Program Overview
Music education includes both performance based courses and introductory courses in the areas of percussion and keyboarding. Performance opportunities exist for students who elect Band and Chorus. Music Education is a hands-on experience that focuses on the basic elements of music. Students will learn basic components of percussion and/or piano keyboarding. In addition, students in Grades 7 and 8 band may audition for Jazz Band. Students will also participate and compete in choral festivals outside the school. Students must be members in good standing of the eighth grade choral program.
Other information regarding our Band and Chorus programs can be found HERE.
Course Overview
Grade 6 | Band & Chorus | All year; class meets every other day |
Grade 7 | Band & Chorus | All year; class meets every other day |
Jazz Band (*by audition only) | All year; class meets every other day | |
Grade 8 | Band & Chorus | All year; class meets every other day |
Jazz Band (*by audition only) | All year; class meets every other day | |
Grades 6-8 | Music Education | One trimester, class meets every other day |