Advanced Band is for students who have two years of Band or at least two years of private lessons on their instrument with the instructor's approval. Instruction will focus on proper technique, advanced musicality, good rehearsal habits, and expanding students' level of musicianship through listening skills, sight reading, the introduction of minor key signatures, music history, and music theory. Jazz music theory will be introduced as well. This ensemble performs for KEYS Winter and Spring Concerts as well as events outside of KEYS throughout the year.
The following textbooks and supplies are to be purchased by parents.
Under Class Details, see Class Attachment for a picture of the textbook.
Standard of Excellence
Book 3 (specific to the student's instrument)
Kjos Music Company
Author: Pearson
Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method
(specific to the student's instrument)
Kjos Music Company
Co-Authors: Pearson and Sorenson
Supplies:
Instrument
Folding music stand to bring to KEYS
1" 3-ring binder
Metronome/tuner for at-home practice
Instrument-specific supplies
Audition or successful completion of the Intermediate Band with the approval of the instructor. Students may be eligible to participate in the MOST with instructor approval.
Parents are responsible for purchasing all textbooks and supplies before the first day of class.
KEYS will invoice supply fees at the time of registration and class selection. This fee covers materials, lab supplies, and other expenses incurred by the teacher. It is a one-time fee, transferable until August, but non-refundable.
Please note the grade level for this class. Students younger than the recommended grade levels need special permission before signing up for the class. Please contact the office for more information.
What happens if a class is full? You may email administration@keysofva.org to be waitlisted.
