INTERMEDIATE ORCHESTRA   (923815) 
Level 1
Level 1 - String Ensemble; Level 2 - Concert Orchestra
Level determined by required audition.
Grades:  9, 10, 11, 12                                          Credit:  one
Prerequisite:  Attainment of beginning level skills and permission of instructor.

The course offers instruction in the development of intermediate and advanced performing skills, including individual playing and ensemble techniques, and disciplinary skills needed for performance. After-school rehearsals and performances are required of all students as a part of the course.  This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922. 

ADVANCED ORCHESTRA   (923916) 
Level 2
Chamber String Orchestra
Grades:  9, 10, 11, 12                                          Credit:  one
Prerequisite:  Successful audition

Students in this course form the representative string performing group for the school. Emphasis is placed on the development of technical, ensemble, and disciplinary skills necessary for refined rehearsal and performance both in and out of school. Based on successful completion of sequential concepts for each level, students will continue as specified in course level. After-school rehearsals and performances are required of all students as a part of the course.  This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.