Music Courses > Jazz Band
| Course Name | Jazz Band |
| Course Number | 878S |
| Grade/Meeting time | 9 Alternating days, full year 10 Alternating days, full year 11 Alternating days, full year 12 Alternating days, full year |
| Credit | 1.0 |
| Weight | 1.0 |
| Graduation Requirement | Music or Elective |
| Prerequisite | Previous ensemble performance experience; Audition required | Special Consideration | Students will be required to attend after school rehearsals and weekend and/or evening performances. |
| Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to experience a musical art form that is like no other. The students will learn the nuances of jazz music as they relate to various styles in the jazz idiom. The students will learn to improvise with rhythmic and band accompaniment. The jazz band participates in locally sponsored jazz circuits, providing opportunities for students to perform at local and regional jazz festivals. The jazz band also performs for community events within the local area and region. |
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