Course

20805216 Concert Band 1
Course Information
Description
Students perform in a full concert band, applying and refining instrumental technique while developing ensemble skills. Repertoire includes intermediate-level works for wind band, including original compositions and arrangements. Open to woodwind, brass, and percussion students by placement audition. Participation includes 2–3 public performances outside regular rehearsal time.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Explore intermediate-level concert band repertoire of the early- and mid-20th century
    Assessment Strategies
    Participate in ensemble rehearsals, complete individual practice assignments, perform music of an intermediate level in public ensemble concerts
    Criteria
    Prepare to play before a rehearsal begins.
    Prepare to play before a performance begins.
    Participate in ensemble warm-up activities.
    Participate in ensemble tuning.
    Perform rhythms accurately as assigned.
    Perform melodies accurately as assigned.
    Perform with appropriate articulation.
    Perform with appropriate volume level to achieve ensemble balance.
    Perform with appropriate tone quality.
    Perform with correct intonation.
    Perform assigned parts with others.
    Perform solos as assigned and appropriate.
    Respond appropriately to the conductor’s verbal instructions.
    Respond appropriately to the conductor’s non-verbal conducting gestures.
    Make appropriate comments to other members of your section.
    Respond appropriately to the comments of your colleagues.
    Arrive prior to performance time

  2. Analyze aspects of concert band performance etiquette
    Assessment Strategies
    Participate in ensemble rehearals, perform music of an intermediate level in public ensemble concerts
    Criteria
    Prepared to play before a rehearsal begins.
    Prepared to play before a performance begins.
    Participate in ensemble warm-up activities.
    Participate in ensemble tuning.
    Perform rhythms accurately as assigned.
    Perform melodies accurately as assigned.
    Perform with appropriate articulation.
    Perform with appropriate volume level to achieve ensemble balance.
    Perform with appropriate tone quality.
    Perform with correct intonation.
    Perform assigned parts with others.
    Perform solos as assigned and appropriate.
    Respond appropriately to the conductor’s verbal instructions.
    Respond appropriately to the conductor’s non-verbal conducting gestures.
    Make appropriate comments to other members of your section.
    Respond appropriately to the comments of your colleagues.
    Arrive prior to performance time

  3. Demonstrate ensemble performance skills through accurate technique, balance, blend, and musical interpretation in a concert band setting
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Arrive prior to performance time