Concert Band
Grades 9-12
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Concert Band
Concert Band welcomes all students who would like to be a part of the Mountain View High School Band program. It is considered the next step after playing in middle school. In this course we will work on the fundamentals of playing, group and individual musicianship, and rehearsal and performance techniques. We will perform in a variety of settings, including concerts, pep band for football games, parades, adjudicated festivals, field trips, and other events as scheduled. Previous band experience is helpful but not required. If you played in middle school or you would like to learn how to play a wind instrument, this class is for you! Please note: Attendance for concerts, festivals, and adjudicated events is mandatory. Attendance for pep band and parades can be flexible depending on your work or sports schedule. Scroll down to see questions and answers about this class!
Length: Year ● Credit: 1.0 ● Prerequisite: Previous band experience is helpful but not required
Diploma Credit Area: Fine Arts (FA)
Course Q&A
What can I expect in this class?
In Concert Band, you can expect to become a part of the MVHS Band family! We play at football games and concerts, take field trips to festivals, and enjoy playing music together.
What does a typical day in this class look like?
A typical day in Concert Band might include laughing, learning, and playing music! We learn warm-ups, techniques, scales, and other fun skill-building exercises. We will work on music for concerts, football band, and festivals.
What about homework?
Homework in Concert Band typically looks like occasional concerts, festivals, and performances.
What about tests?
Tests in this class are infrequent.
What do past students say about this class?
"Concert Band is epic and action-packed!"
Wait . . . no, sorry, that was a quote from a Spider-Man: No Way Home Review.
Why should I take this class?
You should take Concert Band if you want to continue playing your instrument after leaving middle school, or if you want to return to playing an instrument after some time off. If you've never played a wind instrument but would like to learn, Concert Band is your class!
Is there a prerequisite for this class?
Previous band experience is helpful but not required.
What else do I need to know about this class?
You can absolutely play sports and be in band class. If you enjoy playing music and being an athlete, MVHS band will work with you to make it happen!