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I'm in the Band!

Have you ever wondered why joining a band is important? It’s not just about becoming smarter. A band is a welcoming community where everyone can learn the language of music. It’s a place to develop new skills and express yourself through an instrument. In the band, you create music that can be beautiful, sad, fun, or crazy, and you get to share it with others, sparking new ideas.

Whether you’re marching in a parade, playing in a concert, or performing a solo for your grandparents, being in a band lets you communicate your emotions. It’s a team effort where everyone works together to create beauty and art. Being in a band gives you a sense of belonging to something amazing. It’s a place to make lifelong friends, travel, embark on wild adventures, and create incredible memories.

Ben Hoshko

Ben Hoshko began his musical journey in elementary school where he fell in love with playing the saxophone. Upon receiving his college degree in saxophone performance, he joined the US Army and has served as a saxophonist for over 20 years. Ben is a member of the 35th Infantry Division Band of the Kansas National Guard, and an independent contractor for Varsity Tutors where he helps students throughout the US with AP History. He lives with his family in Kansas where he takes care of his orchard.

Austin Macauley Publishers