Enriched Band is being offered as an option for students interested in pursuing additional music activities outside of the daily class time. It will be offered as an option at all levels of band; therefore, there will be Freshmen Concert Band, Enriched Freshmen Concert Band, Gold Concert Band, Enriched Gold Concert Band, Black Concert Band, Enriched Black Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Enriched Symphonic Band. All students will perform an audition in the spring (as we have always done) and meet in the same way we have always rehearsed.
Students who opt to take the enriched version of their concert band assignment will be required to complete a worksheet each quarter documenting their plan for earning the enriched grades. Students will have a "menu" of activities to choose from and various point values associated with those activities. Students will be expected to complete their activities during the quarter, obtaining the necessary evidence to document completion (i.e. private lesson teacher's signature, programs from concert attendance, etc). Materials will be submitted at the end of the quarter and students will receive a weighted grade for their work.
This is a great opportunity for students who are independent learners and are motivated to learn more about music. When deciding whether or not Enriched Band is for you, please keep in mind that all activities will take place outside of the regular school day with limited direction by the band directors. While students are encouraged to explore this option, the directors realize this is not for everyone.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Culver.
Have a great week! :-)
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