CONCERT AND JAZZ

Our music program offers four dynamic ensembles for students to join, each providing a unique opportunity to develop musical skills and foster a love for performance.

All members of the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble meet year-round during the school day, allowing for continuous growth and collaboration among musicians. These ensembles focus on a diverse repertoire, ranging from band classics to more contemporary pieces, and emphasize the development of individual and group performance skills. Throughout the year, students participate in various school performances, adjudicated band festivals, and community events, showcasing their hard work.

The jazz band, on the other hand, meets only during zero period in the second semester. This ensemble explores improvisation, jazz ensemble playing, and the history of jazz music. Students will have the chance to play a variety of styles, including swing, bebop, and funk, while developing their creativity and musical expression.

Each ensemble has specific requirements and learning outcomes, which are typically demonstrated through an audition or performance reviews throughout the year. These assessments not only help us gauge individual progress but also ensure that students are placed in the ensemble that best matches their skills and aspirations.

We encourage all interested students to review the descriptions below if you are considering joining one of our instrumental ensembles. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, there's a place for you in our program.

CONCERT BAND (9th GRade)

Requirements: No audition required to join the concert band! This ensemble is open to all 9th-grade students who wish to join!

Outcomes:

By the end of 9th grade, students will have mastered these skills:
1. Play all 12 major scales in 2 octaves when appropriate
2. Begin to play harmonic minor scales 1 octave
3. Will be able to recognize and interpret the symbols for trills and grace notes
4. The student will perform a chromatic scale, ascending and descending
5. The percussion student will continue to develop and expand their knowledge of percussion rudiments.
6. Successfully sight-read SCSBOA Grade 1-2 music
7. Successfully perform SCSBOA Grade 3 Music

SYMPHONIC BAND (9th and 10th Grade)

Requirements:

Play all 12 major scales in 2 octaves when appropriate
Begin to play harmonic minor scales 1 octave
Will be able to recognize and interpret the symbols for trills and grace notes
The student will perform a chromatic scale, ascending and descending
The percussion student will continue to develop and expand their knowledge of percussion rudiments.
Successfully sight read SCSBOA Grade 1-2 music
Successfully perform SCSBOA Grade 3 Music

Outcomes:

By the end of 10th grade, students will have mastered these skills
1. Play all 12 major scales for the full practical range of their instrument
2. Play all 12 natural and harmonic minor scales
3. Know the technical fingerings to interpret the symbols for trills and grace notes
4. The student will perform a chromatic scale, ascending and descending
5. The percussion student will continue to develop and expand their knowledge of percussion rudiments.
6. Successfully sight read SCSBOA Grade 1-2 music
7. Successfully perform SCSBOA Grade 3 music
8. Has met the range specifics set out in the curriculum for the advanced level

WIND ENSEMBLE (11th and 12th Grade)

Requirements:

Play all 12 major scales for the full practical range of their instrument
Play all 12 natural and harmonic minor scales in one octave
Know the technical fingerings to interpret the symbols for trills and grace notes
The student will perform a chromatic scale, ascending and descending
The percussion student will continue to develop and expand their knowledge of percussion rudiments.
Successfully sight-read SCSBOA Grade 1-2 music
Successfully perform SCSBOA Grade 3 music
Has met the range specifics set out in the curriculum for the advanced level

Outcomes:

By the end of 11th grade, students will have mastered these skills:
1. Perform all major scales, ascending and descending, in a variety of rhythmic patterns and articulations for the full range of their instrument.
2. Play all 12 natural and harmonic minor scales, 1-2 octaves
3. The student will perform a chromatic scale, ascending and descending
4. Successfully sight-read SCSBOA Grade 3 music
5. Successfully perform grade 4-6 music

By the end of 12th grade, students will have mastered these skills:
1. Perform all major and minor scales, ascending and descending, in a variety of rhythmic patterns and articulations for the full range of their instrument
2. The student will perform a chromatic scale, ascending and descending in the full range of their instrument
3. Successfully sight-read SCSBOA Grade 3-4 music
4. Successfully perform grade 5-6 music
5. Has met the range specifics set out in the curriculum for the artist level

JAZZ BAND (10th, 11th, and 12 Grade)

Meets zero period during the second semester. Must meet 10th grade requirements to join!

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