"The research related to the arts and academic success is often cited as a rationale for their existence in education, but I think our focus on the arts in McFarland has an even greater purpose. We see the arts as an integral part of our local community and humanity - greatly influencing who we are and become - making our students the most human, most complete individuals possible."
- Scott Brown, former Superintendent

Mission Statement

Music is an essential component in the education of the whole person.  Our goal as a music department is to have students cherish the intrinsic rewards of being a part of great music through the development of fundamental knowledge and skills.


McFarland HS Music Department NEW (2019-20) EDUCATIONAL LEARNING OBJECTIVES (GRADING STANDARDS)
Creating       
Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work

Organize and develop artistic ideas and work

Refine and complete artistic work


Performing          
Analyze, interpret, and select artistic work for presentation

Develop and refine artistic work for presentation

Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work


Responding & Connecting       
Perceive and analyze artistic work

Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work

Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work

Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experience to make music

Relate musical ideas and works to varied contexts and daily life to deepen understanding

​Handbook

Concert dates, policies, grading, rubrics and performance information.