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Instrumental Music at Sand Creek is a school-year long commitment, and, with the exception of the color guard in marching band, Music Theory and Beginning Guitar, students must be registered for both Fall and Spring semesters to participate. Admittance to any band/orchestra is determined by a student’s performance ability as well as instrumentation considerations. All SCIM ensembles are available to students of any grade level. With the exception of guitarists, pianists for the Jazz ensemble and color guard students, it is required that all students who are registered for the jazz ensemble or marching band be concurrently enrolled in either Percussion Class, String Orchestra, Wind Ensemble or Symphonic Band.
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Strings Orchestra Grades 9 - 12
Strings Orchestra Grades 9 - 12
Strings Orchestra Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Credit
Prerequisite: At least 3 years prior playing experience is recommended
Fee: $30.00 as well as specified method books
Students who play the following String instruments are eligible to participate in this class: Violin, Viola, Cello and String Bass. Students must provide their own correctly sized instruments and the required method book. The SCHS Orchestra is the premier string ensemble in SCIM. This ensemble plays quality literature and hold the highest standards of performance. The ensemble will participate in a C.H.S.A.A. regional festival each year where the ensemble will be rated on musicality and technical accuracy. Orchestra members are expected and encouraged to participate in chamber music and/or perform solos in addition to ensemble performances. Opportunities to perform in standard instrumental chamber ensembles such as string quartets will be provided to all students. Also, auditioning and volunteering for Honor Orchestras is highly encouraged. Students will receive multiple opportunities to audition for one of these ensembles each school year.
Instrumental Music Courses.mp4Chamber Orchestra
Chamber Orchestra
Course Number: IM131
Prerequisite: Audition / Teacher ApprovalGrades: 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts CreditFee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
Students will further develop skills to interpret and perform instrumental music as well as deepen musical theory through studying how music was composed. The content will touch upon how to read and perform music, listening skills, sight-reading, writing music, and score study; both individually and as a group at a higher level of playing skill (Music Grade Level 3-5). Participation in playing an instrument is heavily emphasized in this class, and students are therefore expected to have their instrument every day in class. All students will be working in groups and individually during the class numerous times as these experiences are invaluable to the Chamber Orchestra as a whole.
Audition Information: Auditions will occur the week after Spring Break each year and can be done in person or online. More information will be sent out via Google Drive and through email from the director, Daniel Evans at devans@d49.org.
Students will further develop skills to interpret and perform instrumental music as well as deepen musical theory through studying how music was composed. The content will touch upon how to read and perform music, listening skills, sight-reading, writing music, and score study; both individually and as a group at a higher level of playing skill (Music Grade Level 3-5). Participation in playing an instrument is heavily emphasized in this class, and students are therefore expected to have their instrument every day in class. All students will be working in groups and individually during the class numerous times as these experiences are invaluable to the Chamber Orchestra as a whole.
Audition Information: Auditions will occur the week after Spring Break each year and can be done in person or online. More information will be sent out via Google Drive and through email from the director, Daniel Evans at devans@d49.org.
Jazz Band
Jazz Band
Course Number: IM302
Prerequisite: Admission to this ensemble is by director approval and instrumentation. It is required that students are concurrently enrolled in Wind Ensemble, Strings, String Orchestra, Symphonic Band or Percussion Class with the exception of guitar and piano players.
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
The Scorpion Jazz Ensemble performs the highest caliber literature available including many modern works along with standard big-band literature. The performing aspect of the ensemble exposes students to literature of the big band genre, and teaches the performance practices that the diverse styles and influences of the music demands. There will be many performance opportunities including several community outreach performances, a district jazz tour and participation in at least one jazz festival. The other primary focus for the class is improvisation. Improvisation is the heart of any definition of jazz, and it will be heavily emphasized. Multiple instructional strategies including (but not limited to): transcriptions, weekly or bi-weekly listening assignments, keyboarding assignments, lecture and class combo/large group improvisation will be utilized regularly. An intensive study of improvisation and participation in small combos is expected for all members of this ensemble. Students must have director approval to enter the ensemble, and the instrumentation of the group will be kept to a standard big band including: 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 1 baritone saxophone, 3 tenor trombones, 1 bass trombone, 5 trumpets, 2 drum set, 1 percussion, 1 string bass, 1 piano, 1 guitar. Preference will be given to saxophonists who can double on another instrument (e.g. flute, clarinet). HEAR
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
The Scorpion Jazz Ensemble performs the highest caliber literature available including many modern works along with standard big-band literature. The performing aspect of the ensemble exposes students to literature of the big band genre, and teaches the performance practices that the diverse styles and influences of the music demands. There will be many performance opportunities including several community outreach performances, a district jazz tour and participation in at least one jazz festival. The other primary focus for the class is improvisation. Improvisation is the heart of any definition of jazz, and it will be heavily emphasized. Multiple instructional strategies including (but not limited to): transcriptions, weekly or bi-weekly listening assignments, keyboarding assignments, lecture and class combo/large group improvisation will be utilized regularly. An intensive study of improvisation and participation in small combos is expected for all members of this ensemble. Students must have director approval to enter the ensemble, and the instrumentation of the group will be kept to a standard big band including: 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 1 baritone saxophone, 3 tenor trombones, 1 bass trombone, 5 trumpets, 2 drum set, 1 percussion, 1 string bass, 1 piano, 1 guitar. Preference will be given to saxophonists who can double on another instrument (e.g. flute, clarinet). HEAR
Marching Band
Marching Band
Course Number: IM1011
Prerequisite: Previous instrumental music experience or none if joining Color Guard *It is required that students are concurrently enrolled in Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Symphonic Band or Percussion Class with the exception of Color guard students.
