Nixa High School Course Description Book - Flipbook - Page 52
MARCHING BAND - 1210 (Repeatable)
Grade Level: 9-12
1 Sem = 0.5 Credit
PR
Fee: $50
Marching Band is a performance-based class that is co-curricular in nature. Out-of-class
rehearsals and performances are required and included in the student’s final grade. The
Crimson Corps is an ensemble that functions as a competitive marching band and
competes at the district and state level, as well as at all home varsity football games,
community events and concerts. While all students will perform in some capacity, it
should be noted that not all students will be full time performers and performance times
will vary. During the second semester, the band splits into separate concert bands,
meeting at different hours, with students placed by audition.
Prerequisite: Experience and teacher permission/placement.
CONCERT BAND - 1211 (Repeatable)
1 Sem = 0.5 Credit
PR
Grade Level: 9-12
No. Semesters: Students should sign up for 2 semesters of instrumental music classes, one
each semester.
Concert Band is a performance-based class. The band performs concerts, community
events, and competes at the district and state level. This class will focus on the
fundamentals of instrumental music.
Prerequisite: Experience & teacher permission.
SYMPHONIC BAND - 1216 (Repeatable)
1 Sem = 0.5 Credit
PR
Grade Level: 9-12
No. Semesters: Students are able to take this class 1st semester IN ADDITION to Marching
Band.
Symphonic Band is a performance-based class. The band performs concerts, community
events, and competes at the district and state level. This class will explore a more indepth study of musicality and technical ability. Students enrolled in this class will be
expected to strive for a higher level of achievement, both individually and as an
ensemble. Students will be encouraged to explore solo literature as well as small
