Through group lessons and private practice, students increase their technical proficiency on their instrument. Students are required to attend all after-school and evening rehearsals, and all scheduled performances. Enrollment in band is a prerequisite for performing in any other ensembles such as marching band, jazz band, orchestra, or percussion ensemble. Wind Ensemble is an honors level course open to a limited number of brass, woodwind, and percussion students selected through an audition process. Audition requirements may be obtained from the Music Department.
Students study more difficult repertoire written for smaller wind bands.
Students are expected to attend group lessons which are offered on a rotating schedule throughout the day. Through private practice and group lessons, students increase their technical proficiency. Students are required to attend all scheduled afternoon and evening rehearsals and all performances. Students are expected to audition for Region Band. Students not able to audition must complete an alternate performance experience.