FINE ARTS MUSIC Concert Band (0254) Credit 1.0 This band is open to all students. The band will meet all year and will be composed of students with previous experience on a wind or percussion instrument. Participation carries with it the responsibility of attendance at a few rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. Concert Band Honors (0253) Credit 1.0 Students enrolled in the honors level will rehearse/perform in the same ensemble as the other Concert Band students, with added responsibilities. These could include festival auditions and participation in other ensembles/ music courses. See instructor for details. Marching/Symphonic Band (0251) Credit 1.0 This band is open to all students who wish to perform and compete on an advanced level outside of the school day. The band will meet all year and will be composed of students with previous experience on a wind or percussion instrument. The first semester will be devoted to marching band while the second semester will be devoted to indoor symphonic band. Participation carries with it the responsibility of attendance at rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. There is mandatory Band Camp 1 week prior to the start of school. Marching/Symphonic Band Honors (0250) Credit 1.0 Students enrolled in the honors level will rehearse/perform in the same ensemble as the other Marching/ Symphonic Band students, with added responsibilities. These could include festival auditions and participation in other ensembles/ music courses. See instructor for details. Color Guard (0256) Credit .5 Students perform with flags and other equipment to enhance the East Lyme Viking Band. No musical training necessary. Color Guard meets first semester with the Marching Band class Participation requires attendance at summer band camp and all related activities. Mixed Chorus (0260) Credit 1.0 This mixed voice (SATB) ensemble is open to everyone! No previous experience necessary. Students will learn music literacy, vocal technique and ensemble skills through accessible choral literature from many different genres and cultures. Students are required to attend various rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. Concert Choir (0264) Credit 1.0 In this premiere mixed voice (SATB) ensemble, students learn music literacy, vocal technique and ensemble skills through challenging choral literature from many different genres and cultures. 9-12 grade students are typically chosen by auditioning the previous school year. Students are required to attend various rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. Prerequisite: Audition/instructor approval. Students currently in grades 8-11 can audition for the following year.
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