The Mesa Public Schools Music Department MISSION STATEMENT:
Our mission is to provide opportunities for all students
to develop their potential for musical understanding and expression through exploration,
experimentation, exposure and enrichment.
For those of you that do not know me, allow me to introduce myself! My name is Paul
Anderson. I am so glad I have this opportunity to teach your child the
never-ending wonders of music. I received my BA in Music Education from Wichita State
University and my Masters Degree in Business from the University of Phoenix. My main
instrument is percussion/drums. My experiences in the music industry are very extensive. I
have recorded and performed with many acts in all styles of music ranging from jazz,
country, classical, Latin and pop. I believe that all of my experiences and teaching
styles help a great deal in making music a fun and enjoyable experience for all the ages.
STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
Music as an art must be viewed within the context of all of the arts; and all of the arts must be viewed within the context of the actualization of potential. The central role of the arts is creativity—the ability to explore possibilities and arrive at a different combination to produce something new. Music and children are natural companions. The essential gift of music, the outlet given for the opportunity to find out something new and fresh for each child is truly exciting!
MAJOR GOALS
To provide every child with the essential ingredients of the musical experience in an environment which consistently promotes growth in, valuing of, and identification with music as a meaningful part of the child’s education.
To provide basic and regular learning experiences with music from which each child can pursue his or her own interests and talents as appropriate.
To provide a rich and varied set of musical experiences which represent the cultures of the world.
To enable every child to discover the relationship of music to the other arts and disciplines.
To provide useful, valid and meaningful links between music and life.
Listens to and follows directions Enjoys learning about the exploration of music Works under control and in his or her own space Is respectful and polite to all members of the class Grades for Early Kindergarten & Kindergarten students S = Uses skills effectively P = Making Progress N = Needs more time and help Grades for 1st through 6th grades O = Outstanding S = Satisfactory N = Needs improvement