Membership in the marching band is open to all students with previous band experience in grades 9-12 or by permission of the director. No previous expereince required for Color Guard. An audition for placement may be required. Preliminary chair placement as well as specific assignments and positions in the competition show will be made during band camp and periodically throughout the semester at the discretion of the director. All rehearsals will be extra- curricular as scheduled by the director with a minimum of 6 hours of rehearsals scheduled after school hours Monday- Thursday each week during marching season. Attendance is required at all rehearsals, performances and competitions unless excused by the Director. Unless prior arrangements are made, all members must participate in the Summer Band Camps in preparation for the Fall marching activities and performances. Additionally, required rehearsals and performances will occur during the annual October Fall break. The marching band performs for all home football games, regional and statewide contests and parades as well as competitions. This class can count as a Fine Art, PE, or Elective credit. Counselors will determine which category the credit is needed and place it appropriately.
Grades 9-12 Fall Semester, .5 Credit
Fee: SCHS Activity Fee: $400.00.
Membership in the marching band is open to all students with previous band experience in grades 9-12 or by permission of the director. No previous expereince required for Color Guard. An audition for placement may be required. Preliminary chair placement as well as specific assignments and positions in the competition show will be made during band camp and periodically throughout the semester at the discretion of the director. All rehearsals will be extra- curricular as scheduled by the director with a minimum of 6 hours of rehearsals scheduled after school hours Monday- Thursday each week during marching season. Attendance is required at all rehearsals, performances and competitions unless excused by the Director. Unless prior arrangements are made, all members must participate in the Summer Band Camps in preparation for the Fall marching activities and performances. Additionally, required rehearsals and performances will occur during the annual October Fall break. The marching band performs for all home football games, regional and statewide contests and parades as well as competitions. This class can count as a Fine Art, PE, or Elective credit. Counselors will determine which category the credit is needed and place it appropriately.
Percussion
Percussion
Course Number: IM312
Prerequisite: Must have 1 year of direct previous experience in reading and playing music. This course is not for beginners.
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as Sticks/Mallets and a Protective Device (stick bag)
This class is for all percussion students – Percussion students SHOULD NOT register for Wind Ensemble or Symphonic Band! Percussion Class is a course is designed for high school percussion students and intended to provide them with the opportunity to study percussion intensively and participate in a percussion ensemble. Students will have the opportunity to learn proper performance techniques on percussion instruments ranging from drumline and orchestral instruments (triangle) to ethnic percussion (hand drumming). The class will also perform as a percussion ensemble and explore the diverse music in this genre. The Percussion Class is also the percussion sections for the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band and the drumline and Front Ensemble for the Scorpion Marching Band. Students will be required to attend all the performances for their respective ensembles.
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as Sticks/Mallets and a Protective Device (stick bag)
This class is for all percussion students – Percussion students SHOULD NOT register for Wind Ensemble or Symphonic Band! Percussion Class is a course is designed for high school percussion students and intended to provide them with the opportunity to study percussion intensively and participate in a percussion ensemble. Students will have the opportunity to learn proper performance techniques on percussion instruments ranging from drumline and orchestral instruments (triangle) to ethnic percussion (hand drumming). The class will also perform as a percussion ensemble and explore the diverse music in this genre. The Percussion Class is also the percussion sections for the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band and the drumline and Front Ensemble for the Scorpion Marching Band. Students will be required to attend all the performances for their respective ensembles.
Strings Orchestra
Strings Orchestra
Course Number: IM130
Prerequisite: At least 1-3 years prior playing experience is required. This course is not for beginners.Grades: 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts CreditFee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
Students who play the following String instruments are eligible to participate in this class: Violin, Viola, Cello and String Bass. Students must provide their own correctly sized instruments and the required method book. The SCHS Orchestra is the premier string ensemble in SCIM. The ensemble will participate in a C.H.S.A.A. regional festival each year where the ensemble will be rated on musicality and technical accuracy. Orchestra members are expected and encouraged to participate in chamber music and/or perform solos in addition to ensemble performances. Opportunities to perform in standard instrumental chamber ensembles such as string quartets will be provided to all students. Also, auditioning and volunteering for Honor Orchestras is highly encouraged. Students will receive multiple opportunities to audition for one of these ensembles each school year.
