Instructor: Donald Lee Ritchie
Year- long, 1 credit
Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: middle school band class or audition required
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Provides opportunities for intermediate-level performers to increase performance skills and precision on a wind or percussion instrument. Includes performance and production, analysis and theoretical studies, historical and cultural contributions and influences, creative aspects of music and appreciation of music. Stresses individual progress and learning and group experiences; strengthens reading skills. May require some rehearsal time after school.