Downing Middle School Diamondback Band - Flower Mound, Texas
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Why Choose Band?


How playing an instrument can benefit your brain!

The Case for Music Education


12 Skills Children Learn in Band


​Articles Advocating Music Education

Learning, Arts, and the Brain

Creativity in 21st Century Workforce Preparation

Hearing the Music, Honing the Mind

Voices in the Arts

Opting for Creativity

Music and the Brain

Music Benefits the Brain
Music Matters
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Different Musical Styles

As a band student, you will have the opportunity to play a wide range of musical styles such as classical, rock, pop, jazz, and world music.

Concerts and Competitions

Students will have several opportunities to perform concerts, full band competitions, individual competitions, and fun performances at a variety of locations.

Fun Activities and Field Trips

We  have several fun activities planned for the upcoming school year including, bowling, laser tag, spa activities, a trip to the Spaghetti Warehouse and the Meyerson Symphony Center, paint ball, a trampoline park party, a trip to a Texas Rangers game, and a water park party.

New Technology

Do you like using technology while you learn?  We will be using iPads, iPod touches, and iPhones while learning how to play your instrument.  You will also learn how to play a variety of instruments using your technology.

We Have a lot of Fun!

Each day you will work with your teachers and friends to play music together on your instrument.  You will make many friendships that will last throughout high school.  Come and be a part of the fun.

Learn a Lifelong Skill

Learning to play an instrument is a skill that can last a lifetime.  Be a part of an activity that will give you years of enjoyment.

No Experience Necessary

We start from the beginning.  If you have never played an instrument or don't know how to read music, we will teach you everything you need to know.