Students in grades 6,
7, and 8 may choose band as a performing ensemble. Classes are currently
taught during the Homebase period. Students may choose to participate
in no more than 2 performing ensembles. Prior knowledge of a woodwind,
brass, or percussion instrument is required; however, if private lessons
are obtained prior to the beginning of the fall semester, a student may begin
an instrument in the 6th grade.
Students will perform in a Winter and Spring concert, learning a variety of musical styles and techniques, and developing their skills through scale studies and challenging pieces. Students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to audition for honors bands in the area, including PMEA District Honors Band, Northern Area Honors Band, and Allegheny Valley Honors Band.
Grades are based on three areas: Achievement, Attitude, and Attendance. Students are required to practice their music, and use a practice chart to record their minutes each week. This chart must be signed by the student and a parent, and turned in at the end of each 9 weeks as part of their band grade. If you have lost your practice chart, you may print one from the following link:
Private lessons are recommended to further challenge and enhance a student's musical ability. For teacher recommendations, contact one of the band instructors below.
Any student who is enrolled in the middle
school band may audition for the Jazz Band. If selected, members of
the jazz band rehearse once per week after school to develop reading syncopation,
jazz styles, and learn basic improvisation. Auditions are held early
in the fall semester.
Students will perform in a Winter and Spring concert, learning a variety of musical styles and techniques, and developing their skills through scale studies and challenging pieces. Students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to audition for honors bands in the area, including PMEA District Honors Band, Northern Area Honors Band, and Allegheny Valley Honors Band.
Grades are based on three areas: Achievement, Attitude, and Attendance. Students are required to practice their music, and use a practice chart to record their minutes each week. This chart must be signed by the student and a parent, and turned in at the end of each 9 weeks as part of their band grade. If you have lost your practice chart, you may print one from the following link:
Private lessons are recommended to further challenge and enhance a student's musical ability. For teacher recommendations, contact one of the band instructors below.