E E Smith High – Band-Proficient

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Band-Profi cient is an honors level performance-oriented course that develops technical accuracy and expression needed for rigorous ensemble and solo performance. This course is aligned to the Essential Standards music curriculum at the profi cient level. Band- Profi cient focuses on music literature at levels IV-V that requires well- developed technical skills, attention to phrasing and interpretation, and the ability to perform various meters and rhythms in a variety of keys. This course provides a foundation for profi ciencies in performance, conducting, listening, appreciation, history, analyzing, composing, the use of current technology, and research culminating in written reports. Students broaden and refi ne their skills in improvising, composing and arranging music and their knowledge of music in the context of historical periods, cultures, and contemporary styles and genres. Students formulate and apply aesthetic criteria to analyze, evaluate, and describe musical compositions and performances. Students create and maintain portfolios containing written, audio, or visual examples of their work for evaluation. All scheduled activities are required and may include evening and weekend concerts, assemblies, parades, festivals/concert contests, school-sponsored events, and community activities. Band members are expected to be members of the marching band. The principal or band director may make exceptions. Students may enroll in the same arts education course for multiple semesters or until approved for the next level by the instructor.