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Intermediate playing techniques are stressed and a variety of music, from Popular to
standard Band literature, will be performed.

The goal of this band is to be promoted to the Concert Band.

PREQUISITE:Students must have a least 1 year of experience in school bands or it's equivalent, or by instructor's permission.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:Instruction for students with previous experience playing individually and in groups with woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments.Topics include performance, instrumental and ensemble technique, improvisation, music reading and notation, and listening. Analysis and description, evaluation of uses of music, and examination of the relationships between arts disciplines and music history and culture will continue to be explored.

COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students will continue to
1. play and count rhythms with appropriate accuracy.
2. play with appropriately accurate intonation.
3. play with dynamic control and proper phrasing.
4. play with proper articulation.
5. develop characteristic tone for their instrument.
6. contribute to the ensemble sound and effort.
7. perform repertoire appropriate to the students’ developmental level.
8. demonstrate proper rehearsal technique.
9. understand and apply music theory and history concepts to music being studied.
10. analyze the stylistic and cultural context of the music studied.
11. develop the self-discipline and personal responsibility necessary to participate in a large group setting.

INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS: To be determined by the instructor and distributed to the students and parent/guardians at the beginning of the course (Band Handbook).
Expectations include:
•Students will participate in performances and/or rehearsals outside of the school day.
•Students will maintain good attendance in class.
•Students will provide the instructor with a record of their individual practice time.
•Students will demonstrate appropriate rehearsal and performance skills.
-on time, warmed up, ready to play with necessary materials
-appropriate posture and instrument position
-on task, musically involved, respectful and productive behavior