Joe Clements
Band
Credit: 1 (1 year—this class can be repeated for credit)
Prerequisite: Prior instrumental experience, ability, interest, aptitude, and desire
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Students will study the development of tone and technique in order to enhance their personal performance skills and the performance of the ensemble. Understanding the basic elements of music will be stressed in this class. A standard instrumental text will be utilized as well as appropriate band literature exploring several genres. Performing experiences will include concerts, festivals, athletic performances, and can include solos and ensembles. Most of these performances are mandatory. Some activities (such as honor band and solo/ensemble festivals) may take place on Saturdays. Students will provide some items of clothing for performances and will be required to purchase some other items at a nominal cost.
Prerequisite: Prior instrumental experience, ability, interest, aptitude, and desire
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Students will study the development of tone and technique in order to enhance their personal performance skills and the performance of the ensemble. Understanding the basic elements of music will be stressed in this class. A standard instrumental text will be utilized as well as appropriate band literature exploring several genres. Performing experiences will include concerts, festivals, athletic performances, and can include solos and ensembles. Most of these performances are mandatory. Some activities (such as honor band and solo/ensemble festivals) may take place on Saturdays. Students will provide some items of clothing for performances and will be required to purchase some other items at a nominal cost.