Wind Ensemble

What is Wind Ensemble?

This yearlong class offers the traditional music education band experience at an advanced level. The instruments taught are woodwinds, brass, and percussion. This level is for students that have completed at least two full years of instrument music instruction. Audition and approval are needed to be accepted into the Wind Ensemble/Marching Band. Musical topics are continued to be developed through rehearsal and performance. The students continue their development through a mandatory after school practice schedule, including instrument sectionals, and performance opportunities throughout the year. Each student will be responsible for renting and maintaining an instrument for this class. Instrument rentals must be secured by the first day of school. Instruments must meet quality standards set by the Band Director. Wind Ensemble/ Marching Band students begin rehearsals during the summer before the start of the school year. High school students participating in the full Marching season are eligible for a PE II Waiver. 

Each student will need the following for the Wind Ensemble Class daily.

1. Foundations for Superior Performance Book (instrument specific) - Available at local music store locations or online.

2. Instrument in working condition with additional supplies (oil, grease, reeds, etc.).

3. Music binder (1"-1.5" Black 3 ring binder)

4. Pencil