Wind Ensemble
Grades 10-12
FA839SFA
Wind Ensemble
Wind Ensemble is Mountain View High School’s most advanced band. This audition-only group is for players that are ready to play music at the highest level. In the fall, we spend time working on music for our December concert as well as performing music in the stands for home football games. In the winter and spring we shift our focus towards music for large group festivals and the solo and ensemble festival. Throughout the year, 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. If you are interested in auditioning for Wind Ensemble, please sign up for the class with Mr. Chaiet in the band room during forecasting. Auditions will take place in the spring and placements announced before the end of the school year. 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 and audition required
Diploma Credit Area: Fine Arts (FA)
Course Q&A
What can I expect in this class?
In Wind Ensemble, you can expect to play music at a high level! In the fall we will prep music for football and our winter concert. In the winter and spring we will work on festival music and take a few field trips!
What does a typical day in this class look like?
A typical day in Wind Ensemble will 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 Wind Ensemble typically looks like football games, concerts, and field trips.
What about tests?
Tests in Wind Ensemble are infrequent.
What do past students say about this class?
"The best class MVHS has to offer besides Rubenstein's Lit and Comp classes."
Why should I take this class?
You should take Wind Ensemble if you want to play music at a high level.
Is there a prerequisite for this class?
Audition is required for placement. Preceding course: Symphonic Band.
What else do I need to know about this class?
You can absolutely play sports and be in the Wind Ensemble class. If you enjoy playing music and being an athlete, MVHS band will work with you to make it happen!