North Stafford High – Wind Ensemble
Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester
This course functions at the artist level in accordance with the Virginia Standards of Learning. Emphasis in this course is on traditional and contemporary works for concert band and wind ensemble at the Grade V-VI level. Students continue their participation in Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association (VBODA) sponsored events and All-County Band auditions. Small ensemble and solo work, and scales, etudes, music theory, ear training, sight- singing/reading, and music history, are components of this course. The course is based on the size of a traditional Wind Ensemble and is limited to the instrumentation needs of the group. This course is for students who are serious about learning instrumental music. Private lessons, while not required, are strongly encouraged for members of this ensemble. Students are expected to practice 30 minutes per day.
Grades: 9-12
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