We divide the bands into 2 performing ensembles at Park High based on interest and skill level.
Band #1: Symphonic Band
This band is for students looking to continue developing their musicianship skills. We work on moderate level scales, rhythms and tempi (to name a few) in a variety of musical styles and settings to foster that growth. We perform in the Young Band Festival at ERHS where we also receive a clinic and feedback.
Band #2: Wind Ensemble
Students interested in elevating their skills further can audition to be a part of this group (see below for details). We work on higher lever skills, including more rigorous key signatures, difficult rhythms and challenging tempi in a wider variety of musical styles and settings. We perform at the SEC Music Festival and the MSHSL Music Festival for clinician comments and ratings. Students are eligible to apply for membership in the SEC All Conference Band.
If you would like to be considered for the Wind Ensemble, do one of the following by April 16th:
1. Email me. Tell me why you would like to be in Wind Ensemble. Ask me to listen to your scales and solo project from Trimester 2 as your audition.
2. Make a video of you playing the items below. Place those videos in a google folder. Send me an email with a link to the folder and tell me why you would like to be in the Wind Ensemble.
Major Scales in Concert C, F, Bb, Eb, and Ab with a metronome.
(see pg 43 in the "Foundations" Book)
Concert Bb Chromatic Scale with a metronome.
(see pg 42-43 in the "Foundations" Book)
Play your solo from Trimester 2.
Questions? Concerns? Stop by and chat with me. I will take as many people that qualify and that we have spots for a balanced ensemble. Those not selected for the Wind Ensemble will be placed in the Symphonic Band, where their musical skills are greatly needed and appreciated!
Below are NOT necessary for the Spring 2021 Auditions.
1. Major Scales in Concert C, F, Bb, Eb, Ab, Db and Gb on at least 8th notes at 100.
(see pg 42-43 in the "Foundations" Book)
2. Concert F Chromatic Scale on at least 8th notes at 120.
(see pg 43 in the "Foundations" Book)
3. Symphonic Band
Prepare 1 portion of your concert music and your solo for the Solo & Ensemble event..
4. Schedule an audition (click here)
Questions? Concerns? Stop by and chat with me. I will take as many people that qualify and that we have spots for a balanced ensemble. Those not selected for the Wind Ensemble will be placed in the Symphonic Band, where their musical skills are greatly needed and appreciated!