This is a year music course for the student who has had previous training in music, or the desire to learn a new instrument. The first semester focuses on Marching Band, which will further the musical growth and techniques required in parades, field shows, and pep bands. The second semester will focus on Concert Band which follows the Visual and Performing Arts Standards by developing and expanding musical expression, aesthetic judgments, connections in society, as well as providing a greater understanding of music from various classical periods, composers, and cultures. Band counts as PE credit first semester and Fine Arts second semester. Performance participation is a requirement of the class. |