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music department - warwick valley high school

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• Bands

• Orchestra (concert calendar and additional important dates)

• Chorus

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Click here for more information and a list of competitions, dates and places.

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Below is a list of all the music courses taught at W.V.H.S.

MUSIC IN OUR LIVES BAND
MIXED CHORUS WIND ENSEMBLE
MEISTERSINGERS MUSIC THEORY
SELECT WOMEN’S CHORUS ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) MUSIC THEORY
SELECT MEN’S CHORUS ORCHESTRA

 

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Band is a course encompassing all aspects of instrumental music. The goal of the band is for its members to constantly progress in order to play more challenging and more interesting concert band literature. Prerequisite: Students must be proficient on traditional band instruments and able to read music. See Curriculum Guide for more information. (pdf)

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The wind ensemble is a performing group designed for more advanced study of traditional, classical and contemporary wind band literature. Prerequisite: Audition and Teacher Recommendation. 
See Curriculum Guide for more information. (pdf)

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The Jazz Ensemble is an after-school club directed by Mr. Persad. Students must audition to be able to participate in the Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Club meets Wednesdays from 2 to 3:00 p.m. The ensemble works on classical jazz pieces and improvisation and performs at several concerts during the school year.

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Students who play violin, viola, cello, or string bass are invited to participate in the Orchestra.
Students receive a weekly homogeneous group lesson and a daily ensemble rehearsal. A variety of repertoire will be studied from different music periods. An audition is required for students who are not participating in a formal school instrumental program prior to enrolling in the course.
Prerequisite: Students must be proficient on one of the above string instruments and be able to read music.  See Curriculum Guide for more information. (pdf)

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Orchestra Club meets after school with Ms. Gould. Students in Orchestra Club have an opportunity to learn more - beyond the regular orchestra repertoire. Students can learn and practice NYSSMA solo music, All County music, Area All State and chamber music on a more individual basis. Students who have a desire to play and learn more are encouraged to join. See Ms. Gould for more information.

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There are several chorus group courses offered at the high school - Mixed Chorus, Meistersingers, Select Women's Chorus and Select Men's Chorus. Mr. Clark is the instructor for all groups.  
See Curriculum Guide for more information. (pdf)