Beginning Band, Grades 7/8 - (full year)
course number 923200

Beginning Band offers students with no prior knowledge of music the opportunity to learn how to play a band instrument.  Primary focus is the development of skills on brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.  Guidance will be given by the instructor in the selection of an instrument.  Simple duets, rounds, and other ensemble literature will be performed in the class.  Rehearsals and performances outside of normal school hours may be required as a part of this course.
 
 

Intermediate Band, Grades 7/8 - (full year)
course number 923310 - Woodwinds (flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone)
course number 923311 - Brass (trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone, tuba)
course number 923312 - Percussion (drums, bells)

Intermediate Band is intended for students who have had prior experience in playing a band instrument at the elementary or middle school level.  Intermediate Band will continue to develop skills on brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments.  A variety of musical styles will be studied through the playing of band literature.  Rehearsals and performances outside of normal school hours may be required as a part of this course.
 
 

Advanced Level Band  Grades 7/8 - (full year)
course number 923400

PREREQUISITE: Audition by the instructor prior to enrollment

Advanced Band offers instruction to the advanced player.  In-depth study of musical styles will be realized through challenging band literature.  Rehearsals and performances outside of normal school hours will be required as a part of this course.  Enrollment is limited to maintain a specific balance of instrumentation and high performance proficiency.