Independence Middle School
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Soaring to Success

Orchestra 6
This course is focused on introductory music fundamentals, technical achievement, and acquisition of performance and rehearsal skills. Membership is open to all students who have successfully completed Orchestra 5. 

Orchestra 7
Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of skills necessary to meet high standards of music and orchestral performance. Membership is open to all students who successfully complete Orchestra 6, or with the director's approval.

Orchestra 8
In this year-long course students are given opportunity to develop high standards of general musicianship. Emphasis is placed on artistic performance. Performances are an important part of group activities. After-school rehearsals and performances are required of students.  Membership is open to all students who successfully complete Orchestra 7 or with the director's approval.