Welcome to the Music Department Website!

This site contains a wealth of information regarding the
Warwick Valley Central School District Music Program. Please click on the links to the right to find out more and check the calendar for upcoming concerts
and events.

Music is constantly being made in every building throughout the District. Many thanks to the District administration,
the school board and the Warwick community for understanding
and supporting the role that music plays in every child's education.

Warwick Valley High School has been selected as a semifinalist for a 2012 GRAMMY Signature School award! Click here for more information.

Why Music?

Participating in a musical ensemble is more than learning to play an instrument
or sing a song. It helps to build self-confidence, self-worth, and pride in one’s
accomplishments. Being a member of the music department helps prepare our
students to beproductive members of the workforce and society. Studies have
shown that students whoparticipate in music score higher on standardized tests.
Through regimented practice,students learn good study and working habits.
Through rehearsal and concerts, students learn the values of teamwork and the
importance of contributing their best to further the accomplishments of the group.

Reasons to Support the Arts

1. The arts develop higher-order thinking skills.

2. The arts can increase cooperation, tolerance of diverse values and viewpoints,
and understanding of cultures past and present.

3. The arts engage a variety of learning styles and offer all children avenues for
academic success, includingchildren with disabilities and limited English proficiency.

4. The arts contribute to tourism.

5. The arts assist in developing public images in the corporate world.

6. The arts in the schools and communities can attract new businesses to the area.