Concert Band
Concert Band provides students with the study of band literature through rehearsal and performance. This course provides instruction to highly motivated and talented students who are capable of independent interpretation of medium to difficult music (grades III - VI). It offers development of musicianship, tone production, and performance techniques beyond the middle school level. The analysis of music theory, form, style, and history is included in the performance preparation of varied literature. Attendance at out-of-school rehearsals and performances is required.
The Concert Band has 2 annual performances, one in the winter and one in the Spring. Also in the Spring, the band will perform at the Florida Bandmaster's Association Music Performance Assessment. In addition to these performances there may be other fun opportunities, especially around the holidays. We also look for chances to travel when we can and have performed many times over the years around the country.
Students in Concert Band, as well as other musicians in the Music Department, also have a chance to try out solos and small ensembles that they can also then take to the Florida Bandmaster's Association Solo & Ensemble Festival. Those who achieve a Superior rating can then perform at the state level.
Additionally, our students have opportunities to try out for All-County and All-State Bands, and many of our students have also participated in local community bands. In fact, the Clearwater Community Band practices at Countryside High School.
Concert Band provides students with the study of band literature through rehearsal and performance. This course provides instruction to highly motivated and talented students who are capable of independent interpretation of medium to difficult music (grades III - VI). It offers development of musicianship, tone production, and performance techniques beyond the middle school level. The analysis of music theory, form, style, and history is included in the performance preparation of varied literature. Attendance at out-of-school rehearsals and performances is required.
The Concert Band has 2 annual performances, one in the winter and one in the Spring. Also in the Spring, the band will perform at the Florida Bandmaster's Association Music Performance Assessment. In addition to these performances there may be other fun opportunities, especially around the holidays. We also look for chances to travel when we can and have performed many times over the years around the country.
Students in Concert Band, as well as other musicians in the Music Department, also have a chance to try out solos and small ensembles that they can also then take to the Florida Bandmaster's Association Solo & Ensemble Festival. Those who achieve a Superior rating can then perform at the state level.
Additionally, our students have opportunities to try out for All-County and All-State Bands, and many of our students have also participated in local community bands. In fact, the Clearwater Community Band practices at Countryside High School.