Band and Chorus groups are open to any student who is willing to meet the required expectations. The band and chorus will prepare various types of music from pop influenced literature to traditional concert literature. Students will remain in band or chorus for the whole semester. Exceptions will be made by teacher and administration ONLY.
Chorus meets Monday and Thursday from 10:30-11:10
Band meets Tuesday and Friday from 10:30-11:10
♫ To develop the individual performance skills necessary for music making at the highest level possible by each individual.
♫ To develop the skills of discipline, team work, and self-expression necessary for group performance.
♫ To develop a sense of school and civic community through participation in service activities such as community concerts.
♫ Students are required to attend all rehearsals. If a student requires additional help in another class, they may be given
permission by their classroom teacher and music teacher to miss a rehearsal.
♫ A student may not drop band/chorus after the end of a semester.
♫ Concert attendance is mandatory.
♫ Concert dates will be sent home by the end of October.
All students in band and chorus should wear black pants or skirts and a black shirt with sleeves. Black dresses are also appropriate if they are knee length and have sleeves. Please note that black socks/hose and black dress shoes are the standard concert attire.
Sectionals are weekly small group lessons that students in the band are required to attend. Missed sectionals may be made up by scheduling an appointment with Mr. Caverly. These sectionals are used to help enhance individual talent along with the talent of the section.
Students in band and chorus will receive a grade based on their participation in rehearsals, concert attendance, written critiques, and individual or small group performance exams. Their band and chorus grade will count in honor roll calculations.