AMR - Concert Band AMH - R&B Band

This course is good for students who already have a bit of experience on an instrument and who would like to challenge themselves to learn more. Students can take this course each year of high school.

When is this course offered?

• These courses are offered AFTER SCHOOL for extra credits

• Students are able to take these courses as well as the ones offered during the regular timetable

• These courses are FULL YEAR courses, meaning they run September to June

• There are two rehearsals a week after school from 2:45pm-4:00pm (Mondays and Wednesdays)

Do I have to buy an instrument to take this course?

• No, the school provides instruments for the students to borrow for the year

What do the students learn in this course?

• Concert Band has a focus on playing concert band music

• Students will expand their knowledge of playing their instrument and playing together as a band

• The instruments that are offered are: flute, oboe, clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba, and drums. Sometimes other instruments can take part (e.g. violin), however the school would be unable to provide them.

• The Concert Band plays at various school events throughout the year and often has opportunities to go on school trips (e.g. Toronto, New York City, etc.)

Why should students take Concert Band?

• Students will learn how to improve on their instrument

• Students who take this course get great performance opportunities and have the chance to go on a trip

• Students can earn up to 8 extra credits by taking after school courses

• Employers are more likely to consider hiring applicants with a solid background of studies in the Arts

• Concert Band fosters a collaborative and respectful community environment for all students

This course is good for students who already have a bit of experience on an instrument and who would like to challenge themselves to learn more. It is also an excellent experience for students who are interested in improving their singing ability and want to sing along with a band. Students can take this course each year of high school.

When is this course offered?

• These courses are offered AFTER SCHOOL for extra credits

• Students are able to take these courses as well as the ones offered during the regular timetable

• These courses are FULL YEAR courses, meaning they run September to June

• These courses have one rehearsal a week after school (2:45pm-4:45pm on Thursdays) and one lunch time rehearsal

Do I have to buy an instrument to take this course?

• No, the school provides instruments for the students to borrow for the year

What do the students learn in this course?

• R&B Band has a focus on playing rhythm and blues music from various eras

• The instruments that are offered in this band are: alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, electric guitar, electric bass, and drums

• These courses also incorporate singers, so both vocalists and instrumentalists are welcome!

• The R&B Band performs at various school events throughout the year and often has opportunities to go on school trips (e.g. Toronto, New York City, etc.)

Why should students take R&B Band?

• Students will learn to improve on their instrument or their singing abilities

• Students who take this course get great performance opportunities and have the chance to go on a trip

• Students can earn up to 8 extra credits by taking after school courses

• Employers are more likely to consider hiring applicants with a solid background of studies in the Arts

• R&B Band fosters a collaborative and respectful community environment for all students