Band and Orchestra
PA7210Z String Orchestra - Curriculum A
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 points
In this course, students will develop instrumental and ensemble skills through such standards as: performing with expression and technical accuracy, exploring a large repertoire of ensemble literature representing various genres and historical periods and acquiring the knowledge of the technical vocabulary of music.
Pianists may elect this course only by permission of instructor.
PA72110Z Honors String Orchestra– Curriculum H
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 points
In this honors level course, students will develop advanced instrumental and ensemble skills through such standards as: playing in a small ensemble, playing music of an advanced degree of difficulty, and being encouraged to perform solo. The Honors Orchestra performs music from the Baroque period to contemporary popular selections and is aligned with the Massachusetts Arts Frameworks and core concepts.
Required Entry Criteria: Audition
PA7105Z Honors Symphonic Band - Curriculum H
PA7205Z Symphonic Band - Curriculum A
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 points
This Symphonic Band course is open to all instrumentalists. Students will explore various musical styles and historical periods by playing with expression, playing with technical accuracy, and demonstrating well-developed ensemble skills. Pianists may elect this course only by permission of instructor. Students wishing to take this course at Honors level (PA7105) must qualify by audition, perform a selection approved by the instructor at the end of each marking period, and study privately.
PA7220Z Jazz Band - Curriculum A
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 points
The Jazz Band course is open to all qualified instrumentalists. Students will explore various musical styles from early Jazz to Latin and fusion through such standards as playing with expression, playing with technical accuracy and demonstrating well-developed ensemble skills. Students will also be encouraged to improvise in different styles. All Students electing this course must be members of the Symphonic Band, String Orchestra, or Mixed Chorus. Required Entry Criteria: Audition