Concert Bands & Jazz
Symphonic Band
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Symphonic Band is an unauditioned group which consists of students in grades 9-12 who are at a beginner to intermediate level of ability. This group meets every day during the school day for the full year. Symphonic Band usually includes three concerts a year, plus several extra performance opportunities.
Wind Ensemble
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Wind Ensemble is an auditioned group which consists of students in grades 9-12 who are at a an intermediate to advanced level of ability. This group meets every day during the school day for the full year. Wind Ensemble usually includes three concerts a year, plus several extra performance opportunities.
Jazz Ensemble 1
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Jazz 1 is an auditioned group which consists of traditional jazz instrumentation. This group meets two times per week during the school year.
Jazz Ensemble 2
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Jazz 2 is an unauditioned group open to any instrument. This group meets two times per week during the school year.