| The
Beginning Band-Winds |
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Course Description |
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This beginning level band class develops skills on a variety of
woodwind and brass instruments. The instructor will give guidance
in the selection of an instrument. Simple ensemble literature will
be performed in class. Performances outside of normal school hours
are required as part of this course. |
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Objectives |
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The student will develop a working knowledge of the proper posture
and technique necessary to play a wind instrument. |
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The student will develop the ability to play a wind instrument
from notation at the grade I level as described by the Virginia
Band and Or- chestra Directors' Association (VBODA). |
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The student will experience the performance of musical literature
at the grade I level as described by the VBODA. |
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The student will gain an understanding of the expressive concepts
unique to musical performance. |
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| Beginning
Band-Percussion |
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Course Description |
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This beginning level band class develops skills on a variety of
percussion instruments. Simple percussion ensemble literature will
be studied and performed in class. Performances outside of normal
school hours will be part of this course's activities. |
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Objectives |
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The student will develop an awareness of a variety of different
percussion styles. |
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The student will be able to perform from notation basic rhythms
and music literature. |
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The student will experience performance of basic percussion works
before an audience. |
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The student will develop a working knowledge of proper posture
and technique for snare drum and mallet percussion instruments. |
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| Cadet Band
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Course Description |
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Previous participation in band for at least one year is required.
Ownership or rental of instruments is required. Cadet band will
continue to develop skills on woodwind, brass, 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. |
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Objectives |
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The student will reinforce and/or improve his/her working knowledge
of the proper position and technique necessary in playing a musical
instrument. |
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The student will develop the ability to play a wind or percussion
instrument from notation at the grade II level as described by the
Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors' Association (VBODA). |
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The student will experience the performance of musical literature
at the Grade II level as described by the VBODA. |
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The student will demonstrate a practical understanding through
performance of expressive musical concepts. |
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The student will be able to discriminate between various expressive
levels of musical performance. |
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| Concert
Band |
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Course Description |
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An audition with the band instructor is required in order to enroll
in this course. Ownership or rental of instruments is required.
Concert band will continue to develop skills on woodwind, brass,
and 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. |
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Objectives |
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The student will reinforce and/or improve his/her working knowledge
of the proper position and technique necessary in playing a musical
instrument. |
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The student will develop the ability to play a wind or percussion
instrument from notation at the grade III level as described by
the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors' Association (VBODA). |
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The student will experience the performance of musical literature
at the Grade III level as described by the VBODA. |
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The student will clearly demonstrate a practical understanding
through performance of expressive musical concepts. |
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The student will be able to adequately assess his/her performance
of expressive musical concepts. |
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| Symphonic
Bands I and II |
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Course Description |
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An audition with the band instructor is required in order to enroll
in this course. Ownership or rental of instruments is required.
Advanced level 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. |
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Objectives |
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The student will reinforce and/or improve his/her working knowledge
of the proper position and technique necessary in playing a musical
instrument. |
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The student will develop the ability to play a wind or percussion
instrument from notation at the grade IV level as described by the
Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors' Association (VBODA). |
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The student will experience the performance of musical literature
at the Grade III (Symphonic II) and Grade IV level as described
by the VBODA. |
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The student will clearly demonstrate a practical understanding
through performance of expressive musical concepts. |
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The student will be able to adequately assess his/her
performance of expressive musical concepts. |
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Auditions will be held during the last
quarter of school or as scheduled by the instructor.
Instruments |
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| Private
Lessons |
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Private Lessons are highly recommended
for those who are interested in getting the most out of their musical
experience. The ensemble nature of band makes it impossible to provide
the kind of focused individual attention that can be gained in private
lessons. If you are in doubt as to where to find a private instructor,
your band director can provide a list of local instructors. |
