Course Description

Beginning Band (6th-8th Grade)

This course is designed for students with no previous experience from any grade level. Band is for those interested in playing woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments. Students will choose their instrument  at the beginning of the year, learn to read music, develop strong fundamentals on their instrument, and have concerts throughout the year!

Intermediate Band (7th-8th Grade)

Pre-requisite: 1 year formal training on a band instrument. This class is geared for students in their second full year of instruction on woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. The band will play various types of music including music from movies, arrangements of classical music, and some jazz inspired works. Students should feel comfortable in the key of B-flat and have a good grasp of all basic musical concepts. In addition to our 3 school concerts, the intermediate band will also perform at other events during the year such as Music in the Parks (Great America).

Advanced Band (7th-8th Grade by Audition only)

Pre-requisite: 2 years formal training on a band instrument and an audition. Designed for the most skilled and experienced players, this class will perform challenging music of various styles. Students should have experience with all 12 major scales and chromatic scale, be able to perform a provided solo, and sight read. Beyond school concerts, festivals and other performances, students in this group will be invited to go on a special trip to Disneyland to perform in the parks and participate in the Disney Performing Arts Program.