This course is similar to AVI 10 above. However, special efforts are made to help students expand their vocabulary and understanding of Canadian art. A field trip to see Canadian art is an essential part of the art appreciation component. This course is designed to widen the student's knowledge of the world of music through the study of band instruments. Students are allocated one of woodwind, brass or percussion instruments in accordance with desirable balanced instrumentation.
Training begins with a thorough analysis of the fundamentals of tone production on wind instruments.
The classes progress at a steady pace through a series of graded lessons during which students learn to use all the basic playing skills. Along with this, instruction is given in instrument care, ban room procedures and general bank deportment and responsibility. As knowledge and playing skills increase, interesting graded repertoire is introduced. The students are also given opportunities to create their own compositions. The Junior Band performs each spring at the Annual Music Night Concert.