Band & Music Appreciation

Band & Music Appreciation 

 Creswell offers Band as one of the eight arts conservatory classes students can take. While in Band students will learn how to play their instrument, proper care, how to read music, and how to work together to create music. 

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Dylan Wilson, Band and Music Appreciation Teacher

Mr. Wilson, a Grammy Award winner, and alumnus of Tennessee State University, ismr wilson dedicated to fostering musical talent and personal growth in his students. As a former member of the prestigious Aristocrat of Bands, he brings a wealth of experience and passion to the classroom. He is the band and music appreciation teacher at Crewell. Mr. Wilson is a member of Kappa Kappa Psi National Band Fraternity Inc, Pi Kappa Lambda Music Honor Society, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia of America Inc. As a music educator, he seeks to push his students to their highest potential. Students gain a wide range of skills such as: musicianship, leadership, discipline, collaboration, accountability, and responsibility. In the band conservatory students learn note/rhythm reading, music literacy, instrument care, ensemble/audience etiquette, and how to play an instrument at a high level and grow as lifelong appreciators of music.

Band students are exposed to a wide variety of music cultures and styles. Under Mr. Wilson's guidance, students explore/perform a diverse range of musical styles such as: Hip-hop, R&B, Rock, Spirituals, Jazz, and Classical literature. Students explore cultural influences such as: American, Japanese, Spanish, Russian, Puerto Rican, Irish and African. Band members have numerous opportunities to perform, whether as part of a full ensemble, solos, duets, or trios. Mr. Wilson has proudly led students to participate in the MNPS Honor Band for two consecutive years. Learning an instrument not only provides a creative outlet but also enhances skills that are valuable for college scholarships and personal expression. Mr. Wilson aims to instill life lessons that help students become independent musicians and responsible members of society. The band conservatory seeks dedicated and hardworking scholars who are eager to grow. Mr. Wilson would love for you to be a part of this enriching musical journey!