Band 9
COURSE:
G9083
CREDITS:
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PRE-REQUISITES:
*Students will be expected to supply their own instruments for the duration of this course. Larger and color instruments (tuba, baritone/euphonium, horn, bass clarinet, oboe, bassoon, baritone saxophone) are available at LTCHS. **The school has a limited supply of smaller instruments available for those students who are unable to supply their own. These instruments will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This class is for any Grade 9 student who wishes to learn or continue learning a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument. The class will include specific instrument study, music theory and history, ensemble playing, and, of course, band performance. In addition to two concerts, Band 9 also offers opportunities for travel, with a workshop in the fall and a trip in the spring. Grade 9 Band students may also have the opportunity to participate in additional ensembles including Jr. Jazz Band, Sr. Jazz Band, Pep Band and various Chamber Ensembles. These groups will be offered on the basis of interest and rehearsal time available. NOTE: This class is offered EVERY OTHER DAY ALL YEAR LONG (2 options) and students must commit to a full year of study. Classes will be divided by the teacher based on previous levels of experience. Opportunities for advancement to a more advanced class during the year are dependent upon a student’s progress throughout the course. *Your TOP TWO choices will drive the Timetable so please ensure that your Complementary subject choices are numbered by preference (first to last).
