1. Welcome to Music at Roxbury Elementary

2. Why study music? äResearch proves that music can improve math, science and language skills and increase spatial I.Q. äResearch proves that music can help students be more successful on standardized tests. äMusic teaches students to think creatively and problem solve. äMusic enhances teamwork skills and self discipline.

4. Did you know? äMusic is designated a core academic subject in the “No Child Left Behind Act of 2002”, Title IX, Part a, Sec.9101 (11).

6. Why study music? äMusic develops connections in the brain. Music activities require the coordinated effort of several parts of the brain at once. äMusic teaches students the value of sustained effort through rehearsals and practicing to achieve excellence and the concrete rewards of hard work through performance.

8. What are the Ohio Music Standards? äHistorical, Cultural and Social Contexts äCreative Expression and Communication äAnalyzing and Responding äValuing Music and Reflection äConnections, Relationships and Applications

10. In music we sing alone and with others..

11. In music we play instruments..

12. In music we improvise rhythms..

13. In music we compose melodies..

14. In music we listen to music..

15. In music we read & notate music..

16. In music we make connections between music and other subjects..

17. In music we relate music to history and culture..

18. Why Music? Music is simply among humanity’s most valuable inventions. As an art form, its power to thrill, inspire and move is unmatched. It is the score to our history and heritage and a key to our cultural awareness. Please support music education in the Solon Schools!