Tuscarora High – Color Guard 1\*\*

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Offered only at GTJHS as part of the Academy for the Fine Arts for two entire instructional blocks daily. Students from all other Frederick County public high schools are eligible to audition for these courses. Courses for first and second year Academy students. This course integrates material studied in theory and history and improves individual musicianship through solo and ensemble performance, group discussion, study of effective practice and rehearsal techniques, and reflective analysis of performance literature. Assessments for this class involve performances outside of the normal school day. Demonstration of essential performance technique on scales, etudes, and sight reading will be regularly assessed. Professionals will periodically be brought in to conduct masterclasses and clinics.