Orchestral Winds

ORCHESTRAL WINDS (ADV CONC BAND ORCH): This performance ensemble is open to wind players in grades 10-12.  The primary goal of this course is to teach students authentic, performance-based musical skills for wind players so to collaborate with the ZCHS string program and create a “full orchestra experience.”  Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop elements of musicianship including, but not limited to, (1) tone production, (2) technical skills, (3) intonation, (4) music reading skills, (5) listening skills, (6) analyzing music, and (7) studying historically significant styles of symphonic literature.   Some after school rehearsals may be possible for concert preparation.  This group may be combined with full orchestra as needed for performances.

 

Length:Year

Offered: Fall/Spring

Number of Periods per Semester: One

 

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Course Prerequisites:  Two semesters of high school music, band preferred

 

Application: None

Tryout : Yes, see orchestra director for more information.

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

 

Other: Additional costs are associated with this course.  Please see the Orchestra Director for more Information.