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Band is open to any student 9-12 who has an interest in learning instrumental music study. If the student has not been involved with the music department prior to joining, a meeting with the director is required.
The instrumental music program is designed to provide students with a variety of musical experiences in four (4) specific areas: marching band, concert band, pep band, and jazz band for students to gain a more thorough understanding and appreciation for all types of music; to achieve competency, artistry, and technical facility through the study and playing of a musical instrument; to instill a sense of pride and accomplishment in a team effort; to promote and encourage a sense of responsibility and self-discipline, and to encourage individual creativity through a more realistic understanding of the arts.
Marching Band performs throughout the year, with the primary focus during September and October. It performs in such events as football games, parades, and other related invitational events. Students are taught basic marching fundamentals including visual and audio commands, posture, physical, and mental coordination, teamwork, and the development of a positive self-image.
Concert Band is a year-long (2 semester) organization, performing primarily from November through May, and specializes in traditional as well as contemporary band literature. Emphasis is placed on technical, expressive, and artistic selections. The band presents 2-3 major concerts per year in addition to the IHSA organizational contest and commencement. When able, the band may perform outside the school environment such as board approved trips. Selected advanced students may elect to perform in various other activities, which include, but are not limited to: solo/ensemble contest, IMEA festivals, and honor band.
Pep Band utilizes all members of the concert band and performs at selected boys’ and girls’ basketball games.
Jazz Band is designed to teach students the fundamentals of jazz literature and the correlation with standard classical music. Jazz curriculum will be included within concert band. Rehearsals will be held outside of school if necessary. Students may choose to study a secondary instrument during Jazz band.