Beginning Band is designed for the beginning music student. The course focuses on music literacy covering the basic elements of tone production, instrument care, musicianship, and reading music notation. In this class students will learn to play the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba, or percussion. The specific selection of instruments will be made in collaboration with Mr. Kimball during the first few weeks of school. The Beginning Band experience will culminate with an evening concert performance during the fourth quarter.
This advanced band for students with a minimum of one year experience playing a band instrument, or its equivalent in private study. The goals of this class are to develop teamwork, learn music concepts and skills in alignment with Standards for Music Education and perform in concerts and festivals. Students will learn about different musical styles and continue to develop their technical skills. The students will also begin to cultivate their abilities to critically analyze their performances and the performances of others. Students who did not take band at A.C. Stelle must audition for Mr. Kimball.Â