Concert Orchestra

CONCERT ORCHESTRA:  Incoming Freshman start in this orchestra and audition for placement. The musicians in this orchestra focus on fundamental/intermediate string techniques, begin/continue developing advance techniques, developing leadership skills, intermediate level music theory/comprehension, and begin developing upper level musicianship. Grade 2-4 string orchestra literature is performed as well as all Major and minor 2 octave scales and the introduction/review of 3 octave major scales and advanced bowing techniques. Some after school rehearsals may be possible for concert preparation.  This group may be combined with winds for full orchestra as needed for performances. The Concert Orchestra will perform several times per year, including all orchestra concerts and orchestra festivals.

 

Length: Year

Offered: Fall/Spring

Number of Periods per Semester: One

 

Grade Level: 9

Course Prerequisites:  Ability to Play a String Instrument

 

Application: None

Tryout :  None

Counselor Approval Required: None

 

Dual Credit: No

Weighted: No

 

Diploma Path: Directed Elective or Elective for All Diploma Paths,  Fulfills a Fine Arts Requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Quantitative Reasoning: No

 

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