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IMS Band

Orchestra Students

Band 6
Attention is focused on introductory music fundamentals, technical achievement, and acquisition of performance and rehearsal skills through exposure to a variety of literature. Membership is open to all students who wish to extend their knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of music by learning to play a wind, string, or percussion instrument. No previous experience is required for Band 6. Students enrolled should be capable of completing the requirement for Proficiency Level I. The beginning student is usually expected to furnish his/her own instrument

Note: Students may opt out of this year-long course at the end of the first semester.

Band 7
This course is a continuation of the technical training started in the beginning class.  Emphasis  is placed on the acquisition of skills necessary to meet high standards of music performance. The student is exposed to a wide variety of band literature. Membership is open to all students who successfully complete Band 6 or with the director's approval.

Band 8
In this year-long course students are acquainted with the great heritage of symphonic literature and are given the opportunity to develop high standards of general musicianship. Emphasis is placed on artistic performance commensurate with the maturation level and experience of the group. Performances are an important part of group activities. After-school rehearsals and performances are required of students.  Membership is open to all students who have successfully completed Band 7 or with the director's approval.

Note: Students may opt out of this year-long course at the end of the first semester.

Mr. Leon Edwards and trumpet

Mr. Leon Edwards, Band Director

Mr. Edwards also teaches some Chorus classes.

Band Students

 

 

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