programs are scheduled throughout the year to give students the opportunity to perform, using the talents they master in the music classes.

K5—general music for a ½ hour, once a week, culminating in the year end graduation program.

1st grade—preparation for a fall program, followed by general music for a ½ hour, once a week.

2nd and 3rd grade—preparetion for a fall program, followed by music theory for a ½ hour, once a week.

Students in band and choir prepare for several programs/concerts scheduled throughout the year.

4th -6th grade—choir or band for 45 minutes, twice a week-- 7th-8th grade—choir or band for 45 minutes, alternating with computer class 9th-12th grade—band or choir elective—45 minutes each day the performing group meets.

Opportunities are afforded any student to perform in smaller groups as well, such as solos, duets, small ensembles, or large ensembles.  These groups are prepared under the direction of the music faculty.

Lessons are also available for students.

Piano and string lessons are available, starting in 1st grade.

Band instrumental lessons are available, starting in the 4th grade.

11th or 12th grade—music and art appreciation—classes designed to give an overview of music history and art history and to introduce the students to the areas of music and art, which may be new to most students