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JAZZ BAND
JAZZ BAND
Jazz Band is designed for students in grades 9-12 interested in performing music in the jazz, rock, funk and other popular music genres at the intermediate level (approximately NYSSMA levels 3-4). Students will develop aural and improvisation skills specific to these styles. Wind, brass, string, and percussion students are required to be enrolled in a full-block instrumental ensemble to be enrolled in Jazz Band; piano and guitar students are accepted by audition only. This class meets four out of four days for 23 minutes. At least three major concerts are presented each year. Attendance at all concerts is required. Instrumentation is at the discretion of the director, depending on enrollment.
Jazz Band is designed for students in grades 9-12 interested in performing music in the jazz, rock, funk and other popular music genres at the intermediate level (approximately NYSSMA levels 3-4). Students will develop aural and improvisation skills specific to these styles. Wind, brass, string, and percussion students are required to be enrolled in a full-block instrumental ensemble to be enrolled in Jazz Band; piano and guitar students are accepted by audition only. This class meets four out of four days for 23 minutes. At least three major concerts are presented each year. Attendance at all concerts is required. Instrumentation is at the discretion of the director, depending on enrollment.
JAZZ ENSEMBLE
JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Jazz Ensemble is open to students in grades 9-12 who have been selected by audition. Wind, brass, string, and percussion students are required to be enrolled in a full-block instrumental ensemble to enroll into Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble is intended for students who have a desire to achieve a high level of artistry and musicianship on their instrument, while building on the technical skills acquired through previous experience in Jazz Band. Students will further develop aural and improvisation skills in the jazz, rock, funk, and other popular music genres at an advanced level (approximately NYSSMA levels 5-6). This class meets four out of four days for 23 minutes. At least four major concerts are presented each year. Jazz Ensemble participates in school concerts throughout the year, as well as special events. Attendance at all concerts is required. Instrumentation is at the discretion of the director and determined by audition.
Jazz Ensemble is open to students in grades 9-12 who have been selected by audition. Wind, brass, string, and percussion students are required to be enrolled in a full-block instrumental ensemble to enroll into Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble is intended for students who have a desire to achieve a high level of artistry and musicianship on their instrument, while building on the technical skills acquired through previous experience in Jazz Band. Students will further develop aural and improvisation skills in the jazz, rock, funk, and other popular music genres at an advanced level (approximately NYSSMA levels 5-6). This class meets four out of four days for 23 minutes. At least four major concerts are presented each year. Jazz Ensemble participates in school concerts throughout the year, as well as special events. Attendance at all concerts is required. Instrumentation is at the discretion of the director and determined by audition.
MUSIC PLUGGED IN
MUSIC PLUGGED IN
Music Plugged In is a full-year course designed to provide a wide range of musical experiences for students interested in combining current music technology with personal musicianship and career goals. Through the study of popular music from the early 20th century to today, students will learn about the composition of modern popular music within a lab environment. While building and refining basic skills in music theory and literacy, students will compose, arrange, and perform their own music using industry-standard software and equipment. During this course, students will be introduced to several careers in sound recording and music technology. The culmination of this course is a web-based portfolio showcasing each student's work.
Music Plugged In is a full-year course designed to provide a wide range of musical experiences for students interested in combining current music technology with personal musicianship and career goals. Through the study of popular music from the early 20th century to today, students will learn about the composition of modern popular music within a lab environment. While building and refining basic skills in music theory and literacy, students will compose, arrange, and perform their own music using industry-standard software and equipment. During this course, students will be introduced to several careers in sound recording and music technology. The culmination of this course is a web-based portfolio showcasing each student's work.
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