Advanced Band is a performance-based course which requires student participation in day and evening performances. This class requires a commitment to more performances than Beginning and Intermediate Band. Through large and small ensemble work, students will be provided the opportunity to learn self-discipline, accountability, group cohesiveness, and commitment. New information the students will acquire include compound meters, advanced articulation patterns, and form. Students will experience further development in tone, rhythm, balance, blend, and music history. Through the study of different time periods and styles, students will understand music as a form of communication which will expand their ability to listen, analyze, and discuss concepts.
Full Year Prerequisite: This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Intermediate Band or the equivalent. Placement will be determined by the instructor. Auditions may be necessary.
This course can be multi-grades