Objectives

Upon Completion of the Instrumental Music Program, students will be able to:

1. Follow rehearsal procedures as outlined in this handbook.

2. Meet all performance obligations as listed on the calendar.

3. Demonstrate performance competencies in the following areas:

Tone- Will demonstrate a tone characteristic of their instrument.
Ensemble- Will demonstrate the ability to play with an ensemble and
        follow the director
Intonation- Will demonstrate an understanding of intonation and be able to
        adjust accordingly to blend with an ensemble.
Technique- Will demonstrate an ability to control their instrument with
         respect to tone, range, dexterity, endurance and flexibility through
        the use of developmental exercises.
 Style- Will demonstrate a sensitivity and understanding of music of
        different styles with respect to phrasing, dynamics and
        articulations
Creativity- Will demonstrate the ability to shape and interpret music reflecting
        individual style and preference
Skills- Will demonstrate the ability to count rhythms in multiple meters using a consistent method of subdidvision.
           Will demonstrate the ability to perform scales as indicated by the director.

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