It allows students of any background to participate and take their performing to the highest levels of musicianship. “Opportunity for everyone” has been the philosophical backbone of 马克斯 since its inception.
Xaverian的音乐 had very humble beginnings. It started in 1994 with 24 student musicians and one performing group. Now it boasts a student body of 800+ students with 24 different performing ensembles. The groups range from the youngest performers to groups who play some of the most challenging repertoire in each ensemble.
Xaverian的音乐 develops skills such as discipline, 听, 合作, 承诺, 领导, 奉献, and perseverance in a structured approach that will challenge students to reach their highest potential. Students obtain knowledge that they will be able to use for the rest of their lives in whatever careers they may choose. 一项由美国农业部进行的研究表明.S. Department of Education using data on more than 25,000 secondary school students found that students who report consistent high levels of involvement in instrumental music over the middle and high school years show significantly higher levels of mathematics proficiency by grade 12. Students who have participated in the 音乐 Program have typically been at the top of their class academically. 事实上, many of the students involved in the 马克斯 program have received music scholarships to the colleges of their choice, even though they may not be studying music full time. There is also a strong correlation between a student’s involvement in music education and strong standardized test scores.