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| Department Description |
| Students in the IMHS music program are lucky to have such dedicated instructors. IMHS is always well shown at area and regional competitions. The Mountaineer Music program is in great hands with this young and very caring staff. |
| Jazz Ensemble Description | ||
| Class Number: 913 | Credit: .5 | 9-12 |
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Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Concert Band, successful completion of
three years middle school and/or high school band, and successful audition for
ensemble. Jazz Ensemble is an advanced music class in which one particular
genre of music is studied jazz. Emphasis is placed on style and
improvisation, listening, and jazz history. Music selections include Big
Band, blues, and modern jazz literature. Students enrolling in Jazz Ensemble should be prepared to make the commitment to attend class at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Thursday, and every other Friday for the entire year. The curriculum is cumulative. Preparation for Spring Concert, Festival, and civic performances takes place throughout the entire school year. Performances include two school concerts, Solo and Ensemble Festival (as an ensemble), and several community performances each year. In addition, the Jazz Ensemble performs as the pep band for the varsity boys' basketball season. Educational travel opportunities are offered occasionally to enhance students' musicianship. |
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| Concert Band Description | ||
| Class Number: 910 | Credits 1.00 | 9-12 |
| Concert Band is open to all students who have successfully completed Middle School Band or who, through private instruction, have achieved a proficient level at the various band instruments. Concert Band performs at two concerts each year and participates in Concert Festival in the spring. Students are also encouraged to participate in Solo and Ensemble Festival in the spring. The Concert Band performs as the pep/marching band for football season and performs at local and school events and civic parades. Music studied includes classical, pop, and standard band literature. Students enrolling in Concert Band should enroll for the entire year as the curriculum for the year is cumulative and preparation for Spring Concert, Festival, and civic performances takes place throughout the entire school year. Educational travel opportunities are offered occasionally to enhance students' musicianship. | ||
| Mountaineer Magic | ||
| Class Number: 911 | Credit 1.00 | 9-12 |
| Students in this course will be concentrating on pitch identification and general music training. This group will be performing for the Christmas concert, Spring concert, solo ensemble and large group festival. | ||