Music Department

Band

755 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Full Year 1 Credit

This course is open to all students. Music reading ability will be assessed by a basic music skills test consisting of rhythm and pitch reading given by the band director. Students are required to perform in seasonal concerts, and other community events which include Pep band or other musical ensembles. The McNamara Pep Band will perform at home Varsity Football and Varsity boys and girls basketball games. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the All-Catholic Honor Band, ILMEA, and Solo and Ensemble Contest. Additional opportunities are provided for students to participate in volunteer performances, including community performances, Jazz Band and Liturgical Ensembles. Individual lessons with the instructor will be offered to students interested in joining band, who lack previous experience.

Honors Band

774 Grades 10, 11, 12

Full Year 1 Credit

This course is open to all students who have mastered a band instrument and can read music. Music reading ability will be assessed by a basic music skills test consisting of rhythm and pitch reading given by the band director. Students are required to perform in seasonal concerts, and other community events which include Pep Band, Organizational Contest, Community, and Grade school visits. The McNamara Pep Band will perform at home Varsity Football and Varsity boys and girls basketball games. Students must participate in two of the following events: All-Catholic Honor Band, ILMEA, and Solo and Ensemble Contest. Additional opportunities are provided for students to participate in volunteer performances, including community performances, Jazz Band and Liturgical Ensembles. PRE-REQUISITES: AUDITION APPROVAL FROM INSTRUCTOR REQUIRED. STUDENTS ARE LIMITED TO ONE TOTAL HONORS CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. COURSE WILL NOT BE ON STUDENT ENROLLMENT SHEETS AND REQUEST FOR ENROLLMENT MUST COME FROM BAND INSTRUCTOR DIRECTLY.