Wilson Welcomes Piano And Guitar Labs This school year, the Fine Arts Department of Wilson High School welcomed the addition of a piano and guitar lab. Joshua McKenny, a Wilson alumnus, was tasked with developing a curriculum for the lab. Besides ensuring the students become proficient on their respective instruments, he also decided to focus on musicianship and music production. The lab is equipped with the latest technology. The students are able to use the ProTools program to make their own music projects. Having the ability to be creative allows the students the opportunity for selfexpression. It also promotes a positive learning environment in which the students have the ability to construct impactful musical pieces. Mr. McKenny has noted that his students have collectively grown a tremendous amount this semester. The students are able to read and play music and some now have the ability to play music by ear. It is his desire to have his students perform a concert in the near future. Since music production technology is readily available at the students’ fingertips, Mr. McKenny has plans to expand the music production curriculum. The students will get a chance to experience the many elements needed to produce an entire song. Mr. McKenny has expressed his sincere gratitude in his return to Wilson. He hopes to make a meaningful impact on his students just as the one he received while he was a student. The piano and guitar lab is a creative space in which the students are able to display their creative skills to the highest level.
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