In the latest episode of On Point, Head of School Mark McKee sits down with Music Department Chair Kristin Herkstroeter and instrumental music teachers Kim Gonzalez and Greg Zilboorg. Fresh from last week’s Fifth through Twelfth Grade Strings Concert and preparing for the upcoming Sixth through Twelfth Grade Band Concert on March 18, they discuss the role of music education in shaping students’ TK-12 experience.
From curriculum to pedagogy, they explore how music at Viewpoint is more than performance—it’s an essential part of learning! Hear their insights on how music builds skills, fosters creativity, and enriches the student experience at every grade level.