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    The major outcomes of the music department are:

    Band 6
    • Learn how to hold an instrument and read music at a beginning level 
    • Produce good tones and perform in an ensemble 
    Band 7
    • Increase understanding of tone quality, intonation/pitch, rhythm/meter, technique and interpretation 
    • Expand instrumental skills playing music from many historical periods and styles 
    • Learn improvisation skills 
    Band 8
    • Advanced levels of skill development and musicianship 
    • Focus on the finer nuances of musical performance 
    Choir 6
    • Learn to use voice correctly 
    • Perform a variety of styles of music from different cultures and historical periods 
    • Study the elements of music and gain reading and notating skills 
    Choir 7
    • Sing and perform a variety of styles of music 
    • Increase understanding of tone quality, intonation/pitch, rhythm/meter, technique and interpretation 
    • Acquire vocal skills and musicianship 
    Choir 8
    • Sing and perform a variety of styles of music 
    • Achieve advanced vocal skills and musicianship 
    Orchestra 6
    • Learn how to hold an instrument and read music at a beginning level 
    • Produce good tones and perform in an ensemble 
    Orchestra 7
    • Increase understanding of tone quality, intonation/pitch, rhythm/meter, technique and interpretation 
    • Introduce to orchestra ensemble playing with an emphasis on the bow stroke and fundamentals of music 
    • Learn improvisation skills 
    Orchestra 8
    • Advance skill development and musicianship 
    • Focus on the finer nuances of musical performance