BEGINNING BAND - 6TH GRADEStudents who enter the band program will begin in 6th grade. Classes are split into Woodwinds and Brass/Percussion. These classes meet daily to help students learn proper posture, embouchure formation, tone development, reading music notation, rhythmic counting, teamwork, and being part of something whole that requires practice and preparation. Students will perform in 2-3 concerts a year, which are required for the class.
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7TH AND 8TH GRADE BANDSStudents in the 7th and 8th grade bands continually develop the musical skills learned in 6th grade and work to refine them. Students perform in 3-4 performances during the year, which includes a Mid-Winter Concert. Students are also encouraged to perform in Solo and Ensemble Festival to help further their musical development.
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