Day Bands

Concert Band

Concert Band is an entry level band, and is open to middle school band students who wish to continue their instrumental music training, or older students interested in learning a secondary instrument.  Emphasis is placed on developing instrumental techniques, musicianship, and performance skills through the study of standard band literature.  Members of this band will perform several concerts throughout the school year and are eligible to participate in the District Solo & Ensemble Festival.  The class meets daily and the students receive one credit for participation.

Prerequisite:  Middle School Band experiences or the equivalent.

Symphonic Band

Symphonic Band is the second level band, and is open to students who completed Concert Band.  This class is designed for band students who wish to continue their instrumental music training, or older students interested in learning a secondary instrument.  Emphasis is placed on developing instrumental techniques, musicianship, and performance skills through the study of standard band literature.  Members of this band will perform several concerts throughout the school year and are eligible to participate in the District Solo & Ensemble Festival.  The class meets daily and the students receive one credit for participation.

Prerequisite:  Completion of Concert Band and/or instructor approval.

Accomplishments

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Wind Ensemble

The Wind Ensemble is the most advanced band at the high school.  This class offers the highest level of musical challenge, and is designed for the serious instrumental music student.  Music selected is often college level literature.  The membership is selected to maintain a balanced instrumentation as well as a high performance level.  Members of this band will perform several times throughout the school year including MSBOA festivals.  Furthermore, members are encouraged to participate in pep-band, jazz band, pit orchestra, study privately, and participate in Flint Institute of Music ensembles.  The class meets daily and students receive one credit for participation.

Prerequisite:  Audition and completion of Concert Band or Symphonic Band