Students who play the following String instruments are eligible to participate in this class: Violin, Viola, Cello and String Bass. Students must provide their own correctly sized instruments and the required method book. The SCHS Orchestra is the premier string ensemble in SCIM. The ensemble will participate in a C.H.S.A.A. regional festival each year where the ensemble will be rated on musicality and technical accuracy. Orchestra members are expected and encouraged to participate in chamber music and/or perform solos in addition to ensemble performances. Opportunities to perform in standard instrumental chamber ensembles such as string quartets will be provided to all students. Also, auditioning and volunteering for Honor Orchestras is highly encouraged. Students will receive multiple opportunities to audition for one of these ensembles each school year.
Symphonic Band
Symphonic Band
Course Number: IM400
Prerequisite: At least 2 years prior playing experience is recommended, this course is not for beginners
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
The SCHS Symphonic Band is intended for Freshman/Transfer students who are new to the music program. The ensemble curriculum focuses on fundamentals of playing and correcting deficiencies in fundamental technique. Students will gain playing experience by performing quality band literature with an emphasis in instrumental technique and musicianship skills. Students who successfully complete this course with a “B” or higher are welcome to audition for the Scorpion Marching Band and SCHS Wind Ensemble. The ensemble will participate in the CHSAA Large Group Festival each year where the ensemble will be rated on musicality and technical accuracy. Band members are expected and encouraged to participate in chamber music and/or perform solos in addition to ensemble performances. Opportunities to perform in standard instrumental chamber ensembles such as brass and woodwind quintets and percussion ensembles will be provided to all students. Also, auditioning for Honor Bands is highly encouraged. All band students are encouraged to perform in the Pep Band at all home/most basketball games during the Spring semester. HEAR
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
The SCHS Symphonic Band is intended for Freshman/Transfer students who are new to the music program. The ensemble curriculum focuses on fundamentals of playing and correcting deficiencies in fundamental technique. Students will gain playing experience by performing quality band literature with an emphasis in instrumental technique and musicianship skills. Students who successfully complete this course with a “B” or higher are welcome to audition for the Scorpion Marching Band and SCHS Wind Ensemble. The ensemble will participate in the CHSAA Large Group Festival each year where the ensemble will be rated on musicality and technical accuracy. Band members are expected and encouraged to participate in chamber music and/or perform solos in addition to ensemble performances. Opportunities to perform in standard instrumental chamber ensembles such as brass and woodwind quintets and percussion ensembles will be provided to all students. Also, auditioning for Honor Bands is highly encouraged. All band students are encouraged to perform in the Pep Band at all home/most basketball games during the Spring semester. HEAR
Wind Ensemble
Wind Ensemble
Course Number: IM331
Prerequisite:Admission to the Wind Ensemble is by audition only, and at least 3 years prior playing experience is recommended.
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
The Wind Ensemble is the premier performing ensemble in Sand Creek Instrumental Music. This ensemble plays quality literature and hold the highest standards of performance. The ensemble will participate in the Colorado Bandmasters Association regional festival each year where the ensemble will be rated on musicality and technical accuracy. The Wind Ensemble frequently performs well enough at the regional festival to advance to the Colorado Bandmasters Association State Concert Band Festival. Band members are expected and encouraged to participate in chamber music and/or perform solos in addition to ensemble performances, and are highly encouraged to take private lessons. Opportunities to perform in standard instrumental chamber ensembles such as brass and woodwind quintets and percussion ensembles will be provided to all students. Also, auditioning and volunteering for Honor Bands is highly encouraged. Students will receive multiple opportunities to audition for one of these ensembles each school year. HEAR
Audition Information: Auditions will occur the week after Spring Break each year and can be done in person or online. More information will be sent out via Google Drive and through email from the director, Daniel Evans at devans@d49.org.
Grades 9-12 1 Year, 1 Fine Arts Credit Fee: $50 ($40 course fee + $10 Solo & Ensemble), as well as specified method books
The Wind Ensemble is the premier performing ensemble in Sand Creek Instrumental Music. This ensemble plays quality literature and hold the highest standards of performance. The ensemble will participate in the Colorado Bandmasters Association regional festival each year where the ensemble will be rated on musicality and technical accuracy. The Wind Ensemble frequently performs well enough at the regional festival to advance to the Colorado Bandmasters Association State Concert Band Festival. Band members are expected and encouraged to participate in chamber music and/or perform solos in addition to ensemble performances, and are highly encouraged to take private lessons. Opportunities to perform in standard instrumental chamber ensembles such as brass and woodwind quintets and percussion ensembles will be provided to all students. Also, auditioning and volunteering for Honor Bands is highly encouraged. Students will receive multiple opportunities to audition for one of these ensembles each school year. HEAR
Audition Information: Auditions will occur the week after Spring Break each year and can be done in person or online. More information will be sent out via Google Drive and through email from the director, Daniel Evans at devans@d49.org.
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