Concert Band:
The Concert Band is for all grades of students who have had previous successful musical experiences throughout middle school and into high school. Students will have the opportunity to advance in individual technique and grow in musical experience and concepts in preparation for more in-depth study. The ensemble performs public concerts and school functions. The Concert Band will strive to make achievements at the N.C.B.A. State Contest and may also elect to perform at other Nationally Judged Festivals. Students are urged to perform in this ensemble for the FULL YEAR and there are two sections of the class – an honors level as well as an academic level. Students are all in the same ensemble, however, students may take the course for honors credit with additional requirements throughout the school year.
Symphonic Band:
The Symphonic Band is Rolesville’s premier audition-only band. The serious music student will explore the art of music, from the classical “standards” by the Masters to pieces by contemporary composers. Students will learn advanced technique and musical concepts. The Symphonic Band will perform for ratings at the N.C.B.A. State Contest, and usually attends at least one other judged festival. It is the featured performance band at many school functions. The Symphonic Band merges music with movement and visual effect to perform at home football games, parades, and competitions. Further, every student is expected to attend all Performances, Band Camp dates in July/August, early morning rehearsals during football season and other times during the school year as well as weekly section rehearsals as needed. Students in this Ensemble are expected to perform for a FULL YEAR and has both honors and academic credits.
The Concert Band is for all grades of students who have had previous successful musical experiences throughout middle school and into high school. Students will have the opportunity to advance in individual technique and grow in musical experience and concepts in preparation for more in-depth study. The ensemble performs public concerts and school functions. The Concert Band will strive to make achievements at the N.C.B.A. State Contest and may also elect to perform at other Nationally Judged Festivals. Students are urged to perform in this ensemble for the FULL YEAR and there are two sections of the class – an honors level as well as an academic level. Students are all in the same ensemble, however, students may take the course for honors credit with additional requirements throughout the school year.
Symphonic Band:
The Symphonic Band is Rolesville’s premier audition-only band. The serious music student will explore the art of music, from the classical “standards” by the Masters to pieces by contemporary composers. Students will learn advanced technique and musical concepts. The Symphonic Band will perform for ratings at the N.C.B.A. State Contest, and usually attends at least one other judged festival. It is the featured performance band at many school functions. The Symphonic Band merges music with movement and visual effect to perform at home football games, parades, and competitions. Further, every student is expected to attend all Performances, Band Camp dates in July/August, early morning rehearsals during football season and other times during the school year as well as weekly section rehearsals as needed. Students in this Ensemble are expected to perform for a FULL YEAR and has both honors and academic credits.