WHO ARE WE?

Clover Band!

The Clover High School Band Program, initiated in 1949 by George "Matt" Wingard, is an award-winning, championship program made up of:
The Pride of Clover Marching Band, 2 Concert Bands, Indoor Drum Line, and 2 Winter Guards 
The band program is directed by Mr. Joe Gulledge.

• Since 1952, the band has received consistent superior and excellent ratings.
  
• Since 1982, the band has been a top ranked finisher in the state competitions, finishing first in state in 1982 and 2007.

Clover High School Bands
Philosophy, Mission and Objectives

Philosophy
At Clover High School, we strongly believe that music has the ability to enrich every person’s life in powerful and unique ways.  Our primary goal is to foster the development of a life-long relationship with music in every student.  Whether our students go on to be professional musicians, lawyers who play in a community band one night a week, or simply fans of music, our goal is for them to have a love and appreciation of music and the discipline of music-making. We also aim to develop students’ intrapersonal and interpersonal skills. Teamwork is a requirement for all facets of the band program.   Each individual in the ensemble plays a vital role in the quality of the whole.   We are in the business, however, of developing a life-long relationship with music in every student.   Along the way we will also be providing and encouraging positive personal growth and interactions growth through the unique medium of music. The road towards these goals is very challenging, yet extremely rewarding.  Only through positive effort on the part of everybody involved in the program can true excellence be achieved.
 
Mission
The Clover High School Band program endeavors to provide quality music education for all students.  We aspire to increase confidence, self-discipline, organization, and individual performance as we hold ourselves accountable to rise above the expected while cultivating a positive environment that fosters a love of Music.  This serves as the foundation for life long learning, enjoyment, enrichment, creativity, and performance while promoting self, and community.  
 
Objectives of the Band Program
To teach music by its actual performance
To develop performance skills of the various wind and percussion instruments
To provide for the musical needs of the school and the community
To develop discrimination with the regards to the selection of music
To acquaint the students with Music Theory / History and how history and musical composition relate to students’ current life and musical experiences
To provide all students with the opportunity for worthy use of their time, a means for self expression, and a healthy social experience
To develop the ability to function as a responsible member of a group, enhance interaction, and develop