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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The parents are fanatical and the band director is a tyrant, FYI.[/quote]

This can and will be said about every outstanding band program. My HS Director WAS a tyrant and yes, some of the parents were fanatical. Oh well. We went to the state competition almost every year, marched in Inaugural parades twice, Rose Bowl, etc, etc. I'm 49 and we had a band reunion five years ago. I am still in touch with many, many of my bandmates and still have my instrument.

Band taught me a lot about perseverance, things worth working hard for, a work ethic geared towards excellence, and leadership. It was a great teenage experience and has served me well in college, the courtroom and now as a member of the intel community. Let your kids be challenged and grow up a little.[/quote]

Many academic and athletic activities also teach perseverance, hard work, etc. Just wanted to get your opinion if you think band is unique in any way in teaching these things. We are considering band but conflicting with another activity. DD likes both and conflicted on what to choose. [/quote]

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