Thank you for choosing to participate in Band at Mesa!
The Advanced Band at Mesa Middle School is designed to meet the needs of students who have at least 2 years or more of experience on a band instrument. Throughout the 1st/2nd semester, we will take review and expand our learning to include advanced topics in articulation, air/breathing, note recognition speed, sound quality, advanced music reading, individual and full band performing, as well as numerous full band concerts throughout the school year. We covers advanced topics in ensemble performance and expands upon previously learned skills and concepts. We play repertoire that represents different genres, periods and cultures. Our goal, through the use of a wide variety of music, is to assist the development of aesthetic judgment, independence and a greater musical understanding in students. Numerous concerts, contests and other performances are required throughout the year. We also engage regularly in performances and fun activities with the high school music program. We will use a comprehensive band method book as our guide, and supplement full band sheet music along the way.
Regular home practice and participation in all scheduled performances is required. Parents will need to provide their student with an instrument (either through purchase or rental), the class music method book, various supplies, and concert attire.
>>>>Recordings of music we are currently working on (link will take you to the recording):
Supplies EVERYONE Needs for 21-22 Advanced Band Class:
Pencil
3 ring binder
sheet protectors
Essential Foundations and Rhythm Maters (provided to students by Mr. Van Alphen)