A course designed for instrumentalists wishing to continue instruction and performance in an ensemble setting. Band members will be given opportunities to perform at concerts and sporting events utilizing band literature from a variety of periods and styles. Attendance for winter and spring concerts and Pep Band participation for all home football games is expected. At least two after school rehearsals during the year are also required. 

    Band members may seek permission from the Music Director to take band class at the Honors level. These members would be responsible for attending additional mandatory performances and practices such as, but not limited to: Showcase night, public events, chorus accompaniment, etc. Musicianship (music theory, ear training, notation and reading improvisation) will be focused on in addition to performance. Students will be dismissed in time to take the late bus.