Concert Band

(don't forget to read Info for Parents)

Course Syllabus

Concert Attire Requirements

The Concert Band was formed in 2004 to prepare students for more advanced playing, and assist in bridging the gap between middle and high school. Over the course of the year, students practice to enhance their knowledge of performance technique and music literacy, including learning all of their 12 major scales. The Concert Band performs 2-3 concerts a year and participates in the VBODA District Band Festival which is held each Spring.

All students are required to purchse Book 3 (green cover) of Standard of Excellence by Kjos Music. Roberson's Music carries this book.

Concert band requires at least one year of band class experience at the middle school level. Percussionists should sign up for Percussion Class, NOT Concert or Symphonic Band.

Performing is an integral part of this performance class, and is required as part of each quartlery grade.

Prior Expectations for Concert band:

Be aware of scales up to 4 sharps and 4 flats for one octave (F, Bb, Eb, Ab, C, G, D, A, E). Know how to approach dotted rhythms, sixteenth notes, and tied notes. Be familiar with 4/4 time, and 2/2 (cut) time. VBODA Grade 3-4 proficiency is preferred for performance, grade 2 sightreading proficiency preferred. If you plan on borrowing an instrument from the school, please be aware that you MUST purchase your own mouthpiece.