Concert Band (Period 4)
Course Description
This is a yearlong course for the student who has had previous training in music, or the desire to learn a new instrument. The first semester focuses on Marching Band, where students will perform at several highly competitive events to further their education, as well as performing at school and community events. The second semester will focus on Concert Band (Symphonic Band) which follows the Visual and Performing Arts Standards by developing and expanding musical expression, aesthetic judgments, connections in society, as well as providing a greater understanding of music from various classical periods, composers, and cultures. Students will need to be prepared to rehearse daily on basic fundamentals and exercises to steadily progress their talents to a higher level. Students are required to act responsibly and maintain a level of pride, dignity and professionalism at all times as they are representing La Quinta High School (LQHS) and the Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD).