Symphonic Band Honors A/B/C (Pf)

Grade Level: 9-12

Length: Year Long – 15 units Fulfills: UC “f” Requirements

Prerequisites: Previous experience on a wind band instrument, at least one year of participation in the Concert Band class and/or instructors’ approval, and audition.

Course Description: Symphonic Band Honors is a year-long, performance-oriented class designed to allow experienced musicians to improve and maximize their capabilities on their given instrument. Students will learn and perform advanced music from the concert/symphonic band repertory. Performances will include a fall, winter, and spring concert, and festivals/competitions in which the ensemble is entered. Attendance at all performances is required. As part of the honors program, students will also complete a series of theoretical and research based requirements including but not limited to solo & ensemble performances, all state auditions, class recitals, and a research portfolio. Participation in Marching Band is a requirement of all band students. All students must audition for this course.