Music Concentration

The Program

The Music Concentration Program is designed to give students the opportunity to enjoy ensemble music through performing in a concert band (made up of woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments). Music Concentration students develop the techniques and knowledge of both musical theory and musical practice as well as the discipline required of a performing musician. Music Concentration students pursue excellence as musicians and endeavour to become outstanding school citizens by participating in concerts, festivals and other events organized throughout the year.

Objectives

• Read and write music

• Play the instrument with a pleasant tone and a good sense of rhythm

• Communicate emotions and ideas through musical performance

• Follow the rules of ensemble playing

• Recognize and name various musical signs and symbols

• Make connections between performance and listening to and appreciating music

• Play and study music from a variety of genres

Expectations 

Criteria for Entry:
Students should have some basic musical knowledge, having taken music in Secondary 1 and/or Secondary 2, or from private music lessons. It is not necessary to have previously played a wind instrument.

• Each student will be assigned an instrument to play and must take care to keep it clean and in its case. Players of wind instruments are able to take the instrument home.

• Music Concentration students are expected to practice on their own regularly and to keep and submit a monthly practice journal.

• All materials and equipment belonging to the music department must be paid for if lost or broken/damaged.

• Extra rehearsals as needed after school are obligatory.

• Each student is expected to be dressed appropriately with band polo, black pants and shoes for every performance.

Concentration Fees

In addition to regular school fees, a music concentration fee will be charged to cover the cost of possible coaching by specialists, workshops, participation in music festivals, transportation and uniform (polo shirt). All fees are subject to the approval of the Governing Board.