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Beginning Piano is a class designed to provide an introduction to playing the piano. Students learn how to read music and explore different styles of music.
Beginning Guitar is a class designed to give a basic introduction to the guitar. Students will learn how to play chords, read guitar tab and notation and explore several different styles and genres of music. Guitar students must have a guitar that they bring to class everyday – there are guitars available for checkout. Students will receive music handouts throughout the year.
Concert Band is an instrumental music ensemble that works on pep band, marching band and concert music during the school year. Students are expected to have some instrumental music experience prior to enrolling in the class – exceptions based on instructor approval. Students learn to read, write, rehearse, and perform different styles and genres of music in a safe, supportive and artistic environment. Concert Band performs in the community several times throughout the school year.
Drumline is an auditioned instrumental music ensemble that works on percussion, pep band, marching band and concert music during the school year. Students are expected to have some instrumental music experience prior to enrolling in the class. Students learn to read, write, rehearse, and perform different styles and genres of music in a safe, supportive and artistic environment. Drumline members are expected to perform many times during the school year at school and in the community.
Jazz Band is an auditioned instrumental music ensemble that works on jazz, pop, funk and rock and roll music during the school year. Students are expected to have some instrumental music experience prior to enrolling in the class and may only enroll with instructor approval. Students learn to read, write, rehearse, improvise and perform different styles and genres of music in a safe, supportive and artistic environment. Jazz Band members are expected to perform many times during the school year at school and in the community.